Iowa State University, Department of Mathematics

Position ID:
ISU-PT [#25985, PT]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Ames, Iowa 50011-2064, United States of America
Subject Area:
Probability Theory
Starting Date:
2025/08/16
Appl Deadline:
2024/12/31 11:59PMhelp popup filled (posted 2024/12/03, updated 2024/12/02, listed until 2025/06/02)
Position Description:
   

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Position Description

The Department of Mathematics at Iowa State University invites applications for two year postdoctoral position(s) with possible extension to a third year subject to availability of funding and satisfactory performance. The expected start date is August 16, 2025 and the end date is Jun 30, 2027. 

This opening is in probability theory, stochastic processes and their applications aligning with research interests of Prof. Ruoyu Wu. This includes stochastic analysis, interacting particle systems (on graphs), large deviations, queueing systems.

The position has a 2-1 teaching load and a requirement to be involved with mentoring undergraduate students in research through the Iowa State Math Research Teams (ISMaRT, https://sites.google.com/view/ismart-iastate). 

A complete application will consist of a cover letter, a current CV, a research statement, a teaching statement, and three references. All applications received by December 31st will receive full consideration. 


Required Minimum Qualifications:  
  • PhD in Mathematics or a closely related discipline obtained by appointment date. 

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Research interests in probability.
  • Experience teaching and mentoring of students.
Applications should also be submitted online at
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities are encouraged to apply.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Teaching statement
  • Three 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:
http://www.math.iastate.edu/
email address
515-294-0393
 
Search Committee
Department of Mathematics
396C Carver Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-2064