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Use our stimulating research environment with access to modern facilities, regular seminars, and collaborations with national and international groups.
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Mathematics Münster brings together leading mathematicians and the next generation of researchers. Our cutting-edge master's, doctoral and postdoctoral programmes are constantly refined, providing the foundation for a successful academic career. We foster early academic independence on the basis of structural autonomy: take charge of your own research project, organise a conference and sharpen your profile with impulses for your long-term career pathway.

At Mathematics Münster we are convinced that an excellent research environment advances through the drive for knowledge and exchange of perspectives. We complement existing academic structures with a community-first approach, embodied in our Common Room - an inspiration hub that connects researchers across all identities, traits, mathematical fields and career stages.

Learn more – on faculty research topics, upcoming scientific events and current visitors.

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Career Advancement

Mathematics Münster provides plenty of resources and structured opportunities that accelerate professional growth and expand scientific networks.

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Family and Career

Enhancing the compatibility of academic work and family life, providing structural and financial support that eases the career-family balance for researchers, is one of our goals.

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MM Take-off Talk with Amandine Escalier

The new interview series provides insights into the professional trajectories of former members of Mathematics Münster. The third episode features our former postdoc Amadine Escalier. She works as a "Maîtresse de conférence" at the math department of Lyon 1 University. Find out more about Amandine's research and her time in Münster.

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New episode of "On a Tangent"

with Adam Thompson

In the new episode of our podcast "On a Tangent", Carlo talks with Adam Thompson about his time swimming competitively, his fascination with geometry and his experiences moving around the world. Adam is a PhD candidate in Christoph Böhm’s research group, where he focuses on Ricci solitons, geometric flows, and spaces with symmetry.

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Apply now: doctoral and postdoctoral positions

Until 1 November 2026, you can apply for doctoral and postdoctoral positions at Mathematics Münster. Applications for Ada Lovelace Fellowships (doctoral add-on positions) are also welcome. Join our research community and pursue your research in an international and collaborative environment!

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"MM Take-off Talk" with Kristin Courtney (Gabe)

The new interview series provides insights into the professional trajectories of former members of Mathematics Münster. The second episode features our former MATHRIX professor Kristin Courtney (Gabe). She works at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense and has just been promoted to Associate Professor. Find out more about Kristins's time in Münster, her research and her advice for early career researchers.