A doctorate in Mathematics from an accredited institution by the time of application is required. In addition, the successful applicant is expected to have evidence of strong research, and to show evidence that they can teach at both graduate and undergraduate levels and can supervise graduate and undergraduate students. Preference will be given to candidates who have postdoctoral research experience, have strong potential for external funding, and demonstrate dedication and commitment to teaching.

The ideal candidate will have an active research program in mathematics with strong interests in interdisciplinary research in AI, Machine Learning, and Data Sciences. We are especially interested in a mathematician who has worked in areas such as computational topology, computational number theory, combinatorial optimization, coding theory, and quantum computing. A successful candidate will be an individual who can contribute through their research, teaching and service to the diversity and excellence of our academic community and foster an environment in which faculty, staff and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

The Department of Mathematics at UCF offers a full range of mathematics courses for its B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs, in addition to providing service courses for the university’s general education program and STEM majors. The faculty carries out active research projects funded by various funding agencies. For more information about the teaching and research at UCF Department of Mathematics, please visit http://sciences.ucf.edu/math/

The College of Sciences (COS) houses most of the university’s natural, computational, and social sciences in eight departments, two schools, and several centers. The college’s programs play a key role in advancing UCF as a national research university that is determined to help students from all backgrounds achieve success. For more information, please visit https://sciences.ucf.edu/.

UCF, located in Orlando, Florida, is classified as a Very High Research Activity university by the Carnegie Foundation. With a diverse student body of more than 70,000 students, UCF is one of the largest universities in the country. The university offers more than 200-degree programs. UCF is committed to diversity and is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. For more information, please visit http://www.ucf.edu.

To be considered you must apply online at http://ucf.edu/jobs (job number 30261) and attach the following materials: CV, letter of interest, and statements of research and teaching. Additionally, provide the names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin in early January 2022 and continue until filled. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Eduardo Teixeira, Search Committee Chair, at eduardo.teixeira@ucf.edu

EEO statement As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf. As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.