Illinois Institute of Technology, Department of Applied Mathematics
Position ID:
Position Title:
Open Rank Faculty
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Chicago, Illinois 60616, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Research & Teaching in applied analysis, computational mathematics, data science, discrete mathematics, financial mathematics, stochastics and statistics
Appl Deadline:
none (posted 2024/10/09)
Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Applied Mathematics at Illinois Institute of Technology invites applications for
tenure-track or tenured open rank faculty positions beginning in August 2025. Preference will be
given to candidates whose expertise aligns and strengthens the research of the Department.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate must have a PhD degree in mathematics,
statistics, or a closely related discipline. Candidates must also have demonstrated the potential
for outstanding, externally fundable research and be dedicated to excellent teaching.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Applied Mathematics, in the College of
Computing, has 15 tenured/tenure-track faculty, and constitutes a vibrant research hub where
faculty members conduct research in many areas of mathematics and statistics with a wide
range of applications. Our research is funded by various government agencies and private
companies. The new hire is expected to bolster our ongoing research and teaching in applied
analysis, computational mathematics, data science, discrete mathematics, financial
mathematics, stochastics, and statistics.
The Department of Applied Mathematics is the only mathematics/statistics department at Illinois
Tech that offers BS through PhD degrees, including a nationally ranked Master of Data Science
in partnership with the Department of Computer Science. We teach mathematics, statistics, and
data science to nearly all undergraduate students at Illinois Tech and many graduate students
as well.
More details about the department can be found at https://www.iit.edu/applied-math.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTION: Illinois Institute of Technology is a private, Ph.D.-granting research
university with world-renowned programs in architecture, engineering, computing, the sciences,
humanities and social sciences, psychology, business, law, and design. It is ranked #1 in Illinois and #23
nationally in the Wall Street Journal's "America's Best Colleges 2024." Founded in 1890, Illinois Tech was
built to provide access to higher education for students from all backgrounds and to make a difference
in the world through technology-oriented education. This guiding mission and purpose – where students
could prepare for meaningful roles in a changing society and achieve professional and economic
advancement – remains just as relevant today. As such, diversity and inclusion are part of the day-to-day
experience here and a central component of our culture. Illinois Institute of Technology today is home
to a diverse and global student population; is committed to providing opportunities to enhance the
diversity of its faculty and staff; and strongly encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply for
this position, especially those underrepresented in the field.
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit the following through www.MathJobs.org:
i) a cover letter expressing your interest in the position and highlighting how you can
contribute to our departmental mission;
ii) curriculum vitae;
iii) succinct teaching and research statements;
iv) a succinct statement on the candidate’s commitment to equity and inclusion in
education—this statement should address specific past and/or potential contributions to the
equitable and inclusive delivery of academic instruction and support to and research mentorship
of students from a diverse background of countries, cultures and socioeconomic conditions;
v) at least four confidential reference letters (one addressing teaching effectiveness).
Questions regarding this position may be addressed to: Prof. Chun Liu, Chair, Department of
Applied Mathematics, amsearch@math.iit.edu, (312) 567-8983.
Applications will be reviewed starting early December 2024, and on a continuing basis until the
positions are filled.
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer committed
to enhancing excellence, equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Illinois Institute of
Technology is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from
individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, creed,
national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran,
sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, genetic
information, and any other protected class. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for
employment.
Application Materials Required:
- Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Diversity Statement
- Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
- And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
312-567-8983
Department of Applied Mathematics
Illinois Institute of Technology
Room 208, Building E1
Chicago, IL 60616
Illinois Institute of Technology
Room 208, Building E1
Chicago, IL 60616