Dear colleagues,

we would like to draw your attention to an open postdoctoral position in probability theory at the University of Innsbruck, Austria.  See below for details.

The research group of Professor Ecaterina Sava-Huss at the Department of Mathematics, University of Innsbruck, Austria, is looking for a 2-year postdoctoral researcher in probability, with focus on random walks on graphs and groups, branching random walks, abelian sandpiles, and aggregation models.

Job description:

• The successful candidate will collaborate with the members of the research group of Ecaterina Sava-Huss.
• Specific topics include random walks on infinite graphs and groups, branching random walks, quantum random walks, aggregation models.
• The position does not include teaching responsibilities, and it is fully funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), Grant “Sandpiles and walks”. Details on the grant can be found here: https://www.fwf.ac.at/en/research-radar/10.55776/PAT3123425
• A PhD in mathematics is required.

Profile: We welcome applications from highly motivated candidates with a background in Probability. Research experience in random walks, random growth models, or branching random walks is an advantage. A good publication record, strong motivation for independent research, and willingness to contribute to a collaborative international environment are important. Good communication skills and fluency in English (both written and spoken) are expected.

Application: We look forward to receiving your application by October 31, 2025 with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications)
• Research statement
• Contact details of two researchers who can provide recommendation letters on your behalf

The applications should be submitted per email to Ecaterina Sava-Huss.

Email address: Ecaterina.Sava-Huss@uibk.ac.at

Starting date: soon after the conclusion of the selection procedure.

Further information about the stochastics research group at the University of Innsbruck can be found on https://www.uibk.ac.at/mathematik/stochastik/ 

Details on the research of the PI Ecaterina Sava-Huss can be found here: https://www.uibk.ac.at/mathematik/personal/sava-huss/publications.html

Should applicants have queries on the research topics and/or the application process, they are welcome to contact Prof. Ecaterina Sava-Huss at Ecaterina.Sava-Huss@uibk.ac.at

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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Ecaterina Sava-Huss
Universität Innsbruck, Department of Mathematics
Technikerstraße 13, Room no. 722b, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
phone    +43 512 507-53871
web       uibk.ac.at/mathematik/personal/sava-huss