Dr. Jonathan Spreer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonathan Spreer is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, where he specializes in the intersection of mathematics, computer science, and topology. With a strong academic background, including a Doctorate in Natural Sciences from the University of Stuttgart, he has extensive research experience as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Lecturer in various prestigious institutions. His research focuses on the study of manifolds, employing a combination of low-dimensional topology, combinatorial methods, and algorithmic problem-solving techniques. Dr. Spreer has developed mathematical software and contributes to significant research in discrete geometry and triangulations, aiming to find efficient algorithms for complex topological problems. He collaborates with multiple institutions and has been involved in several funded projects that examine the computational aspects of mathematical structures, as well as their implications in broader scientific contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, AU

Teaching and research in Mathematics and Statistics.

Lecturer Early Career Development Fellow

2019-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of Sydney • Sydney, AU

Engaged in teaching and research initiatives.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

2017-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Einstein Foundation • Berlin, DE

Research in discrete geometry.

Lecturer

2016-01-01 — 2016-01-01

University of Queensland • Brisbane, AU

Teaching mathematics.

Awards

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Faculty of Science Start Up Funding

2022-01-01

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.