Universität Ulm 
Ulm, Germany Offer Summary
The Institute of Statistics at Universität Ulm in Germany is offering a PhD position in mathematical statistics, focusing on high-dimensional statistics and machine learning. This primarily theoretical role is motivated by applications in biomedicine, economics, and life sciences. The position is limited to three years with possible extension, offering remuneration according to TV-L 13. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in mathematics, statistics, or a related field, demonstrating strong analytical skills, programming proficiency in Python or R, and fluency in English. The university encourages applications from qualified female scientists and severely disabled applicants. Interested candidates should submit their motivation letter, CV, certificates, transcripts, and referee contacts to the specified email address by November 30, 2026, with a flexible start date available until March 31, 2027.
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Project Description
> Temporary: limited to three years with the possibility of extension.> Remuneration: TV-L 13
Phd Position in Statistics at Ulm University (m/f/d)
We seek to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position.
Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.
The Institute of Statistics invites applications for a PhD position in mathematical statistics, with a focus on high-dimensional statistics and machine learning. The position is primarily theoretical, with research directions motivated by problems in biomedicine, economics and other life sciences. For more information on the Institute of Statistics, we refer to the webpage
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Applicants should hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in mathematics, statistics, machine learning or a related mathematically oriented field, with a strong background in mathematical statistics and/or probability. We are looking for candidates with excellent mathematical and analytical skills, a strong interest in theoretical research, good programming skills (e.g. Python or R) and fluency in English.
Application
Please send your application to m.vogt@uni-ulm.de. The application deadline is 30 November 2026. Applications received after the deadline may also be considered until the position has been filled. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Vogt (m.vogt@uni-ulm.de).
Your application should include a short letter of motivation, a CV, degree certificates and transcripts (Bachelor’s and Master’s), and - where applicable - a list of publications.
In addition, you may provide the names and contact details of up to two referees. Please ensure that the referees have consented to the disclosure of their contact details and to being contacted. Reference letters may be sent directly to the above email address by the application deadline.
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30.11.2026
Flexible start date: as soon as possible, but no later than 31 March 2027
Hiring is done by the Central University Administration.
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