Rochester Institute of Technology

Position ID:

1107-TTF1 [#27750]

Position Title:

Tenure Track Faculty

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Rochester, New York 14623, United States of America

Appl Deadline:

none (posted 2025/11/24)

Position Description:

Tenure Track Faculty
9942BR
College of Science
COS School of Mathematics and Statistics

Faculty Type (Tenure Status): Tenure-Track
Faculty Discipline:
Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor
Employment Category: Fulltime
Anticipated Start Date: 12-Aug-2026

Detailed Job Description
The School of Mathematics and Statistics (SMS) in the College of Science at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a Tenure Track (TT) position in the field of pharmacometrics modeling, including pharmacokinetic pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling, quantitative systems pharmacology (QSP), and/or model-informed drug development (MIDD), to begin in the fall of 2026. This TT position is supported in part by one of the world's leading funders of fundamental scientific research: the Simons Foundation as part of the Simons Empire Faculty Fellows Program to stimulate faculty hiring across New York State. This position is designed to support the development of strong, independent research programs while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration that advances the Simons Foundation's mission to push the boundaries of mathematics and the basic sciences.

The successful candidate must possess a robust track record of research in pharmacometrics modeling, PK/PD modeling, QSP, and/or MIDD. Responsibilities will include securing extramural funding, leading a vibrant research group dedicated to training graduate students, and enhancing the visibility and impact of the group through participation in conferences, workshops, and seminars. The selected candidate will be expected to publish research findings in top-tier journals and present at national and international conferences. Additionally, the successful candidate will mentor and advise PhD students as well as graduates and undergraduates in programs offered by SMS, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and provide service to the School of Mathematics and Statistics, the College of Science, and RIT.
In addition, the successful candidate has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to student-centeredness; professional development and scholarship; integrity and ethics; innovation and flexibility; and teamwork and collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values and honor code.

To attract and retain an excellent and innovative faculty, RIT offers several programs and professional development opportunities to help faculty succeed from our onboarding and orientation on through to the tenure and promotion process.
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Department/College Description
The Department:
The School of Mathematical & Statistics (SMS) is one of six academic units in RIT's College of Science. The SMS promotes research in mathematical and statistical sciences and is the home of 80 faculty members, four administrative staff members, three undergraduate programs (Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, and Applied Statistics and Data Analytics), two MS programs (Applied and Computational Mathematics, Applied Statistics) and a Ph.D. program in Mathematical Modeling. The SMS offers the required mathematics and statistics courses for students from all RIT programs. For more information, please visit https://www.rit.edu/science/school-mathematics-and-statistics.

The College:
The RIT College of Science offers 12 undergraduate programs and 18 graduate programs. Our students benefit from the intersection of science and technology at RIT, including access and training with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and facilities starting in their first year at RIT. As one of the top externally grant-funded colleges on campus, the College of Science houses six of RIT's major research centers that give students unrivaled opportunities to engage in real-world research with supportive faculty mentors.

At the RIT College of Science, we are committed to fostering a community where fairness, opportunity, and accessibility are at the core of everything we do. We seek to build a network of researchers that will support ongoing work in COS to forge a path forward as we grow our strategic research areas and who will contribute to a climate of respect and collaboration within our college community. We believe that a true sense of belonging emerges when everyone is empowered to contribute, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment.

The College of Science strives to attract and retain high-quality faculty, students, and staff from a variety of backgrounds and to ensure a welcoming campus culture and a global mindset. Furthermore, we aim to advance research and scholarship and capitalize on our partnerships and strengths to increase the impact of COS. We plan to hire faculty who can contribute to some or all these strategic priorities.

The University:
Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has a long-standing history of innovation that blends the arts, technology, and experiential learning. In addition to its main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT maintains a strong international presence with over 100 active global partnerships and international campuses in Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. As of Fall 2024, total student enrollment across all campuses exceeded 21,000. Nationally recognized for its co-op and internship programs, RIT is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated faculty and staff members committed to student success. Its 1,300-acre suburban campus features cutting-edge facilities that reflect RIT's strengths in applied research, design, and workforce development.
To attract and retain an excellent and innovative faculty, RIT offers a number of programs and professional development opportunities to help faculty succeed from our onboarding and orientation on through to the tenure and promotion process.

Required Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or a related field, completed by the date of appointment. Post-doctoral research or equivalent professional experience is preferred.
Ability to communicate in English.
Potential to collaborate with SMS and other RIT faculty members.
An ongoing record of peer-reviewed publications.
A commitment to building a successful research program in AI, supported by external grants.
A commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
A commitment to mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research.
Ability to contribute to the college's continuing commitment to individual differences.

Required Minimum Education Level
PhD

Required Application Documents
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References, Research Statement, Statement of Teaching Philosophy

How To Apply
Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty; search openings, then Keyword Search 9942

Teaching statement that outlines your teaching philosophy and pedagogical approach(es), describes prior teaching experiences and/or courses you would like to teach or develop, and articulates your specific interests or goals in teaching, curriculum design, or program development. In addition, please share how you would contribute to our college goals of seeking to provide accessible learning environments, cultivating engagement through inclusive and dynamic teaching, and promoting the success of all learners.
Names, addresses and phone numbers for three references
Research statement that outlines your previous extramurally funded research and your potential for future extramural funding, and that describes your prior experiences in one-on-one supervision of student research and/or your philosophy and approaches to mentoring student researchers.

You can contact the search committee with questions on the position at: ndcsma@rit.edu, Dr. Nathan Cahill.
Review of applications will begin November 21, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details

RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov.

Hourly/Salary Minimum: 85000
Hourly/Salary Maximum:100000

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Postal Mail:

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Rochester, NY 14623

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