We are looking for someone who really enjoys mathematics: the focus is on the mathematics of diffusion models, ideally you have
*a Master’s degree in mathematics, or in physics or computer science with a strong mathematical focus;
*solid foundations in analysis, linear algebra and probability theory/stochastics;
*programming skills in Python;
*interest in inverse problems, generative models and machine learning.
Purely application-oriented profiles without solid, documented mathematical training are not a good fit.
Formal eligibility (as in the official call):
*Master’s (or equivalent) degree, final certificate available before employment starts; no doctoral degree yet.
*MSCA mobility rule: not more than 12 months of living, working or studying in Austria in the 36 months before 10 December 2026.
What we offer
*Full-time doctoral employment contract for 3 years (40 h/week).
*Salary from C 3,776.10 gross per month (level B1, Austrian universities’ collective agreement) plus allowances (about a third above most PhD contracts in Austria).
*Enrolment in the doctoral programme in Mathematics at the University of Innsbruck, with structured training across both universities (winter schools, transferable-skills courses).
*Two secondments at international academic and non-academic partner institutions.
*A truly interdisciplinary environment between mathematics and clinical radiology – and life in the Alps.
How to apply
*Apply online: https://ignidte.i-med.ac.at/apply/
deadline 10th December 2026.
• Select DC5 as your preferred doctoral project and include a 2-page research proposal for it.
• Online interviews with shortlisted candidates: 18–31 January 2027; decisions by the end of February 2027.
Questions about the project? Informal enquiries are welcome: Markus Haltmeier, markus.haltmeier@uibk.ac.at
General questions about the programme and the application: phd-ignidte@i-med.ac.at