Research project assistant in mathematics

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Description

The Faculty of Health, Science and Technology is recruiting a project assistant in Mathematics at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science consists of two research subjects: Mathematics and Computer Science. It has a research and teaching staff of more than 70 people. The subject of Mathematics is responsible for mathematics education in many of the university's programs, primarily in engineering and teacher education. The mathematics department also provides professional development for teachers in primary and secondary education. Mathematics is one of the University's research areas and our research is conducted both in pure and applied mathematics as well as in mathematics education.

We offer a vibrant workplace with students, staff and visitors from all over the world.

Duties

The main duties for the project assistant for this position is to work in a research project focusing on the intersection between mathematics and biology. The project is about identifying cancer dynamics and the work will focus on analysing and interpreting data, participate in writing scientific articles to present results of the study. In addition, the work will also be to contribute with knowledge to deepen the outcomes from the studies.

To contribute to a positive work environment, we expect you to be a present and active part of the project.

Qualifications

To be eligible for the position, applicants must hold a doctoral degree in mathematics and demonstrate extensive knowledge of topological data analysis (TDA).

To be eligible for employment you need to be covered by a labour market policy program.

Applicants must also have well-documented experience of scientific programming in MATLAB and/or Python.

Particular weight will be given to;

• personal suitability. We are looking for a candidate who is organised, self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to contribute constructively to the research environment are also important.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills are also required.

Terms

The position are fixed-term for two months and full-time employment with the possibility of extension. Starting as soon as possible, according to agreement. A prerequisite for employment to take place is that you are covered by a labour market policy program.

Application

Submit the application via the University’s web-based recruitment tool, Varbi.

Applicants are responsible for submitting a complete application in accordance with the advertisement, for providing translations of any documents written in a language other than Swedish, Norwegian, Danish or English, and for ensuring that the documentation allows for objective and qualitative assessments. A complete application should be submitted by the application deadline. An incomplete application may jeopardise a fair assessment of qualifications.

The application should include:

• CV
• Cover letter describing your qualifications and research interests in relation to the duties of the position
• Copies of course transcripts, degree certificates, and other certificates
• Two references, at least one of which is a current or former supervisor.
• Information about which labour market policy program you belong to and the conditions for it.

Attach all the documents and publications you wish to be considered to the electronic application (not links). Name each uploaded document to clearly indicate its content.

Application deadline: 2026-10-01

State the reference no: REK2026/188

We look forward to your application!

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HR Excellence in ResearchKarlstad University received the European Commission’s HR Excellence in Research award September 2020. The award is issued to employers with a stimulating work environment and good conditions for researchers and its continuous improvement. The award also conveys the university’s commitment to fair and transparent recruitment as well as favorable professional development for researchers. Read more: kau.se/hrs4r

Anställningsform: visstidsanställning (kortare än 3 månader) | Anställningens omfattning: heltid | Antal lediga befattningar: 1 | Sysselsättningsgrad: 100% | Ort: Karlstad | Län: Värmlands län | Land: Sweden | Referensnummer: REK2026/188 | Kontakt: Elisabet Mellroth 054-7001034, Elisabet Mellroth 054-7001034, | Facklig företrädare: OFR/S Fackförbundet ST Denita Gustavsson 054-7001434, Denita Gustavsson, OFR/ ST 054-7001434, SACO SACO 054-7002335, Per Hurting, SACO 054-7002335, Madeleine Wiker, OFR/S, Sveriges lärare 054-7002113, | Publicerat: 2026-09-11 | Sista ansökningsdag: 2026-10-01