| The WPI Department of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for postdoc positions in mathematics, anticipated to begin in the Fall of 2022. All areas of mathematics are welcome. The successful applicants are expected to work with the mathematical sciences faculty in the department and develop a robust research program, and contribute to the teaching mission of the department. Candidates will also have the opportunity to contribute to WPI’s growing interdisciplinary programs, in particular to the Data Science Program and to the Bioinformatics and Computational Biology program. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Mathematics, or related area. The appointment will be for up to three years with annual renewal based on satisfactory performance. We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits. Qualified applicants should submit (1) a curriculum vitae (2) a teaching essay (3) a statement of research objectives that includes a section on how the applicant's research would benefit from the department's research activities and identifies potential collaborators or mentors within the department (4) four letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses teaching experience or potential. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Founded in 1865, WPI is one of the nation’s first technological universities. A highly selective private university located within an hour of Boston, WPI is consistently ranked among the top 70 research institutions by US News & World Report. The university is home to an innovative and intensive project-based curriculum that empowers students with the knowledge and skills to address real world problems around the globe. The Mathematical Sciences Department currently has 32 tenured/tenure-track faculty members, 8 postdoctoral scholars, and features two active Ph.D. programs, one in Mathematical Sciences and one in Statistics. The department offers bachelor’s degrees in Mathematical Sciences and in Actuarial Mathematics, and master’s degrees in Applied Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Financial Mathematics, and Industrial Mathematics (see http://www.wpi.edu/+math). The department has a strong reputation for its cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and for its successful programs addressing mathematical and statistical problems in industry. Located in the heart of New England, WPI is surrounded by cultural and recreational opportunities. The UMass Medical Center, a large number of technology companies and many colleges and universities are located in the immediate area making it ideal for two career families. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability. We are looking for individuals who value creativity, diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. |
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