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Mathematics & statistics positions in Sweden

4 open positions, aggregated daily from university career portals across Europe.

Positions in mathematics and statistics range from pure and applied mathematics to probability, optimisation and data science. European mathematics has a strong tradition of excellence, with research clusters at institutions like IHES, Max Planck Institutes, ETH Zurich, and Cambridge. ERC grants and national science foundations are primary funders.

•PhD positions are salaried employment (typically SEK 30,000–34,000/month)
•Working language: English throughout most STEM departments
•Five weeks of paid vacation standard
•Residence permits for researchers processed in 1–3 months

Stockholm University

Scientific staff

University Lecturer in Statistics

University Lecturer in Statistics Log in and apply for the job The Department of Statistics is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences and has approximately 35 employees, of which approximately 25 are teachers and/or researchers, 7 doctoral students and others in administration. We are now seeking one or more university lecturers in statistics with varying scope for service during the spring semester of 2027. More information about us can be found at: Department of Statistics. Duties The work involves conducting teaching in the field of statistics. The teaching covered by the employment consists of courses at basic level and/or advanced level.

🇸🇪 Stockholm

No deadlineSource: Stockholm University

Stockholm University

Administrative / Other

Adjunct in Statistics

Adjunct in Statistics Log in and apply for the job The Department of Statistics belongs to the Faculty of Social Sciences and has approximately 35 employees, of which approximately 25 teachers and/or researchers, 7 doctoral students and others in administration. We are now seeking one or more adjuncts in statistics with varying scope for service during the spring term 2027. More information about us can be found at: Department of Statistics. Duties The work involves conducting teaching in the field of statistics. The teaching covered by the employments consists primarily of courses at the basic level. The duties consist of...

🇸🇪 Stockholm

No deadlineSource: Stockholm University

Frequently asked questions

Are PhD positions in Sweden paid?+

Yes, all PhD positions in Sweden are salaried employment with full benefits. Doctoral students typically earn SEK 30,000–34,000 per month (roughly €2,700–3,100), with automatic salary increases as they progress. This includes pension contributions, parental leave and five weeks of vacation.

Do I need to speak Swedish to work at a Swedish university?+

English is widely used in Swedish academia, especially in STEM fields. Most research groups operate entirely in English. Some teaching positions and administrative roles may require Swedish, but this is typically not expected of international researchers in their first years.

How long does a PhD take in Sweden?+

A PhD in Sweden typically takes four years of full-time study, plus up to one year of departmental duties (usually teaching). The total appointment is therefore usually five years. Extensions beyond this are uncommon.

Mathematics & statistics positions in Sweden

University Lecturer in Statistics

Adjunct in Statistics

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