Scientific Research Associate in Mathematics (6-Month Fixed Term)
Marburg, Hessen, Germany · Full Time
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- Education
- Master's degree in Mathematics or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Open to candidates holding a completed university degree in Mathematics with a strong research background and teaching experience. Women are especially encouraged to apply due to underrepresentation, and applicants with disabilities will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified.
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Position Overview
The Philipps University of Marburg, founded in 1527, offers outstanding teaching to approximately 22,000 students and conducts top-tier research across various scientific disciplines. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, within the Analysis and Differential Geometry research group, invites applications for a full-time Scientific Research Associate position starting October 1, 2026. This is a 6-month fixed-term appointment to cover a qualification position, remunerated at salary group E 13 according to the Hessen state collective agreement.
Responsibilities
- Contribute actively to teaching duties across Bachelor's, Master's, and teacher education curricula in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Data Science study programs.
- Engage in scientific research services within the fields of Differential Geometry and Algebraic Topology.
Important Notes
This role is a replacement for a qualification position; the contract duration depends on the absence period of the incumbent and does not guarantee a period aligned with a qualification objective.
Candidate Profile
- Completed academic degree (Diploma, Master's, or equivalent) in Mathematics.
- Highly successful doctoral degree (PhD) in Mathematics.
- Proven experience in independent teaching.
- Academic publications in Differential Geometry and Algebraic Topology, with particular emphasis on the geometry and topology of Lie group actions on manifolds.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours and options for mobile working.
- Free use of public transportation in Hesse through the Landesticket.
- Interdisciplinary training opportunities via the Marburg University Research Academy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The university promotes gender equality and explicitly encourages women to apply; in fields where women are underrepresented, they will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified. As a family-friendly institution, support for balancing family and career is offered, including the possibility of reducing working hours. People with disabilities (according to SGB IX § 2 Abs. 2 and 3) will be given preferential treatment when qualifications are equal.
Application Details
- Application deadline: July 26, 2026.
- Contact: Prof. Dr. Oliver Goertsches, phone +49 6421-28 25438, email goertsch@mathematik.uni-marburg.de.
- Application costs and interview expenses are not reimbursed.