Assistant Professor

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - Department of Mathematics (Oliver T Dasbach (00010459))

   

Work Location:

0303 S.L. Lockett Hall

   

Pay Grade:

   

Job Description:

The Department of Mathematics is seeking applications to fill one tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level in the general areas of Applied Mathematics (e.g., Applied Analysis, Applied Combinatorics, Control Theory, Optimization, Mathematics of Materials Science, Probability Theory, Mathematical Data Science, Scientific Computation, Numerical Analysis). Preference will be given to candidates with research application in the LSU Strategic Pentagon Priorities: Agriculture, Biotech, Coast, Defense and Cyber Security, and Energy. The positions will begin in the fall semester of 2025.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Professor performs research in mathematics of a nature and quality leading to publication of papers in research journals and/or advanced level books; maintains expertise; teaches mathematics at all university levels in a manner that is in keeping with departmental policy; participates in other educational and professional tasks of the department and university.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the mathematical sciences or a closely related field. A.B.D. candidates will be considered as long as the degree is conferred by August 15, 2025.

Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of academic experience beyond doctorate; research excellence as well as commitment to graduate and undergraduate education; outstanding candidates with research interests in general areas of applied mathematics.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check. We will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2024, and will continue to review applications until the positions are filled..

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

In their application materials, candidates should include a written statement statement on research and a statement on teaching philosophy. A copy of your transcript may be attached to your application (if available); however, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please have four or more letters of recommendation e-mailed to profjobs@math.lsu.edu.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Department of Mathematics at profjobs@math.lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

October 14, 2024

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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