Postdoc position in Algebraic Complexity Theory at the IT University of Copenhagen

2 days ago

København S, Copenhagen, Denmark IT-Universitetet i København Full time
The Algorithms group at IT University of Copenhagen invites highly motivated persons for one funded postdoc position in Algebraic Complexity Theory starting 1 July 2025 or soon thereafter.

The position is funded by Independent Research Fund Denmark (Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond DFF) grant led by Nutan Limaye.

Job description
The postdoc position is a full-time research position for a duration of 18 months.

The main goal of this project is to make advances in understanding the power of algebraic formulas. This broad theme can be explored from several different perspectives. Our goal is to develop new combinations of known techniques and to innovate new methods to prove results aligned with this research theme. The postdoc candidate is expected to closely collaborate with the members of the project and present the work resulting from this project at workshops and conferences.

Teaching of advanced courses is encouraged but not required. Travel funding is included with the position.

The scientific environment
The Algorithms group at ITU has a world-leading research environment, with a notable presence at top-tier conferences like STOC, FOCS, and SODA. This project will additionally benefit from our close ties with the Basic Algorithms Research Copenhagen (BARC) centre (barc.ku.dk) set up at Copenhagen University. We are also well-connected with researchers at the University of Southern Denmark, Aarhus University, and Lund University. Between the Copenhagen University and IT University of Copenhagen, we host many visitors every month, run a lot of seminars and talks. As a common goal, we aim create fundamental breakthroughs in algorithms and complexity theory, using the power of mathematics.

General information
The IT University of Copenhagen (ITU) is a teaching and research-based tertiary institution focused on information technology (IT) and the opportunities it offers. The IT University has more than 160 full-time Faculty members. Research and teaching in information technology span all academic activities which involve computers including computer science, information and media sciences, humanities and social sciences, business impact and the commercialization of IT.

Working at the IT University
Located in modern architecture, a 6-minute metro ride from the center of Copenhagen, the IT University offers an informal working environment, a varied everyday life, and a highly motivated, ambitious, qualified, and diverse international faculty, with PhD degrees from 17 different countries. The IT University is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself in consistently working towards an improved gender balance among students and among faculty.

Working in Copenhagen
Copenhagen has a solid educational system, a rich cultural life, universal healthcare, good childcare, and well-functioning infrastructure. Copenhagen is among the world's most livable cities according to the Economist Global Liveability Index. Living and working in Copenhagen will be a good experience for you and your family.

Salary and terms of employment
Appointment and salary will be in accordance with the Ministry of Taxation's agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC) and job structure for academic staff at Universities.

Qualification Requirements
The following qualifications are required:

- Candidates are required to have academic qualifications at PhD level
- Candidates must hold or be close to completion of, a PhD-degree with proven research experience in Computer Science or Mathematics and with a strong publication record, for example, publications in top conferences such as STOC, FOCS, CCC, or similar, or in journals of a comparable quality

Employment as postdoc is a temporary position for up to 4 years at the same University.

Application
The application and all other documents ought to be in English and must include:

- A motivated application (sover letter), including a detailed description of your qualifications and brief statements of research and teaching plans
- A full CV, including name, address, phone number, e-mail, previous and present employment and academic background
- Documentation of academic degrees (copy of degree certificates etc.)
- Relevant scientific publication or/and PhD thesis written by the applicant
- Documentation of pedagogical experience and teaching record within one or more of the teaching areas listed for the position

Applications without the above-mentioned required documents will not be assessed.

The applicant will be accessed according to the Appointment Order from the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation of 13 March 2012.

The IT University may use shortlisting in connection to the recruitment process. In case of shortlisting, the Chair of the hiring committee selects applicants for assessment in consultation with the hiring committee after the application deadline. All applicants are notified whether their application has been passed for assessment. The shortlisting of candidates for assessment is based on the criteria in the job posting.

Further information
Questions about the positions can be directed to Full Professor, Nutan Limaye, IT University of Copenhagen, nuli@itu.dk. Please add "POSTDOC APPLICATION 2025" to your subject line when you send your inquires.
Questions related to the application procedure may be directed to HR, hr@itu.dk.

Application procedure
You can only apply for this position through our e-recruitment system. Apply by pressing the button "Apply for position" in the job announcement on our website

Please not that all applicaiton material will be destroyed after the assessment.

Application deadline: 22 April 2025, at 23:59 CEST.

Applications/enclosures received at ITU after the application deadline will not be taken into consideration. If you submit an application, it is your responsibility to ensure that it arrives before the deadline so please allow sufficient time for upload of publications and other documents.

At The IT University of Copenhagen we have an international environment and view diversity as a valuable resource. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive working environment for all our employees and encourage all qualified applicants, regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation, or ethnic background to apply for the position.

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