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Starting from 01.11.2025, the Institute for Mathematical Stochastics is looking for a
Postdoc (m/f/d) in the field of applied probability
(EG 13 TV-L/full-time 100%)
The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of two years. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity for further scientific qualification. The duties of the position holder include qualified independent scientific work in a modern field of applied stochastics, for example in statistical physics, interacting particle systems, stochastic geometry, or random graphs. Appropriate participation in teaching and examination tasks of the institute is expected.
Your tasks
You will carry out research within our group in the area of applied probability theory.
You will apply for and work on research projects.
You will publish research findings and present your work in national and international conferences also extending your scientific network.
You will be involved in teaching at the University, for example in the preparation and implementation of courses as well as supervision of students’ work.
Your Qualifications
You have a PhD in mathematics.
You have very good knowledge of the German and English language.
You have teaching experience in the field of probability.
You are flexible, can perform under pressure and work well in a team.
We offer
Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community.
A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations.
Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per year.
Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007.
Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.
Further notes
We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.
The personal data will be stored for the purpose of processing the application. By submitting your application, you agree that your data may be stored and processed electronically for application purposes in compliance with the provisions of data protection law. Further information on data protection can be found in our data protection regulations at https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/datenschutzerklaerung-bewerbungen . Application costs cannot be reimbursed.
Questions and Answers
For more information, please email Prof. Benedikt Jahnel via benedikt.jahnel(at)tu-bs.de.
Deadline for applications is September 31st 2025
Are you interested? Please send your application in a single PDF document via email to benedikt.jahnel(at)tu-bs.de.
Please also take a look at all job offers at TU.