Postdoc in Probability Theory

The Postdoc position is in the area of probability theory and statistical mechanics. The project is a NWO funded "open competition project" which deals with the study of metastability for dilute spin systems. These are classical models of statistical mechanics with bond disorder, i.e. Where deterministic pair interactions are replaced by random variables. The main objective is to develop a robust mathematical approach to study the metastable behaviour of these models. Metastability is a universal phenomenon, where a system spends a long time in a state of "pseudo equilibrium" until it crosses over to a stable state. This project aims at identifying the quantities characterising the stochastic nature of this phenomenon, such as the average and the distribution of the random transition time.

The successful applicant will have:

• Completed a PhD in the area of stochastic processes prior or very close to the start date,
• A profound knowledge of probability and mathematical physics\statistical mechanics,
• Eagerness to explore complex mathematical challenges,
• English proficiency both written and spoken,
• Demonstrated the ability to conduct world-class research both independently and collaboratively.

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

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The Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) brings together three scientific disciplines. Combined, they reinforce each other and are the driving force behind the technology we all use in our daily lives. Technology such as the electricity grid, which our faculty is helping to make completely sustainable and future?'proof. At the same time, we are developing the chips and sensors of the future, whilst also setting the foundations for the software technologies to run on this new generation of equipment - which of course includes AI. Meanwhile we are pushing the limits of applied mathematics, for example mapping out disease processes using single cell data, and using mathematics to simulate gigantic ash plumes after a volcanic eruption. In other words: there is plenty of room at the faculty for ground?'breaking research. We educate innovative engineers and have excellent labs and facilities that underline our strong international position. In total, more than 1000 employees and 4,000 students work and study in this innovative environment.

Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 17 October 2025 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter (max. 2 pages)
• The candidate's PhD thesis or a draft of it. If available online, a link is sufficient.
• Papers that you have submitted/published. If available online, a link is sufficient.

You will be contacted by Elena Pulvirenti for an interview if you are among the leading candidates, in which case more specific information will be provided.

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