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Faculty of Mathematics :
Mathematische Statistik
In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%;) 01. Januar 2027, we are looking for 1
Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d), (39,83 hours/week) for a fixed-term position of three years (TVL-L E13), starting January 1, 2027
The research group of Prof. Dr. Sophie Langer at the Faculty of Mathematics is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to strengthen the team in the area of the theory of deep learning, with a particular focus on the statistical theory of Transformer architectures. Our research develops the mathematical foundations of modern machine learning by combining tools from mathematical statistics, probability theory, optimization, and approximation theory. We study the theoretical properties of neural networks, reinforcement learning, and modern prediction problems arising in deep learning, with the goal of developing a rigorous mathematical understanding of contemporary machine learning methods.
Scope: full-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 Jahre
Start: 01. Januar 2027
Apply by: 2026-08-31
Your tasks:
- Active participation in research on the statistical theory of deep learning, in particular on the statistical theory of Transformer architectures.
- Teaching duties in exercise classes accompanying courses offered by the Faculty of Mathematics
Your profile:
- A PhD in Mathematics or Statistics with an excellent background in mathematical statistics.
- Experience in teaching mathematics exercise classes, particularly for students in the natural sciences, engineering, or economics, is desirable.
- The opportunity for further academic qualification will be provided and is encouraged.
We offer:
- Challenging and varied tasks with a high degree of personal responsibility.
- A collaborative, international, and supportive research team.
- A friendly and collegial working environment.
- An open working atmosphere.
Further information:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E 13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
The load of teaching will be calculated according to § 3 of Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung (state of North Rhine-Westphalia).
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/daf/mitarbeitende/index.html.en
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Prof. Dr. Sophie Langer , Tel.: +49 234 32 22337
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-08-31. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 6003.
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