Joint Postdoctoral Positions in Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science
The Institute for Advanced Study offers joint postdoctoral positions for research in mathematics and theoretical computer science, combining IAS research with roles at partner institutions like DIMACS and Princeton.
Funder: Institute for Advanced Study
Due Dates: December 1, 2026: Application close date | December 1, 2026: Deadline for letters of recommendation
Funding Amounts: Appointments typically 2–4 years (varies by track); includes salary, benefits, and housing resources; ~10 positions awarded annually.
Summary: Joint postdoctoral positions for early-career researchers in mathematics and theoretical computer science, combining research at IAS with teaching/research at partner institutions.
Key Information: Separate applications required for IAS and partner institutions; all materials due by December 1, 2026.
Description
The Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) School of Mathematics offers joint postdoctoral positions for early-career researchers in mathematics and theoretical computer science. These prestigious positions allow scholars to engage in intensive research at IAS while also participating in teaching and/or research at partner institutions such as DIMACS at Rutgers or the Princeton University Department of Mathematics. The program aims to foster collaboration and professional development across mathematics, computer science, and discrete mathematics, with flexible appointment structures tailored to the candidate’s interests and field.
Tracks include:
- DIMACS Joint Positions: Two-year postdoctoral roles in computer science and discrete mathematics, split between IAS and DIMACS at Rutgers.
- Veblen Research Instructorship: Three-year positions in all areas of mathematics, combining teaching/research at Princeton University and research at IAS.
- Bourgain Fellowship (by consideration): A possible four-year appointment (two years at Princeton without teaching, two years at IAS).
These appointments provide access to world-class resources, on-campus housing during the IAS year(s), and the opportunity to become part of a vibrant international research community.
