Postdoc Positions in Formal Methods and Programming Languages

TheCentre for Formal Methods and Future Computing (FORM)at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science University of Southern Denmark (SDU Campus Odense or Vejle) invites applications for postdoctoral fellowships in formal methods and programming languages with emphasis on theorem positions can have a duration of up to 4 years. The targeted starting period is after Summer 2026 with room for flexibility.

About FORM
FORM is a new initiative created with the ambition to lead the formalisation of key areas of computing in a universal repository of knowledge and tools verified by proof assistants.Our visionis to unlock the combined potential of humans and artificial intelligence (AI) for the rapid and reliable construction of digital systems guided by rigorous mathematical foundations. Our current main instrument to pursue this ambition is theComputer Science Library (CSlib)in theLean programming technology. CSlib is a global effort carried out in collaboration with world-leading stakeholders and FORM is a key founding player inCSlibs steering and technical leadership.

Who we are looking for
We are looking for candidates who possess (or are nearing completion of) a PhD in Computer Science or Mathematics. An ideal candidate has a research track record at a high international level (reflecting the academic age of the applicant) and experience with mechanising theory and/or practice of computer science in proof assistants.

Fluency in English is required.

Questions Curious to learn more about the position and environment Please feel free to reach out to Professor and FORM DirectorFabrizio Montesi() for more information.

Hosting environment
FORM is embedded in theSection of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Programming Languages (ACP) an elite cluster of research groups that fosters collaboration research excellence and quality education. FORM and ACP offer ample opportunities for collaboration personal growth and mentoring. The sections current research covers a wide range of areas and topics that include symbolic AI and formal methods (logic theorem provers type systems categories etc.) concurrent programming languages (choreographic programming session types etc.) distributed computing (cloud computing microservices etc.) Dev(Sec)Ops software engineering (software product lines) human factors in security and privacy post-quantum and embedded cryptography and quantum programming languages.

The section is part of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science and other research sections at the department are

• Algorithms
• Computational Science
• Data Science and Statistics
• Geometry Topology and Algebra
• Learning Experience Design

Our department offers an inclusive and international working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and strong traditions for collaboration across research groups departments and faculties and with other organisations like educational institutions municipalities and companies. The degrees offered by the department include BSc and MSc degrees in Computer Science a BSc degree in Artificial Intelligence and an MSc degree in Data Science. More information about the department can be found at University of Southern Denmark (SDU) was founded in 1966 and now has more than 27.000 students almost 20% of whom are from abroad. It has 3800 employees and 115 different study programs in the fields of the humanities social sciences natural sciences health sciences and engineering. Its main campus is located in Odense and is complemented by modern campuses in Kolding Esbjerg Sønderborg and most recently Vejle. Each campus contributes to SDUs strong regional presence and close collaboration with businesses public institutions and local communities.

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Applications should include the following documents.

• Application letter including information on previous employment with start and end dates
• Curriculum Vitae.
• List of publications (the candidate is welcome to accompany each publication with a line explaining their contribution).
• PhD diploma or statement from supervisor on the expected completion of the PhD.
• MSc diploma.
• A recommendation letter if available (otherwise please insert contacts for recommendations in the CV).

Shortlistingmay be used in the assessment process. Shortlisted applicants will be assessed by an assessment committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the faculty. As part of the overall assessment the applicant may be called for interview.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link Apply online. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF or Word format. Each box can only contain a single file of max. 10 Mb. We strongly recommend that you readhow to applybefore you apply.

We recommend that as an international applicant you take the time to visit Work in Denmarkwhere you will find information and facts about moving to working and living in Denmark as well as the International Staff Office at SDU.

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).Please check links for more information onsalary(only available in Danish)and taxation.

To qualify you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Applications must be submitted electronically using the link Apply now. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDUbefore you apply.

Further informationfor international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.