The funding is related to a project on trace functions, and especially
on Fourier transforms in the context of trace functions and of general
commutative algebraic groups, as recently developed in my monograph
with A. Forey and J. Fresán. This is a broad topic which can range
from pretty abstract algebraic geometry (e.g., to solve some of the
remaining foundational questions of the theory) to very concrete
applications to analytic number theory, with a lot in between. (You
can look at the book above to get an impression, and also at recent
survey papers on trace functions more generally.)
If you are interested in applying, you should apply to the ETH
Departmental Postdocs,
the Hermann
Weyl Instructorships. You should also contact me to indicate your
interest in the position, or for any other questions.
The deadline for the applications to Hermanny Weyl positions is November 1. You may also apply later by contacting me directly, but full consideration is not guaranteed in that case. The decision should be taken in early 2024; if the position is filled earlier, this will be indicated on this web page.