PhD Research Fellow in Mathematics and Fluid Mechanics

PhD Research Fellow in Mathematics and Fluid Mechanics

Position as PhD Research Fellow in Mathematics and Fluid mechanics available at the Department of Mathematics.

Starting date no later than October 1st, 2026.

The fellowship period is three years.

A fourth year maybe considered and it will involve 25% of other career-promoting work. Other career-promoting work may consist of teaching, supervision, and/or research assistance. This is dependent upon the qualification of the applicant and the current needs of the department.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo.

Place of work is the Department of Mathematics at Blindern, Oslo.

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