Postdoctoral Position in Analysis
Bocconi University | Milan
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Applications are invited for a 24 months (renewable) postdoctoral research position in Analysis at Bocconi University, Milan, with a flexible start date from June 1, 2026. The appointment is funded through the ERC Grant OPTiMiSE - - Optimal Transport and Metric Structures for Evolution Problems and will focus in particular on the analysis of metric structures, gradient flows, dissipative processes, and the evolution of measures, through the development of new theoretical and methodological tools. Areas of interest include, for example, optimal transport, the variational analysis of partial differential equations, and the study of optimization models, with possible applications to machine learning. Prior expertise in all the listed topics is not mandatory; candidates will be evaluated on mathematical maturity, research potential, and the relevance of their profile to the themes of the project. The gross salary ranges from €45,000 to €65,000 per year (before taxes), depending on experience. The position carries no teaching duties. Additional information and full details are available at: https://jobmarket.unibocconi.eu/?id=907 Applications should be submitted by March 15, 2026. Expressions of interest from young researchers seeking related opportunities, now or at a later stage, are welcome. For inquiries or expressions of interest, please write to giuseppe.savare@unibocconi.it
Last updated: 23 February 2026