University of South Carolina

Department of Mathematics 

Assistant Professor in Data-driven Modeling and Simulation 

The faculty of the Department of Mathematics at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9-month, full time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2025. 

Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field. The candidate is expected to contribute to synergistically bridging important developments in emerging mathematical foundations in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and Modeling and Simulation of Complex Systems. 

A successful candidate is expected to teach at all levels in the Department of Mathematics and to participate actively in the state-wide NSF-funded EPSCoR project on AI-enabled Devices for the Advancement of Personalized and Transformative Healthcare in South Carolina (ADAPT) (https://scepscor.org/adapt-in-sc- overview/ ). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field by the start date of employment, an outstanding research record, a commitment to effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching. 

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. 

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. 

The Department of Mathematics (https://www.math.sc.edu/), located in the heart of the historic UofSC Columbia campus, currently has 31 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 13 full-time instructors, 57 graduate students, and about 200 undergraduate majors. Faculty research interests include algebra, algebraic geometry, analysis, applied and computational mathematics, constructive approximation, data science, discrete mathematics, geometry, mathematical biology, mathematical education, and number theory. The University also hosts an honors college recently ranked as the nation's best among public school’s honors programs, with which the candidate will have the opportunity to work. 

The University of South Carolina is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. 

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at  https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/175114. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, and (5) the name and contact information for four references. Reference letters must be submitted through Mathjobs. One of the four letters must address teaching ability. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Please address inquiries to Dr. Qi Wang at qwang@math.sc.edu.