The project involving functional/harmonic analysis, possibly in relation to mathematical physics, will be supervised by Dr Michael Müger.We will support you through the PhD process to engage in excellent research, participate in international meetings and develop teaching skills that will equip you for a career in either academia or industry. This position has a light teaching load (10%). Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a PhD from Radboud University.

We welcome applications from candidates with an excellent academic track record and demonstrable research experience (e.g. as evidenced by a Master's thesis). Members from groups that are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics are particularly encouraged to apply.

• You hold a Master's degree in Mathematics or rigorous Mathematical Physics, or you are on track to obtain one around the starting date of the project.
• You have experience in one or more areas relevant to this position, as evidenced by the courses taken and your Master's thesis.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• You are a highly motivated, enthusiastic, critical, creative and proactive individual.
• You are able to work independently as well as in a team.

Fixed-term contract: you will be appointed for an initial period of 18 months, after which your performance will be evaluated. If the evaluation is positive, the contract will be extended by 2.5 years (4 year contract) or 3.5 years (5 year contract).

• Employment: 0.8 (5 year contract) -1.0 FTE (4 year contract). 
• The gross starting salary amounts to €2,434 per month based on a 38-hour working week, and will increase to €3,111 from the fourth year onwards (salary scale P). 
• In addition to the salary: an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
• Duration of the contract: you will be appointed for an initial period of 18 months, after which your performance will be evaluated. If the evaluation is positive, the contract will be extended by 2.5 years (4 year contract) or 3.5 years (5 year contract).
• Your teaching load may be up to 10% of your appointment.
• The intended start date is 1 October 2021.
• You will be able to use our Dual Career and Family Care Services. Our Dual Career and Family Care Officer can assist you with family-related support, help your partner or spouse prepare for the local labour market, provide customized support in their search for employment  and help your family settle in Nijmegen.

Additional employment conditions
Work and science require good employment practices. This is reflected in Radboud University's primary and secondary employment conditions. You can make arrangements for the best possible work-life balance with flexible working hours, various leave arrangements and working from home. You are also able to compose part of your employment conditions yourself, for example, exchange income for extra leave days and receive a reimbursement for your sports subscription. And of course, we offer a good pension plan. You are given plenty of room and responsibility to develop your talents and realise your ambitions. Therefore, we provide various training and development schemes.

The Department of Mathematics at Radboud University is part of the Institute for Mathematics, Astrophysics and Particle Physics in the Faculty of Science. Several activities are organised jointly with the other departments at the Institute to foster interdisciplinary interaction. The Department of Mathematics represents a broad range of areas, including pure and applied analysis, numerical analysis, applied stochastics, functional analysis, mathematical physics, algebraic geometry and topology, noncommutative geometry, and special functions. The Department of Mathematics has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with a good balance of senior and junior staff, and of Dutch and international researchers. There are regular research seminars as well as a number of informal events throughout the year. The Mathematics Department currently has 15 PhD candidates.

 PhD candidates at Radboud University are given many opportunities for continuous development, they receive support during the PhD and are assisted in finding suitable employment afterwards, either in academia or industry. Moreover, the PhD Organisation Nijmegen (PON) organises educational and social activities, focusing in particular on PhD candidates’ well-being.