Tufts University, Mathematics

Position ID:

Tufts-APPLIEDMATH [#28879]

Position Title:

Assistant Professor for Applied Math

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Medford, Massachusetts 02155, United States of America

Subject Area:

Applied or Computational Mathematics

Appl Deadline:

2026/11/01 23:59:59* (posted 2026/09/10, listed until 2026/11/27)

Position Description:

Applied Mathematics, Tenure-Track Position

Salary Range: $90,000 - $135,000

The Department of Mathematics at Tufts University invites applications for a tenure-track position in applied or computational mathematics, beginning Fall 2027. The position is at the assistant professor level. Research fields of interest include, but are not limited to, AI-driven mathematical methods, scientific computing using modern computational tools, probability, optimization, theoretical research with strong computational components, and more. The successful candidate will exhibit the potential to collaborate with colleagues in the department and across Tufts University.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field by the beginning of the appointment, have an active research program, show promise of outstanding research, and exhibit a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop and teach courses in mathematics, applied or computational mathematics, including, but not limited to, probability, mathematical data science, analysis, PDEs, optimization, and scientific computing at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applications should include a cover letter explaining their specific interest in Tufts, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and a Gen AI statement. The Gen AI statement is a detailed statement on the use of generative AI in every aspect of the applicant's research work, and in the preparation of the documents provided here. All application materials should be submitted electronically through https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs?joblst-112-28879.

In addition, applicants should arrange for four letters of recommendation, with one addressing teaching specifically, to be submitted electronically on their behalf through https://www.mathjobs.org. If a recommender cannot submit online, we will also accept signed PDF attachments sent to wendy.medeiros@tufts.edu or paper letters mailed to Applied Mathematics Search Committee Chair, Department of Mathematics, Tufts University, 177 College Ave., Medford, MA 02155. Questions about the position can be addressed to Sr. Department Administrator, Wendy Medeiros at wendy.medeiros@tufts.edu.

Preference will be given to applications received by November 1st, 2026; however, the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a background check.

Tufts University is committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation that reflects each candidate’s experience, expertise, responsibilities, and performance. The pay offered within the posted range will be determined based on a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the individual’s education and experience, discipline, rank, internal equity, and budgetary considerations. Ranges represent full-time 9- or 12- month base salaries.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tufts University, founded in 1852, prioritizes quality teaching, highly competitive basic and applied research, and a commitment to active citizenship locally, regionally, and globally. Tufts University has also committed to becoming an anti-racist institution and prides itself on the continuous improvement of diversity, equity and inclusion work. Current and prospective employees of the university are expected to have and continuously develop skills in, and disposition for, positively engaging with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.

Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. See the University’s Non-Discrimination statement and policy here https://oeo.tufts.edu/policies-procedures/non-discrimination/. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us by calling the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) at 617-627-3298 or at oeo@tufts.edu. Applicants can learn more about requesting reasonable accommodations at https://oeo.tufts.edu/

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
Teaching statement
Gen AI 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:

https://math.tufts.edu/

Applied Mathematics Search Committee Chair
Department of Mathematics
177 College Avenue
Medford, MA 02155