The Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics (ACMS) in the College of Science at the University of Notre Dame is accepting applications for one or more positions as an endowed chair professor which are expected to be filled this year. A successful candidate will be an internationally recognized scholar in an area of applied and computational mathematics and statistics with an outstanding record of success. Candidates must have a research program that is driving breakthroughs and advances in their area, and should be a leader in furthering the research, teaching, and service missions of ACMS and the University of Notre Dame. 

ACMS includes research groups in applied mathematics, statistics, and computational science involving various multi-disciplinary collaborations. ACMS offers a Bachelor of Science, a doctoral degree, a research master’s degree, and a professional master’s degree. Position duties include conducting research, teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, and engaging in service. The teaching load in ACMS is competitive and the position is expected to begin in August 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting on October 15, 2025 and will continue until all positions are filled. For more details about ACMS, please see https://acms.nd.edu.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree conferred in applied mathematics, mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field together with a distinguished record of research, teaching, and service that qualifies for appointment in an endowed professorship at the rank of full professor with tenure.

Application Instructions:

Applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and names and contact information for at least three references, should be submitted through the Interfolio system. Note that references will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate. 

Questions may be addressed to the ACMS Department Chair Jonathan Hauenstein at hauenstein@nd.edu.  

Interested candidates should submit the following materials via the Interfolio system at https://apply.interfolio.com/173453

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. 

Background Check 

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.