FPI PhD Student

The CRM (www.crm.cat) is an independent research centre in the CERCA network since 2008, with the purpose of promoting both advanced training and research in all areas of mathematics, in collaboration with universities and other research institutions in Catalonia.

The Harmonic Analysis group at the CRM (www.crm.cat) is looking for a PhD student to join the project PID2025-169712NA-I00 “Regularity of Measures in High-Dimensional Problems” financed by MICIU /AEI /10.13039/501100011033. This contract should start before July 2027 and will last for four years.

The successful candidate will work on his/her PhD thesis in the Centre de Recerca Matemàtica (CRM) in Barcelona under the supervision of Dr. Egor Kosov. The main focus of the project is on problems at the interface of high-dimensional analysis, probability, and convex geometry. Depending on the interests and background of the successful candidate, it will also be possible to work on problems with a stronger emphasis on approximation theory.

Applications will be accepted until 20/11/2026.

TASKS

• Conduct mathematical research on problems at the interface of high-dimensional analysis, probability, and convex geometry
• Present research findings at seminars and conferences
• Prepare research manuscripts for publication in scientific journals
• Participate in research group meetings and discussions

REQUIREMENTS

• A Master’s degree in mathematics or an equivalent qualification
• Fluency in spoken and written English

ASSESSABLE CONDITIONS

• Good background in analysis and/or probability
• Ability to clearly present mathematical ideas and results
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team

CONTRACT DETAILS

• Full-time (37,5h/week).
• Qualification: the candidate must have Master’s degree in mathematics or an equivalent qualification.
• Estimated start date: Before July 2027
• Duration of contract: 4 years
• Location: CRM facilities.
• Flexible working hours and teleworking option.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Salary set by FPI fellowship status (25.456,10€ annual gross for 2026, updated according Law).

EVALUATION PROCESS AND CRITERIA

The criteria for evaluation will follow the FPI fellowship guidelines:

• Criterion 1. Academic and/or scientific-technical trajectory of the candidate (up to 50 points)

• Sub criterion 1.a) Scientific-technical contributions (up to 45 points). The academic record and other curricular merits of the candidate will be assessed, as well as their suitability for the tasks to be carried out, based on their training and professional experience.

• Sub criterion 1.b): Mobility and internationalization (up to 5 points). The relevance and impact on the candidate's research career of stays in national and international centers and/or in the industrial sector will be assessed (taking into account the prestige of the host entity and the activity carried out).

• Criterion 2. Suitability of the candidate for the research activities to be carried out (up to 50 points). The suitability of the candidate for the program, project or research activities to be developed will be assessed based on their previous training and experience. To this end, the added value that carrying out the project will represent for their research career will be taken into account, as well as the value added to the receiving centre and team.

The selection process will be evaluated by Dr. Sergey Tikhonov, as principal investigator of the Harmonic Analysis group, Dr. Egor Kosov as a member of the Harmonic Analysis group and another member from the CRM. This process consists in:

1. Admission of candidates: applicants must submit

• A curriculum vitae

• A cover letter

• Copy of the qualifications.

To apply you must send the required documentation by e-mail to [email protected] indicating the reference code of the offer. Requests referred from another portal, other than the CRM job offers section and the instructions contained therein, will not be accepted. For more information, please contact [email protected]

2. Shortlist: assessment of the fulfilment of the minimum requirements of the offer.

3. Selection: evaluation of the shortlisted candidates by a total score according to objective criteria.

4. Final decision: If we find the right person, the resolution will be formally communicated and will be published in the CRM careers section.

The CRM has subscribed to the requirements and principles of the European Research Charter and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. Recruitment will be carried out in accordance with the regulations of the “Llei de l'Estatut dels Treballadors”. The CRM considers the principles of equality on grounds of sex, marital status, nationality, political or religious convictions, sexual orientation, or others, as well as the universal accessibility of people with disabilities provided that they pass the selection processes and can prove their compatibility with the development of the tasks of the job. If any candidate has suggestions or complaints about the selection process, please contact us at [email protected].