Two-year Postdoc position in Mathematics (funded by Amidex)

RESEARCHER PROFILE: Postdoc / R2: PhD holders 

RESEARCH FIELD(S)1: Mathematics

MAIN SUB RESEARCH FIELD OR DISCIPLINES1: Statistics

JOB /OFFER DESCRIPTION 

Applications are invited for a two-year full time post-doc position starting in September-October 2025 in the A*MIDEX Chaire d'Excellence-funded project “Nonstationary Models of Biological Signals” (NOMOS), Principal Investigator Prof. Anna Dudek.  According to the requirements of this funding program, candidates should not be currently employed by the University of Aix-Marseille and should have obtained their last degree outside AMU. Interviews with candidates will be conducted in English.

Project NOMOS Overview

Nonstationary signals are at the forefront of modern statistical analysis, as many observed phenomena cannot be adequately modeled by stationary processes. The NOMOS project aims to develop a new generation of nonstationary models and algorithms for analyzing various biological signals. The project will focus mainly on developing innovative models for biomedical signals with irregular cyclicity and exploring potential machine learning applications.

Position Objective: The primary focus of this position is to develop concentration inequalities in the nonstationary setting, specifically for periodic Markov chains and periodic time series. Responsibilities also include coding the proposed algorithms in R or Python, such as methods for splitting periodic time series into regeneration blocks, and applying them to real biomedical datasets.

The role requires the ability to effectively communicate technical material and build both internal and external collaborations. Additional responsibilities may include assisting in the supervision of student projects, supporting the development of student research skills, providing instruction, or planning and delivering seminars related to the research area.

TYPE OF CONTRACT: TEMPORARY / JOB STATUS: FULL TIME     

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30/05/2025 16:00 GMT+1

ENVISAGED STARTING DATE: 01/09/2025

ENVISAGED DURATION: 24 months

WORK LOCATION(S): Institut de Mathématiques de Marseille (I2M, UMR 7373), 3 place Victor Hugo Case 19 13331 Marseille Cedex 3 France

WHAT WE OFFER: Salary according to the scale

Additional information: The Euraxess Center of Aix-Marseille Université informs foreign visiting professors, researchers, postdoc and PhD candidates about the administrative steps to be undertaken prior to arrival at AMU and the various practical formalities to be completed once in France: visas and entry requirements, insurance, help finding accommodation, support in opening a bank account, etc. More information on AMU EURAXESS Portal 

QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIRED RESEARCH FIELDS, REQUIRED EDUCATION LEVEL, PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, OTHER RESEARCH REQUIREMENTS 

Profile: strong background in statistics (PhD in statistics). Expertise in Markov chains and concentration inequalities is highly desirable.  Knowledge of R and/or Python.

NOMOS is committed to promoting diversity and gender equality. Our selection process is based solely on merit, free from bias or stereotypes. We strongly encourage women to apply, and our recruitment efforts actively promote female participation. We will closely monitor gender balance to ensure equal opportunities for all selected candidates.

Soft skills: Ability to work in a team and independently, high communication skills, excellent ability to organize work, very good knowledge of English.

REQUESTED DOCUMENTS OF APPLICATION, ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA, SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants should include the following materials in their application: 

• their full academic CV, including a list of publications,
• a cover letter (max 1 page), 

• two reference letters to be sent directly by the referees to [email protected]

HOW TO APPLY: [email protected]