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Bernoulli instructorship in Algebra

Mission

The Institute of Mathematics at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) invites applications for a full-time Bernoulli instructorship in algebra.

Profile

Bernoulli Instructors are expected to teach algebra courses at all levels, notably algebraic geometry. The initial teaching load is light, corresponding to half the teaching load of regular faculty, and gradually progresses to the latter.

Bernoulli Instructors are expected to develop and sustain an excellent independent research program. They are welcome to collaborate and encouraged to interact with members of the Institute, but they maintain full research independence.

Bernoulli Instructors must have a PhD in Mathematics by the starting date, and must teach in French, English or both.

The EPFL actively aims to increase the presence of women amongst its employees, and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We offer

• The term of the position is two years, with the possibility of extension for another two years.
  
  EPFL salaries for Bernoulli instructors are highly competitive. In addition, instructors receive a substantial yearly budget for travel expenses and other expenditures.

Informations

Contact:

For further information, please contact Ms Carole Weissenberger, Secretary of the Institute of Mathematics (carole.weissenberger@epfl.ch) 

Applicants should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, research plan, teaching record including evaluations, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to carole.weissenberger@epfl.ch with the subject “Bernoulli instructorship in algebra” (please also include the names and email addresses of the letter writers in the cover letter).

Application files should be submitted in PDF format and uploaded via the link below by November 15, 2026, end of day.

Starting date: August 15, 2027.

Contract Start Date : 08/15/2027 

Activity Rate Min : 100.00 

Activity Rate Max : 100.00 

Contract Type: CDD

Duration: 2 years 

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