Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Instituto de Matemáticas

Position ID:

UNAM-TTQROCD [#27810]

Position Title:

Tenure Track Researcher in Juriquilla, Mexico

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Juriquilla, Querétaro, 76230, Mexico

Subject Area:

Data Sciences

Appl Deadline:

2026/03/03 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2025/12/05, listed until 2026/03/03)

Position Description:

The Instituto de Matemáticas (IM) at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) invites applications for a full-time tenure track research position in the field of Data Sciences, with an expected starting date July 2026, in the Juriquilla branch of the Institute in the state of Querétaro, Mexico.

UNAM is Mexico's leading university and is home to some of the most prominent research institutions in Latin America. The IM boasts over 90 full-time researchers that span a wide range of mathematical disciplines. The institute’s branch in Juriquilla host 10 faculty members dedicated to research and maintain close collaboration with the Escuela Nacional de Estudios Superiores in Juriquilla (ENES-Juriquilla).

We particularly encourage women and individuals from historically marginalized groups to participate in the selection process. For more information on the Institute and the University, visit www.matem.unam.mx.

PROFILE OF CANDIDATES

The available position falls within the field of Data Sciences. We welcome candidates with expertise in data science, machine learning, computing, topological data analysis, data visualization, network science, artificial intelligence, data mining, predictive analytics, statistics, and computer science.

The person selected to fill the position is expected to:

- Conduct outstanding research in the area of data sciences, with a relevant research program, and contribute to the development of the area within the IM.

- Teach courses related to data sciences to undergraduate students, as well as basic courses of the major ``Mathematics for the Development'' at the ENES-Juriquilla.

- Supervise undergraduate and graduate theses.

- Participate in research projects independently and/or in collaboration with research staff within and outside the IM. - Participate in outreach and/or engagement activities related to mathematics within and outside the IM.

- Participate in institutional activities of the IM.

- Be willing to respect institutional processes related to equality, non-discrimination, and a life free of violence within the IM.

- Preference will be given to individuals who can create synergy with the existing research groups at the Unidad Juriquilla of the Instituto de Matemáticas.

REQUIREMENTS

Individuals who wish to be considered under this call must meet the following requirements:

- Hold a Ph.D. in data sciences, mathematics or a related field.

- Have a demonstrated record of outstanding research in data sciences and/or related areas.

- Have 2 years of postdoctoral (or equivalent) experience.

- Possess strong communication skills.

- Show commitment to teaching excellence.

DOCUMENTATION

The required documentation is as follows:

- A cover letter.

- A curriculum vitae that includes (if applicable):

* Research publications, categorized by editorial status (preprints, accepted, published);

* Teaching activities, including classes, courses, workshops, and thesis or dissertation supervision (separated by academic level);

* Outreach and/or engagement activities related to mathematics (including possible publications);

* Participation in conferences;

* Membership in academic networks;

* Participation in academic committees or bodies;

* Training and work related to equality;

* Any other academic information the applicant considers relevant.

- A short- and medium-term research plan.

- A statement of purpose, in free format, explaining why the applicant is interested in being part of the community of the Institute in its branch in Juriquilla.

- Three letters of recommendation, which must be sent independently by their authors. It is requested that, if possible, the recommendation letters include the following elements:

* A brief description of the academic ties and collaborations with the applicant (e.g., collaboration on research projects, thesis supervision, teaching, etc.);

* A description of the main skills and academic contributions identified in the applicant in the areas of scientific research and, where applicable, innovation and teaching within their field of knowledge;

* A description of the main ethical qualities and collaborative work skills in the scientific field observed in the applicant;

* Any additional relevant information about the applicant.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

Applicants must submit their application through the AMS service at www.mathjobs.org. Recommendation letters must be uploaded directly to MathJobs by the individuals writing them.

Application deadline: March 3rd, 2026.

EQUALITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION

In addition and as an essential complement to the academic excellence criteria defined in the hiring profile, the selection committee will implement measures that promote a gender-balanced, diverse, and inclusive academic community, recognizing this as a key element for innovation and academic excellence at the IM.

The IM is a space that embraces plurality, diversity, and gender parity as foundational principles of university ethics and academic excellence. Therefore, it is committed to ensuring the full exercise of the right to equality and non-discrimination throughout this academic selection process, as well as to preventing and addressing —through the appropriate institutional channels— any form of discrimination and violence, including gender-based violence.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information, send an email to the following address: sacademico@im.unam.mx

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
Publication list
Statement of Purpose
Two to four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )

And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:

www.matem.unam.mx

+52 55 5622 4526

Secretaría Académica,
Instituto de Matemáticas, UNAM, Ciudad Universitaria,
Ciudad de México 04510,
Mexico