5-year Institute Research Scholar Positions

Academia Sinica, Taiwan

Updated: 21 days ago
Deadline: 5-year Institute Research Scholar Positions

Academia Sinica, Institute of Mathematics
Position ID:
IoMAS-IRS [#26949]
Position Title:
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Taipei, Taipei 10617, Taiwan [map ]
Appl Deadline:
2026/09/02 04:59 AM UnitedKingdomTime* (posted 2025/09/03 05:00 AM UnitedKingdomTime, listed until 2026/09/02 04:59 AM UnitedKingdomTime)
Position Description:
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Position Description
Academia Sinica located in Taipei is the national academy of Taiwan and is its leading research institution. The Institute of Mathematics of Academia Sinica seeks outstanding mathematicians in all fields of mathematics for appointments at all levels, beginning August or sooner. The Institute offers a flexible working environment and supports active engagement in international research. All positions are research oriented with no teaching duties. The institute especially encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Several institute research scholar positions for young mathematicians with extraordinary potential are available. Candidates must have received their PhD degrees before officially taking up the position. The appointment is for 3+2 years and is not renewable.

Taipei has direct flights to many international destinations, including most major cities in East Asia. As a metropolis it enjoys vibrant city life, low cost of living, and nearly free-of-charge public education. Taiwan is also known for its world-famous culinary culture and for its excellent and very affordable public health care system. Skills in local languages such as Chinese are not required and not necessary for daily life in Taipei.

The Institute will start reviewing applications on 1 November 2025. To ensure full consideration, candidates should submit all required materials by 1 December 2025. However, the Institute may consider applications completed on a later date.
Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Publication list
  • Other materials (optional)
  • Two or more reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.

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