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Programmes and funding opportunities

At Mathematics Münster research is regarded as a cohesive whole, with numerous connections between different mathematical disciplines. By developing mathematical methods through this integrated, cross‑disciplinary approach we generate substantial innovation that reaches beyond mathematics.
The three guiding principles Dynamics – Geometry – Structure unite the work of more than 200 researchers who study how objects evolve dynamically, view them from a geometric perspective, and uncover the deeper structures underlying specific scientific problems.

Our programmes, measures, and initiatives are deliberately designed towards implementing fully integrated approaches across mathematical fields (see objectives).
Mathematics Münster provides funding and opportunities that bridge mathematical fields — from bridging‑research positions and exchange platforms to sabbatical programmes. The early‑career (ECR) programmes aim to attract top talent with their own research proposals, create a setting for network‑building, spark collaborations, and foster confident scientific communication. They also encourage senior researchers to collaborate more closely through the shared perspective of an ECR.
All activities value diverse expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. Through hiring schemes and fellowships we work toward broadening the diversity of mathematicians contributing to our research programme.
The success of this supportive ecosystem is an exceptional stepping‑stone for early‑career researchers (see career advancement). 

  • Join us: Become part of MM

    Calls are announced at  Calls and Application 

    • Regular offers for doctoral research positions and postdoctoral researchers.
    • The Ada Lovelace Fellowships support gender equality in the mathematical sciences by providing supplementary funding for attracting outstanding doctoral researchers.
      See Ada Lovelace Fellowship Programme.
    • The Young African Mathematicians Fellowship Programme invites outstanding graduates of the AIMS Master's Programme to spend an academic year at MM.
      See YAM Fellowships
    • The Assistant Professorships Prorgamme supports gender equality in the mathematical sciences.
      More on the MATHRIX Professorship Programme
    • The Bridging the Gaps Chairs programme attracts high-profile mathematicians working in areas with high potetial for connecting established research groups at MM.
      Meet the Bridging the Gaps Chairs.
    • An MM Chair will be established open to all mathematical fields that supports our research objectives and contributes to gender equality at MM.

  • Research at MM: Collaborative mathematics and early independence

    • A wide range of talks, lectures, and seminars with international and local researchers is hosted at MM. 
      See what's going on
    • Mobility funds are available for members to engage in international collaborations, attend conferences or summer schools.
    • MM advances cutting-edge research by implementing integrated approaches to solve fundamental problems across various mathematical disciplines.
      Explore the research programme.
    • MM hosts plenty of scientific events, i.e. conferences and workshops, also within the Young Mathematician Conference Network, or as a focused series in our Focus Programme bridging mathematical fields.
    • To connect different mathematical fields, postdocs are hired into two different working groups. This Bridging Programme encourages investigators to communicate and collaborate more closely through the shared perspective of an ECR.
    • The Start-up Funds for Emerging Project Programme supports high-potential projects such as ERC proposals of members of Mathematics Münster.
    • Additional teaching exemptions for a research semester in Münster to focus on a joint project with a colleague from Münster or a long-term visiting fellow from abroad can be realised through the MM Sabbaticals Programme.
    • MM believes that innovation is sparked by collaboration. Our Common Room is intentionally designed as a central workspace, equipped with expansive blackboards. This shared space connects researchers across all mathematical fields and career stages.

  • Visit us: Research and Study Stays

    • With our Münster Research Fellow programme our investigators invite distinguished mathematicians to a long-term stay in Münster.
      Learn more about our MRFs
    • The Young Reaseach Fellow programme gives outstanding young researchers the opportunity to spend a long-term stay in Münster for collaborations and joint projects.
      See our current and previous YRFs 
    • Withing the Visiting Doctoral Researchers programme Investigators can invite doctoral researchers for 1-6 months to Mathematics Münster, i.e. for a joint research project or as part of dual supervision. Have a look at our current and previous VDRs
    • Short-term Scholarships are offered to interested master's students in their 2nd year to visit Mathematics Münster for a period of 2 to 6 months.
      More information and application

Career Advancements

MM offers extensive resources and structured opportunities that accelerate professional growth and expand scientific networks. The mentoring programme for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers provides an additional source of advice by an experienced researcher from another mathematical field and actively foster scientific independence.

Events beyond maths complement the mathematical education and broaden the horizon.

Find out more at Career Advancement.

Removing Barriers

We are committed to equity and diversity. We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities and by removing barriers we foster a research community that is diverse, inclusive and free from discrimination, where everyone can thrive.
Find out more at Equity and Diversity

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.
More on Balancing Family and Career

Study programmes

The Mathematics Münster Graduate School (MMGS) is the joint graduate programme of the Cluster of Excellence “Mathematics Münster” and the mathematical institutes of the University of Münster, offering an outstanding environment for doctoral researchers with both research freedom and a broad range of specialised courses. 
More on Mathematics Münster Graduate School 

The Master of Science Mathematics Münster is a two-year research-oriented programme which puts a strong focus on in-depth studies in a broad spectrum of pure and applied mathematical subjects. Full grant scholarships are awarded to talented students who will contribute to the international research environment of MM.
More on M.Sc. Mathematics Münster and Full grant scholarships

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at the University of Münster offers numerous options with eight different specialisations and nine different minor subjects.
More on B.Sc. in Mathematics

Outreach and Transfer

Supporting young maths talents, sharing the fascination of mathematics, and providing insights into studying and working as a mathematician – Epsilon informs about events and activities for children and teenagers.
More on Epsilon (in German)

Mathematics meets Business is an event series, which brings scientists together with leading technology companies in the Münsterland region. 

Fireside Chats open up perspectives and look beyond the horizon of academic research in mathematics. Individuals with a doctorate in mathematics who subsequently pursued an exciting career outside academia are given a voice.

The MaIn Perspectives event series gives bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral candidates ideas about projects and work-styles in industry and companies.
More on MaIn Perspectives