The theory group at the University of Toronto is currently accepting applications for postdoctoral positions, starting in the academic year 2026-2027. We will be considering candidates from all areas of theoretical computer science.

The positions are typically for two years, and are intended to allow junior scientists the freedom to pursue ambitious and independent research agendas.

Website: https://www.cs.toronto.edu/theory/positions.html
Email: postdocapp@cs.toronto.edu

The Institute for Data, Econometrics, Algorithms, and Learning (IDEAL) invites applications for three postdoctoral positions starting Fall 2026. IDEAL is an NSF-funded Institute organized by Northwestern, UIC, TTIC, UChicago, IIT, and Loyola, with partners at Google Research, advancing the foundations of data science and theoretical computer science.

Website: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30871
Email: yury@ttic.edu

The Department of Computer Science at Emory University seeks applications for a faculty position in either Theory or Systems. The search is open rank, either tenure-track or tenured. Submit a cover letter, a CV, research and teaching statements, and 3+ recommendations. Review begins December 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Website: https://apply.interfolio.com/174520
Email: cs@emory.edu

The Department of Computing at Imperial wishes to appoint up to 4 Assistant Professors in 2026 across key high-impact areas that will strengthen its existing research portfolio, including the area theoretical computer science (algorithms and data structures, complexity theory, cryptography and information theory, quantum algorithms, and theory of quantum computation)

Website: https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPG409/assistant-professor-associate-professor-in-computing
Email: alastair.donaldson@imperial.ac.uk

NYU Shanghai is currently inviting applications for multiple Tenured or Tenure-Track positions. Candidates in theory are particularly encouraged to apply. The review will begin on December 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Website: https://apply.interfolio.com/176211
Email: siyao.guo@nyu.edu

Theory Group at EPFL has multiple postdoc positions available. Application review starts in early January 2026 (with final deadline February 28th).

Topics: probabilistic proofs, combinatorial optimization, approximation algorithms, online algorithms, sublinear algorithms, (quantum) computational complexity (circuits/proofs/communication), quantum cryptography/algorithms/learning.

Website: https://careers.epfl.ch/job/Lausanne-Postdoctoral-position-in-the-Theory-Group/1163629255/
Email: theory-postdoc@epfl.ch

The Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS, http://quics.umd.edu) is seeking exceptional candidates for the QuICS Hartree Postdoctoral Fellowships in Quantum Information and Computer Science. Apply at: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/job/QuICS-Hartree-Postdoctoral-Fellow_JR102700

Website: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UMCP/job/QuICS-Hartree-Postdoctoral-Fellow_JR102700
Email: quics-coordinator@umiacs.umd.edu

The Theory Group at the University of Michigan invites applications for multiple postdoctoral positions beginning September 2026. The position will have an initial appointment for one year, but may be extended depending on the circumstances.

Applicants should be recent PhDs with interests that align well with our ongoing research.

Website: https://forms.gle/2PEhsnptqNBAD2rTA
Email: thsa@umich.edu

Computer Science, Aarhus University is hiring up to six professors of any rank and any area.

The department has a strong emphasis on theoretical computer science, database systems and machine learning/AI, both from a theory and applied side. We strongly encourage applicants in these areas to further strengthen our profile.

Website: https://international.au.dk/about/profile/vacant-positions/job/aarhus-university-is-hiring-assistant-associate-and-full-professors-for-the-department-of-computer-science
Email: larsen@cs.au.dk

Postdoc and PhD positions are available in Tom Gur’s group at Cambridge on topics including Classical & Quantum Complexity, Sublinear Algorithms, Coding Theory, Cryptography, Learning Theory, and their interplay with Fourier Analysis & Additive Combinatorics.

To apply or enquire, email your CV to Tom Gur.

Website: https://www.cst.cam.ac.uk/people/tg508
Email: tom.gur@cl.cam.ac.uk