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Faculty of Mathematics :
Lehrstuhl für Algebra und Zahlentheorie
In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) beginning on 01.10.2026, we are looking for a
research associate (m,f,x) for 3 years, 39,83 hours per week, TVL E13
We offer a vibrant research and teaching environment in a broad research group in Algebra. Specifically, research within the group is among the fields of algebraic groups, finite groups of Lie type, complex reflection groups and hyperplane arrangements.
Scope: full-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 Jahre
Start: beginning on 01.10.2026
Apply by: 2026-04-21
Your tasks:
■ The teaching duties consist of tutorials
■ Meeting with undergraduate students
■ Conducting seminars and supervision of undergraduate students
■ Conduct own research
■ Preparation of publications
■ Coorganization of meetings and workshops
Your profile:
- Applicants must have an academic degree (completed PhD) in a relevant mathematical field in algebra. Research experience in the theory of Kac-Moody groups, ind-varieties and the theory of twin buildings are mandatory.
- The appointee will be required to contribute to the teaching portfolio of the department (4 hours per week).
We offer:
Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence
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).
A qualified application is expected.
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/sbgk/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. Gerhard Röhrle Tel.: +49 234 32 28304
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 2026-04-21. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5631.
RUHR-UNIVERSITÄT BOCHUM
44801 Bochum
Universitätsstraße 150
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