137-E/2026

Scientific Staff

Position number 137-E/2026

Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science

Institute of Numerical Analysis and Optimization

Working hours: 0.75 FTE Salary: E13 TV-L

Time limit: October 31st , 2028, extension possible Start: November 1st 2026

Your application:

The group of numerical mathematics (Prof. Dr. Sebastian Aland) is looking for talented PhD students or PostDocs. In our research, we develop mathematical models Please send your application with the

usual documents (CV, certificates, track

for the complex interplay of fluid and elastic materials. We combine methods from

record including grades), quoting the refmathematics, physics and high-performance computing to numerically simulate

erence number (137-E/2026)

the behavior of such systems with a focus on understanding fundamental principles

of life. by August 4, 2026,

There are multiple positions available in three newly build young researcher groups. preferably by email to:

All positions are concerned with the development of mathematical models and nu-

merical simulations of fluid flows interacting with some kind of solid objects. De- bewerbungen@tu-freiberg.de

pending on the research group these objects can be either growing cancer tumors,

biofilms, or swimming robots. or by post:

Main Tasks: TU Bergakademie Freiberg

Dezernat

• development of new mathematical models to couple fluid flows, solid objects,

Personalangelegenheiten

and possibly growth (in case of cancer tumors or biofilms).

09596 Freiberg

• discretization and implementation in finite element code
• numerical simulation studies performed in collaboration with experimental

partners to systematically explore fundamental biological questions

What we expect from you:

• diploma or master’s degree in Mathematics, Computational Engineering

Science, Physics, or a related field with a highly competitive grade

For further information, please

• sound knowledge of numerical discretization methods for differential equacontact:

tions, advanced programming skills

Prof. Dr. Sebastian Aland

• ability to work in a team, communication skills, personal commitment

(supervisor)

• high motivation and interest in using numerical simulations for real-world ap- phone: +49 3731 392322,

plications sebastian.aland@math.tu-freiberg.de

What you can expect from us:

• an international and dynamic research group with excellent regional and inter- Severely disabled persons or persons of

equal status (m/f/d) will be given preferennational collaboration partners and openness to new approaches and ideas

tial consideration if they have the same

• training and assistance by experienced colleagues (see www.alandlab.de) qualifications, performance, and abilities.
• competitive salary including social and health care benefits, flexible working Please include proof of this. The TU

Bergakademie Freiberg specifically prohours

motes the proportion of women and ex-

• participation and support for travels to conferences and workshops pressly invites qualified.

Applicants (m/f/d) must meet the employment requirements for fixed-term employment contracts in accordance with the WissZeitVG (German Academic Fixed-Term

Contract Act).