The Mathematics Program at Sabanci University (SU) is looking for outstanding post-doctoral researchers who are willing to apply for Marie Sklodowska – Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships (PF) 2026 call.
HOST INSTITUTION:
On a national level, SU has been one of the most successful universities in Turkiye in terms of the number of EU Framework Programmes funded projects per faculty member. The Sabancı University Research and Technology Transfer Office (SU ATT) is well-structured to manage the 262 active projects simultaneously, with approximately 57% of the total budget allocated to EU projects.
Research at SU is an interdisciplinary effort extending across all branches of science, technology, and arts. Academic activities are performed within the framework of three faculties composed of non-departmental and interdisciplinary programs: the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the School of Management, which feature a total of 12 undergraduate, 52 graduate and 17 doctoral programs. SU has also several research centres, including Integrated Manufacturing Research and Application Center (SU-IMC), Data Analytics Research and Application Center (VERIM), Center of Excellence in Nano Diagnostics (EFSUN).
The Mathematics Program:
The Mathematics Program in Sabanci University (https://math.sabanciuniv.edu/) focuses on research activities in the areas of algebra and number theory and their applications, analysis and differential equations. The research interests of the algebra and number theory group members lie within arithmetic geometry, arithmetic of elliptic and hyperelliptic curves, arithmetic dynamics, finite fields and applications, coding theory, cryptology, integer partitions, combinatorics, commutative and computational algebra, finite geometry. The analysis group members have research interests in functional analysis, several complex variables, complex potential theory, holomorphic Dynamics, complex Geometry, operator theory, nonlinear partial differential equations.
OFFER DESCRIPTION & ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Offer Description:
The potential applicants are expected to have strong background in arithmetic geometry considered in a broad sense. This includes (but not limited to): arithmetic of elliptic and hyperelliptic curves, arithmetic of algebraic curves of low genus, arithmetic dynamics, computational number theory and computational algebraic geometry, etc. The mathematics program offers a vibrant and stimulating environment with several active faculty members and graduate students. Candidates should have a strong motivation and team spirit with the enthusiasm to bring scientific questions to successful conclusions.
Eligibility:
Researchers of any nationality in possession of a doctoral degree and those who have not resided in Turkey for more than 12 months in the three years before the call deadline (09 Sept 2026) are only eligible to apply. Please check the conditions and your eligibility at the following link: https://ec.europa.eu/research/mariecurieactions/actions/postdoctoral-fellowships.
How to apply?
For applications, the expression of interest should be submitted by email to Professor Mohammad Sadek via mohammad.sadek@sabanciuniv.edu with the subject "Expression of interest for the MSCA PostDoctoral Fellowship 2026 – Mathematics - name of the candidate".
The Expression of interest should include following information:
- Curriculum Vitae
- A brief outline of the proposed research project with defined objectives (max 2 pages)
- Motivation letter
Hosting Offers:
- Proposal review support by the Engineering and Natural Sciences Project Office
- Full support for project administration during implementation of the project
- Access to key databases, software and labs
- Full access to the university Information Center, Sports Center and other available facilities and Research Centers