Position Description

The University of Michigan’s Department of Mathematics is initiating a search for an appointment in financial mathematics or related fields at the tenure-track assistant professor level. This will be a university-year appointment beginning August 28, 2023. Candidates should hold a PhD in financial mathematics or a related field; have extraordinary credentials in the area of financial mathematics or related fields including stochastic dynamics and control, and machine learning; and show outstanding promise and/or accomplishments in both research and teaching. Salaries are competitive and are based on credentials. The following materials are required: (1) Cover Letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) statement that shows your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, (5) teaching statement, and (6) names and contact information of three references. Application materials should be submitted electronically through the AMS MathJobs website. Alternatively, applications may be sent to: Personnel Committee, University of Michigan, Department of Mathematics, 2074 East Hall, 530 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1043. Applications are considered on a continuing basis but candidates are urged to apply by November 1, 2022. Inquiries may be made by email to math-fac-search@umich.edu. More detailed information regarding the Department may be found on our website.

Offers for this appointment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

This offer is contingent upon reporting your COVID19 proof of vaccinations no later than one week before your appointment start date. You may request a medical or religious exemption; however, successful completion of the exemption process must occur prior to your start date. If you will not be up to date on your vaccinations at the time of hire (defined as receiving all recommended doses in the primary vaccine series and one booster when eligible), you may request an exemption. A temporary postponement may be requested if you are unable to receive the primary series or booster in your country of origin or current location. More information on this policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website.