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Postdoc in Mathematical Statistics

Posted 3 Nov 2026
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Work experience
2 to 10 years
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Job function
Salary
€4,599 - €5,760 per month
Degree level
Required language
English (Fluent)
Start date
1 September 2027
Deadline
6 December 2026

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Do you have an inquisitive mind and a passion for Mathematical Statistics? Please apply for a Postdoctoral position at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

  • Nieuwe Universiteitsgebouw (NU)
  • Amsterdam
  • Researcher / Postdoc

Your function

The Department of Mathematics of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam welcomes applications for a Postdoctoral position (2 years with possible extension to 3 years) in mathematical statistics. The position is broad: we are looking for candidates with a strong track record in mathematical statistics who will develop their own research agenda, with considerable freedom and independence, provided it aligns well with the research of the statistics group. Topics that would fit well include nonparametric and high-dimensional inference, quantile regression, Bayesian nonparametrics and sequential inference. Preference will be given to candidates who can connect to existing research strengths in the department.

The preferred starting date is 1 September 2027.

Your duties

  • conducting research in mathematical statistics, in collaboration with members of the statistics group (85%)
  • contributing to the teaching portfolio of the Department of Mathematics (15%)

Your profile

  • a PhD in mathematical statistics, or a PhD in mathematics with a track record in mathematical statistics
  • strong independent research skills
  • good communication skills in English

What do we offer?

A rewarding position in a socially involved organization. On full-time basis the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of €4,599 and a maximum of €5,760. The job profile is based on the university job ranking system and is vacant for 0.8-1.0 FTE.

The appointment will initially be for 2 years. After a satisfactory evaluation, the contract can be extended for another year. Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:

  • 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
  • contribution to commuting expenses
  • optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
  • a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment
  • good paid parental leave scheme

About us

The Department of Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics strives for excellence in research. The department balances pure mathematical research with mathematical research motivated by applications. Researchers in the department are on one hand active at a fundamental and theoretical level, and, on the other hand, work on applications with links to business, the sciences, and societal issues. The department has a strong international research staff with expertise in dynamical systems, topology, geometry and algebra, as well as in stochastics (statistics, data analytics, probability).

Faculty of Science
Researchers and students at VU Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science tackle fundamental and complex scientific problems to help pave the way for a sustainable and healthy future. Our teaching and research have a strong experimentally technical, computational and interdisciplinary nature.

We are proud of our collegial working climate, characterised by committed staff, a pragmatic attitude and engagement in the larger whole.

We are located on one physical campus, in the heart of Amsterdam's Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility. Over 5,500 staff work at the VU and over 30,000 students attend academic education.

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At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, we attach great importance to the societal impact of our education and research. Personal development and social involvement are key parts of our vision on education, in which individual differences are seen as a strength. This allows us to develop innovations and insights that contribute to a better world.

Education
Amsterdam
7,000 employees