Job Openings
Two-Year Postdoctoral Position, Fall 2024
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY Department of Mathematics invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position beginning fall 2024, pending budget approval. The teaching commitment is four semester courses per year. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field, demonstrate potential for excellence in research, and display a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching. Candidates in all areas of pure and applied mathematics will be considered. First consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 2024.
Brandeis University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating equitable access and opportunities for applicants to all employment positions. Because diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of Brandeis’ history and mission, we value and are seeking candidates that represent a variety of social identities, including those that have been underrepresented in higher education, who possess skills that spark innovation, and who, through their scholarly pursuits, teaching, and/or service experiences, bring expertise in building, engaging and sustaining a pluralistic, just, and inclusive campus community.
Applications should include an AMS coversheet, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, a research statement, a list of publications and four letters of recommendation, one of which addresses teaching effectiveness. Applications should be submitted through MathJobs.org. Because Brandeis is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of faculty effort, applicants should address at least one of these values in their cover letter and/or teaching statement. Information about how candidates’ experiences, interests, commitments or future goals could promote and build diversity, equity, and inclusion at the department and institutional level would also be welcome.
Job Application Link: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/24012
One-Year Lecturer Positions (two positions), Fall 2024
BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY Department of Mathematics invites applications for two 1-year lecturer positions beginning fall 2024. The teaching commitment is four semester courses during the year. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field, demonstrate potential for excellence in research, and display a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching. Candidates in all areas of pure and applied mathematics will be considered.
First consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 2024.
Brandeis University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating equitable access and opportunities for applicants to all employment positions. Because diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of Brandeis’ history and mission, we value and are seeking candidates that represent a variety of social identities, including those that have been underrepresented in higher education, who possess skills that spark innovation, and who, through their scholarly pursuits, teaching, and/or service experiences, bring expertise in building, engaging and sustaining a pluralistic, just, and inclusive campus community.
Applications should be submitted through Workday, and should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, a list of publications, a draft course syllabus, and names and contact information for two references. Because Brandeis is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of faculty effort, applicants should address at least one of these values in their cover letter and/or teaching statement. Information about how candidates’ experiences, interests, commitments or future goals could promote and build diversity, equity, and inclusion at the department and institutional level would also be welcome.
Closing Statement
Brandeis University is committed to providing its students, faculty and staff with an environment conducive to learning and working and where all people are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, caste, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or Massachusetts law.
Job Application Link: https://brandeis.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Jobs/jobs/details/Lecturer-in-Mathematics_R0009480
Postdoctoral Fellow Position with Professor Yangyang Wang
A postdoctoral fellow position is available at Brandeis University Department of Mathematics (https://www.brandeis.edu/mathematics/) to work with Dr. Yangyang Wang on dynamical systems and computational neuroscience. The position is for up to 3 years, contingent on yearly reappointment based on satisfactory progress, with a competitive salary and benefits package. First consideration will be given to applications received by 2023/12/31. However, application review will continue until the position is filled.
Research topics include (but are not limited to) multiple timescale and network dynamics in biology with a focus on modeling of neural networks and investigating impact of neuromodulators on their properties. Modeling projects will involve close collaborations with experimentalists and analysis of neural recordings.
The postdoctoral fellow will be able to participate in the vibrant academic life at Brandeis and in the Boston area, obtain mentoring experience, and has a potential for teaching opportunities if they are interested. The successful applicant will join Department of Mathematics at Brandeis University and have strong ties to Neuroscience Program (https://www.brandeis.edu/neuroscience/index.html). The start date is negotiable.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field, including computational neuroscience, physics or engineering, prior to the start of appointment. Competitive candidates should have a strong background in dynamical systems and computational neuroscience, and be familiar with computational programming. Applicants with experience in data-driven modeling are especially encouraged to apply.
Applications should be submitted through MathJobs.org, and should consist of: (1) a cover letter that briefly comments on fit for the position; (2) CV; (3) research statement; (4) at least two letters of recommendation.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Yangyang Wang (yangyangwang@brandeis.edu)
Brandeis is a thriving, medium-sized university, ideally located in Waltham, which is a convenient twenty minutes from Boston — a hub of innovation and higher education. At Brandeis, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential components of academic excellence. Brandeis University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating equitable access and opportunities for applicants to all employment positions. Because diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of Brandeis’ history and mission, we value and are seeking candidates that represent a variety of social identities, including those that have been underrepresented in higher education, who possess skills that spark innovation, and who, through their scholarly pursuits, teaching, and/or service experiences, bring expertise in building, engaging, and sustaining a pluralistic, just, and inclusive campus community.
Job application link: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/23931