MPI MiS Postdoctoral Research Positions 2027

The Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences (MPI MiS) invites applications for several Postdoctoral Research Positions to join our community exploring mathematical frontiers in interdisciplinary fields.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineDecember 1, 2026
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorThe Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Postdoc position for 1-3 years
• No teaching duties, but the possibility to teach an advanced course in our international graduate school.
• We provide a scientific environment that encourages the exploration of new scientific directions and provides many partners with whom to discuss a wide range of scientific ideas.

Requirements

Applicants should:

• Hold a PhD in Mathematics or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrate strong research potential and an excellent academic record.

• Have research interests that align with the institute's departments or research groups.

• Identify at least one potential scientific collaborator or postdoctoral mentor at MPI MiS.

Candidates who have not yet received their PhD certificate may apply by providing a statement on the status of their doctorate and a brief thesis summary.

Selection Process

• We’ll review all applications carefully and aim to let successful candidates know the outcome within six to eight?weeks after the deadline. Please note that we only send out notifications to those who are moving forward in the process; if you don’t hear from us, it simply means that we weren’t able to offer a place this time, yet.

Application Documents

Please submit the following information:

• CV
• List of publications
• Transcript of PhD certificate
  If you have not yet received your PhD certificate: Please upload a short statement about the current status of your doctorate and a brief summary of your thesis.
• Research statement also addressing research projects with names of possible collaborators at MPI MiS
• Names and contact data of two or more referees willing to write a letter of recommendation

During the application process you will be asked to identify at least one scientific partner in Leipzig. The list of possible scientific partners coincides with the list of possible postdoctoral mentors. Please have a look at the overview of postdoctoral mentors to learn more about the research of possible partners.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are submitted through an electronic form hosted by Opencampus.net.

  During the application process, you will be asked for which kind of position you apply.
  Please choose "Postdoc Call 2027".

For more information, kindly visit the MPI webpage.