Position Description

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Connecticut (UConn) is pleased to invite applications for an Assistant Research Professor beginning August 23, 2026. The successful candidate will work with Associate Professor Bin Zou through domain interests such as actuarial science, mathematical finance, stochastic control, and machine learning. Potential research topics include stochastic (re)insurance games, time-inconsistent stochastic control, and machine learning in insurance and finance. Please see https://sites.google.com/site/zoubin019/research for recent research papers of Professor Zou.

Duties and Responsibilities

The teaching load will consist of three courses per academic year or the equivalent. Research focus to complement Associate Professor Bin Zou and the Department of Mathematics' research mission.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Mathematics or related field by the appointment start date. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable.
• University-level teaching experience.
• Evidence of research potential in Mathematics.
• Experience fostering student engagement and research success across varied backgrounds and learning needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research expertise that complements interests such as actuarial science, mathematical finance, stochastic control, and machine learning.
• Evidence of scholarly publications or conference presentations in relevant areas.

Appointment Terms

This is a full-time, 10-month, non-tenure-track position for an initial duration of one year, renewable for up to two additional years, contingent upon satisfactory performance. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2026. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach at one of UConn’s regional campuses as part of their ordinary workload. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply

Please apply online to UConn Jobs at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499298, and submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Research statement (up to two pages);
• Teaching statement (up to one page, including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and commitment to effective learning);
• Name and contact information for 3 professional references.

Evaluation of applicants will begin in January 2026 and will continue until a candidate is found.