PhD Position in Algebraic Topology

We are excited to offer a four-year PhD position at the Utrecht University topology group, one of the largest and most active in Europe. The position is part of the grant ‘Symmetry on the interface of topology and higher algebra’ joint with the VU Amsterdam and the RU Nijmegen. Lennart Meier is the main supervisor and Inbar Klang and Renee Hoekzema from the VU Amsterdam will be additional mentors/contact persons for this PhD position.

Your job

In this PhD position you focus on learning new math, actively engaging with research questions, and working on papers, all with the ultimate goal of completing your PhD thesis. In these endeavors, you are supported by your supervisor, your additional mentors and other members of our large and lively topology group (of currently thirteen members). Besides working on your own research, you will actively contribute to our topology group by giving talks, organising seminars, and engaging with the other members of the group. The position comes with some teaching responsibilities, consisting mostly of work as a Teaching Assistant, with the possibility to lead a student seminar.

The envisioned starting time is September 2025, though there is some flexibility to accommodate individual circumstances.

Your qualities

By the time of starting in Utrecht (preferably September 2025), you will have obtained a Master's degree in mathematics. You have a strong interest in algebraic topology and homotopy theory with a solid background in these areas or related fields. You are proficient in academic English.

Our offer

• A position for four years;
• a gross monthly salary between €2,901 and €3,707 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale P under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU));
• 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus;
• a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.