Florida Atlantic University, Mathematics and Statistics

Position ID:

1552-APCRYPTO [#26978, REQ20879]

Position Title:

Assistant Professor, Cryptology

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Boca Raton, Florida 33431, United States of America

Subject Area:

Mathematics

Appl Deadline:

2025/12/01 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2025/09/05, listed until 2025/12/01)

Position Description:

Position Summary:

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in cryptology, starting in August 2026.

Strong candidates in all areas of cryptology will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with several broad areas of interest in the mathematics of cybersecurity including, but not limited to, symmetric and public-key cryptography, post-quantum cryptography, quantum algorithms in cryptography, or a closely related area. Responsibilities for this position will be research, teaching, and professional service. The successful candidate is expected to apply for and secure external research funding, and actively participate in interdisciplinary programs.

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics is a collegial and research-active department demonstrating excellence in teaching, research, and service. We are home to 26 tenure-track or tenured faculty members, 18 faculty members in non-tenure-track positions, and more than 40 graduate teaching/research assistants from diverse backgrounds. Our department has an established national and international reputation for research innovation through our Center for Cryptology and Information Security (CCIS). FAU is also recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense Research (CAE-R) since 2019. More information about the department can be found at: http://www.math.fau.edu/

Informal inquiries can be addressed to: Dr. Stephen C. Locke, Chair of the Search Committee, (lockes@fau.edu). Review of applications will begin November 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in mathematics or a closely related discipline at the time of application. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. Candidates should have a strong publication record commensurate with their experience, demonstrated potential for establishing programs of extramurally funded and independent research, and a clear promise of excellent instructional capacity. Candidates should be able to foster and create educational opportunities where all student populations thrive.

Salary: To be discussed with applicant.

College or Department: College of Science

Location: Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 2025/12/01

Special Instructions to Applicant: This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents: FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Transcripts: The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations: Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

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Contact: Dr. Stephen Locke

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: 777 Glades RD
Boca Raton, FL 33431

Web Page: http://www.math.fau.edu