The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) has an opening for a postdoctoral scholar in Applied Mathematics, starting from September 2022. The appointment is 9 months per year, for a duration of two years. There is the possibility of renewal for a third year (depending on the availability of funding). Candidates should have finished their Ph.D. in applied mathematics (or related fields) before their appointment start date, and show promise for a career in research and teaching. A successful candidate will be expected to carry out research with faculty members and teach courses in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, UMBC. The teaching load will be one course per semester, so that a successful candidate has ample time for research.
Candidates in all areas of applied mathematics will be considered, including but not limited to: analysis and computation of partial differential equations and applications, stochastic processes and applications in mathematical biology and other fields, and optimization theory and numerical optimization with applications to data science, machine learning, or other emerging areas. A strong background in applied and/or computational mathematics related to the above fields is required. Applicants should submit (a) an AMS standard coversheet; (b) a curriculum vitae that includes publications; (c) a description of research interests and research plans; (d) a brief teaching statement; (e) a diversity statement; and (f.) have at least three letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf. Applicants should apply using:https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/fellowship/19746 Review of applications will begin on April 15th 2022, although applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Early application is encouraged. The UMBC is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. UMBC values gender, ethnic and racial diversity; women, members of ethnic minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. UMBC is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic careers. |