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Department of Mathematical Sciences

Call for Expressions of Interest for Assistant Professor Positions

The Department of Mathematical Sciences (DCM) develops teaching, research, and innovation activities that integrate theory and practice, with a strong focus on the rigorous solution of real-world problems. The disciplinary areas and specific research domains can be consulted here.

The DCM is undergoing a period of renewal and seeks highly qualified and motivated academics and researchers who are enthusiastic about teaching and eager to contribute to the mission of the Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa.

We offer excellent working conditions, including:

  • Modern and spacious facilities;

  • A comprehensive library and electronic access to scientific journals;

  • An individual or shared office (two faculty members per office);

  • Integration into one of the research centers associated with the department;

  • Participation in interdisciplinary and innovation projects in collaboration with industry partners.

  • Teaching duties will include both core undergraduate courses and specialized courses at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.

Academic activities include core modules from the Faculty’s degree programmes and specialised modules for Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

Candidate Profile

Over the coming months, the Faculty plans to launch recruitment competitions for Assistant Professors at the DCM in subject areas yet to be defined. PhD holders in Mathematics in one or more of the scientific areas listed are invited to express their interest.

Preferred criteria:

  • Quality and relevance of academic output;

  • Postdoctoral and/or international experience;

  • Teaching experience;

  • Ability to teach in Portuguese within one year (for international candidates).

Expressions of Interest Procedure

Candidates should send their expression of interest to nucleoc6@ciencias.ulisboa.pt, including:

  • A Curriculum Vitae in English, including contact details for at least two referees;

  • Teaching Statement - up to one page;

  • Research Statement - up to one page (excluding references), stating the academic disciplines and specific areas of research.

The call for expressions of interest is open on an ongoing basis, with several posts expected to become available in the coming months. Candidates who submitted an expression of interest more than 12 months ago must renew their application by resubmitting updated documentation.

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