University of Houston, Department of Mathematics

Position ID:
370-FAC003625 [#25643, FAC003625]
Position Title:
Assistant Professor- Applied Mathematics with Focus on Mathematical Biology or Medicine
Position Location:
Houston, Texas 77204, United States of America
Subject Area:
Applied Mathematics with Focus on Mathematical Biology or Medicine
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2024/10/23, listed until 2025/04/23)
Position Description:
   

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Position Description

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics invites applications from candidates working in Applied Mathematics with Focus on Mathematical Biology or Medicine for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2025.

We are interested in someone with expertise in areas identified as critical to research at UH, including modeling, computations, and analysis with applications in biology and medicine. Possible directions include: stochastic analysis, PDEs and kinetic theory, probability, and modeling and analysis of dynamics. This recruitment will also advance our educational mission and foster closer interaction and productive collaborations with the UH Medical School, UH Biology and Bioengineering, the UH/HP Data Science Institute, and the larger community in the Texas Medical Center in Houston.

The Department of Mathematics is seeking outstanding candidates with the potential for exceptional research, excellence in teaching, and a commitment to enhancing our university in all aspects of academic life.

To be considered for the position, candidates must complete an application through the official job posting site for the University of Houston. https://careers.uh.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-applied-mathematics-with-focus-on-mathematical-biology-or-medicine-houston-texas-united-states

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application: ● Cover Letter ● Curriculum Vitae ● Research Statement ● Statement of Teaching Philosophy ● Name and Contact Information for four references, one of which addresses teaching (letters to be submitted by the reference writers)

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.

The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact the search committee chair: Dr. Ilya Timofeyev (itimofey@central.uh.edu)

Qualifications: A minimum requirement for this position is a PhD in Mathematics, or a related field.

Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates. All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal background check. Required Attachments by Candidate: Resume, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, Unofficial Transcripts

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Publication list
  • Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://careers.uh.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-applied-mathematics-with-focus-on-mathematical-biology-or-medicine-houston-texas-united-states
email address
 
Department of Mathematics
University of Houston
4800 Calhoun
Houston, TX 77204-3008