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September 6, 2025

**Job Description**
The Institute for Logic, Language and Computation (ILLC) at the University of Amsterdam is inviting applications for a fully funded Ph.D. position in the NWO project “Simplicial type theory,” led by Dr. Benno van den Berg. This project aims to develop a constructive account of a model of homotopy type theory in simplicial sets, based on the theory of effective Kan fibrations. The Ph.D. candidate will be instrumental in developing a new simplicial type theory, conducting cutting-edge research at the intersection of mathematics and computer science.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Technical skills relevant to mathematics and computer science.
• Passion for science.
• Familiarity with category theory.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Mathematics
• Logic
• Theoretical Computer Science
• Equivalent relevant discipline

**Experience**
Other:
• Knowledge of the Dutch language is not required.

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Experience
Other: • Knowledge of the Dutch language is not required.
Work Level
Ph.D
Employment Type
Scholarship
Salary
Annual Salary: €36,708 - €46,572 (gross, excluding 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end allowance) Position Classification: UFO profile PhD Candidate Union Affiliation: Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands Benefits: 232 holiday hours per year plus extra holidays; multiple courses from Teaching and Learning Centre; complete educational program for Ph.D. students; courses on time management, stress handling, and an online learning platform; 7 weeks birth leave (partner leave) with 100% salary; partly paid parental leave; pension at ABP (UvA pays two-thirds of contribution); possibility to follow Dutch language courses; housing assistance for a studio or small apartment for international movers; favourable tax agreement ('30% ruling') may apply to non-Dutch applicants.
Valid Until
September 27, 2025
Details
Full-time / Temporary Duration: 4 years Remote Work: No Location Requirement: Relocation required for international applicants (housing assistance available) Campus-based at Science Park, Amsterdam
School / Department / Center / Lab
• Institute for Logic, Language and Computation (ILLC) • Faculty of Science
Supervisor(s)
dr. Benno van den Berg
Supervisor Email
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University of Amsterdam (UvA)
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