Postdoctoral positions in the project Models and filtrations in tensor triangular geometry

Appointment period: 24 months
Appointment type: Full time
Position starting date: January 1, 2026, or upon an agreement
Deadline for applications: October 22, 2025
Gross salary: CZK 50 000 per month

Two postdoc positions are available as part of the Lumina quaeruntur project at the Department of Algebra, Geometry and Mathematical Physics of the Institute of Mathematics of the Czech Academy of Sciences (IMCAS), coordinated by Dr. Michal Hrbek.

The focus of the project is significantly advance the understanding of tensor triangular geometry by exploring models and decompositions associated with filtrations of the Balmer spectrum. This research bridges disciplines by extending the rich theory of tilting derived equivalences — well-established in representation theory and recently expanded into commutative algebra — to the broader setting of tensor triangular geometry, including various flavours of stable homotopy theory. We invite applications from those with experience in one or more of these areas.

Applications are invited from candidates who have completed their PhD within the last 4 years (or will have completed it before the time of hiring). The position does not include any teaching duties.

The successful candidate will work under a supervision of Dr. Hrbek, will have funds for travelling to conferences and research visits, as well as for inviting external research collaborators.

The selection committee will evaluate the publication record, as well as other activities and professional achievements of the applicants, with respect to the stage of their career.

We offer affordable accommodation in the building of the Institute for the first 3-6 months. Questions and informal inquiries should be directed to Dr. Michal Hrbek to his email address [email protected]

The following documents are required:
• CV
• List of publications
• Motivation letter (may include research statement)
• Two letters of reference

Applications for the position must be submitted exclusively using the electronic submission system at
https://application.math.cas.cz/Positions.html.

Equal opportunities are an integral part of the Institute’s personnel policy. The Institute fosters the compatibility of work and family and encourages applications from qualified female researchers. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of equal qualifications.

Only complete applications (including two letters of references) received by October 22, 2025, will be considered. Online interviews with shortlisted applicants will be scheduled for the week November 10 – 14, 2025. All applicants will be notified by November 28, 2025.