The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research (https://cmor.rice.edu) at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor positions. All postdoctoral instructors in the Department are appointed for two academic years with possible extension for a third year. The term of appointment will begin on July 1, 2023.

Instructors teach one undergraduate lecture course each semester and conduct research in collaboration with a faculty mentor.
The Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position honors Professor Paul Pfeiffer (1917- 2012), a founding member of the department.

As part of this search, the group of Matthias Heinkenschloss is looking for highly motivated applicants working in optimization, reduced order modeling, and parameter identification of large-scale differential equation-based models. Successful applicants will work on one of two interdisciplinary projects: Optimization of biophysical models for single neurons, or multi-physics design analysis and optimization grounded in rigorous model reduction. The ideal candidate has a strong background in computational and applied mathematics, is familiar with continuous optimization, numerical solution of differential equations, and model reduction, and development of mathematical software, and has good communication skills.

We seek a greater representation of women, scholars of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and others who have historically been underrepresented in STEM; to attract international students from a wider range of countries and backgrounds; to accelerate progress in building a faculty and staff who are diverse in background and thought; and an inclusive environment that fosters interaction and understanding within our diverse community.

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Qualifications
Candidates must have received or completed the requirements for a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics on or after January 1, 2021, and have demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.

Application Instructions
Application should be submitted through http://apply.interfolio.com/121059.
Applicants interested in working in the group of Matthias Heinkenschloss should also send e-mail to heinken@rice.edu.

Each application must include a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae with a publication list, a research statement, a teaching statement, and a diversity statement. You will also be asked to provide the names and contact information of three references. To receive full consideration the complete application must be received by April 15, 2023, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.