Three PhD student positions and one postdoctoral position in history and philosophy of mathematics, Zuerich (Switzerland)

The positions are devoted to historical and/or philosophical analyses of the development and/or the practice of mathematics, or of mathematics' contemporary scientific, social or cultural roles. At least one position will be devoted to the study of medieval non European mathematics, especially Indian or Arabic. Projects that focus on commercial and practical mathematics, or consider cross cultural exchange are especially encouraged. Philosophical projects that consider mathematics as a practice, rather than as an abstract ideal, are encouraged. Projects that are framed strictly inside the analytic philosophical tradition are discouraged (but this reservation does not extend to projects that combine analytic and other approaches).

We are looking for candidates who hold Master’s or PhD degrees in related disciplines with a relevant research background. Starting Date is flexible during the academic year 2016-2017. The postdoctoral researcher will have its position reconsidered on a yearly basis, based on research performance and the chair's priorities for a maximum period of no more than 6 years.

Applications must be received before 31 August, 2016. For more information, see https://apply.refline.ch/845721/4747/pub/1/ or contact Prof. Dr. Roy Wagner, professor of history and philosophy of mathematical sciences, at roy.wagner at gess.ethz.ch.