Postdoc Position in Algebraic Geometry

Join a dynamic research group focused on (noncommutative) algebraic geometry, with connections to representation theory. This position offers opportunities for collaboration, participation in seminars and workshops, and engagement with a vibrant mathematical community. This position is ideal for you if you are interested in derived categories, Hilbert schemes of points, and algebraic stacks.

Your job
You will join a research group in algebraic geometry, working on a project focusing on Hilbert schemes of points, from a derived categorical perspective. This project aims to understand (derived categories of) Hilbert schemes of points on (noncommutative) surfaces, and compute their categorical invariants like Hochschild cohomology, and generalize these results to abstract symmetric powers of dg categories. You will be embedded in the research group of Pieter Belmans and ,more broadly, in the Utrecht Geometry Centre, a vibrant place with many activities like seminars, working groups, and conferences. The broader algebraic geometry landscape in the Netherlands is also highly active.

You will also have the opportunity to develop your own research agenda in the context of the research in algebraic geometry (and beyond) taking place at the Utrecht Geometry Centre.

We are looking for a curious and collaborative colleague, with the following qualifications:

• a PhD degree in mathematics, with a focus on algebraic geometry;
• experience with at least some of the following: Fourier—Mukai transforms, Hochschild cohomology, algebraic stacks, semiorthogonal decompositions, Hilbert schemes of points on surfaces;
• a strong interest in discovering new structures in (noncommutative) algebraic geometry;
• proficiency in English, both oral and written.

• a position for one year (1.0 FTE), with an extension of two additional years upon a positive evaluation;
• a gross monthly salary, depending on qualifications and experience, between € 3.546 and €5.538 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale 10 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.

In addition to the terms of employment laid down in the CAO NU, Utrecht University also offers a range of its own schemes for employees. This includes arrangements for professional development, various types of leave, and options for sports and cultural activities. You can also tailor your employment conditions through our Terms of Employment Options Model. In this way, we encourage you to keep investing in your personal and professional development. For more information, please visit Working at Utrecht University.

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You will join the Mathematical Institute which is part of the Department of Mathematics. We organise and teach the Bachelor's curricula in Mathematics as well as the (English-taught) Master's programme in Mathematics and some service teaching in mathematics. The Institute is internationally recognised for its research in both pure and applied mathematics. It houses the Utrecht Geometry Centre and maintains a long-standing tradition of transdisciplinary collaboration with other scientific fields including, among others, atmosphere/ocean sciences, computational life sciences, mathematical biology, mathematical economics, medical and seismic imaging, theoretical computer science, and theoretical physics. We participate in university focus areas in Complex Systems and Applied Data Science.

For more information, please contact Pieter Belmans at p.belmans@uu.nl.

Do you have a question about the application procedure? Please send an email to science.recruitment@uu.nl.

The start date for the position is 1 October 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.