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Postdoc Positions in Stochastic Analysis

Mission

As part of SNSF Project Fluctuations and Perturbations in Stochastic Equations, on-site Postdoc positions are available at EPFL (on-site in Lausanne, Switzerland) in the group of Stochastic Analysis.

We seek outstanding candidates working in Stochastic Analysis with emphasis on stochastic differential equations / Stochastic Partial Differential Equations. Special topics include fluctuation theory, solution theory, asymptotics theory, irregular coefficients problems, long range dependent noise, and Stochastics processes on manifolds.

The precise research topic(s) will be discussed with the successful candidate depending on their background and affinities.

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Working and collaborating on research projects. The precise research topic(s), within the remit of the SNSF grant, will be discussed with the successful candidate depending on their background, expertise and affinities.
  • All duties assigned by the institute
  • Actively contribute to all departmental and group activities.

Profile

  • A Ph.D. in Mathematics.
  • A strong background and research record in stochastic analysis and related
  • Proficiency in English. EPFL’s global setting makes English the primary language of instruction and interaction, with no requirement for French.

We offer

  • An excelling research environment in an internationally leading center in Stochastic Analysis and Probability.
  • Opportunity to interact with internationally renowned experts, and with a strong team of postdoctoral researchers and PhD students.
  • A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • An opportunity to supervise and mentor undergraduate and Master project.

Informations

Applicants should submit:

  • A brief cover / motivation letter (pdf, up to 2 pages),
  • A curriculum vitae including a full list of publications,
  • A research statement (pdf, up to 3 pages),
  • Three reference letters

For full consideration, please arrange for the references (with subject: Reference letter STOAN Postdoc + YOUR NAME) sent to Jurarat at , jurarat.thiangnoi@epfl.ch,

copied to xue-mei.li@epfl.ch by December 18th.

 

Contract Start Date : 2025 - flexible

Activity Rate : 100%

Contract Type: Fixed-term (CDD)

Duration: 1 year, renewable. The project duration is 2 years, with possibility to extend by another 2 years.

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