Calculus of Variations and Geometric Measure Theory

Postdoctoral position in Calculus of Variations at the University of Ottawa

created by gerolin on 27 Oct 2024

Deadline: 1 dec 2024

Candidates should have experience or demonstrated interest in developing a research program in the field of Calculus of Variations. Experience or interest in optimal transport and the mathematical aspects of quantum mechanics is also highly desirable but not mandatory.

Applications are invited via MathJobs by December 1, 2024. The application package should be submitted and include:

- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Publication list
- Three or more reference letters

The selected candidates will join the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Ottawa and will be supervised by Augusto Gerolin. They will have the opportunity to teach an undergraduate course (if desired). This position includes generous funding to support research activities and visits to collaborators (e.g., in Italy, France, Canada, and Brazil).

Interested candidates are welcome to send questions or discuss potential projects by emailing agerolin@uottawa.ca.