Position Description

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Department of Mathematics

Research Scientist

The Department of Mathematics at MIT is seeking two Research Scientist, Level 1 positions to act as high-level contributors to research in number theory, algebraic geometry, and related fields under the direction of Principal Investigator (PI) Prof. Bjorn Poonen, who is responsible for position funding.

Duties include conducting research in number theory, algebraic geometry, and related fields, possibly including algorithmic aspects, in collaboration with Bjorn Poonen; publishing research papers devoted to these subjects, first on arXiv and then in journals; participating in and assisting in organizing local seminars; guiding undergraduate research projects; participating in and supporting workshops and meetings; and other duties assigned by the PI. 

Required Qualifications: PhD in mathematics or related field, received by employment start date.  Minimum 2 years of research experience in number theory, algebraic geometry, or related fields (research done while graduate student counts toward the 2 years). Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check. Applicants must include: CV, Research Statement, and a minimum of 3 letters of recommendation.

Pay range: $72K - $92K

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