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Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Mathematical Sciences at Arizona State University Arizona State University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Data Science
Funding
This is a full-time academic-year, benefits-eligible postdoctoral position, renewable annually through spring 2030 contingent on satisfactory performance, resource availability, and university needs. No salary or stipend amount is specified.
Deadline
Dec 2, 2026
Country
United States
University
Arizona State University
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Arizona State University’s School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences invites applications for full-time, benefits-eligible Postdoctoral Research Scholar positions on the Tempe Campus in Tempe, Arizona. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027, with annual renewal possible through spring 2030 based on performance, available resources, and institutional needs.
The postdoctoral scholar will conduct research in the mathematical sciences and teach three courses per year. Research areas represented in the School include analysis, combinatorics, computational mathematics, differential equations, dynamical systems, geometry, graph theory, mathematical biology, mathematics education, number theory, probability, and statistics. Interdisciplinary collaboration is available across Arizona State University, including with engineering, earth and space exploration, geographical sciences and urban planning, health, sustainability, data science, and high-performance computing initiatives.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a closely related field by the appointment date and must be within five years of Ph.D. receipt. Candidates should show potential for excellence in research and teaching. Preferred applicants will have research interests overlapping with current SoMSS faculty and a commitment to ASU’s inclusive institutional mission.
Applications are due December 2, 2026, although later applications may be reviewed for a rolling reserve pool. Submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and four recommendation letters through Interfolio.
Funding details
This is a full-time academic-year, benefits-eligible postdoctoral position, renewable annually through spring 2030 contingent on satisfactory performance, resource availability, and university needs. No salary or stipend amount is specified.
What's required
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a closely related area by the time of appointment and must be within five years of receiving the Ph.D. for initial appointment and renewals. Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence in research and teaching relative to career level. Preferred qualifications include a documented research record aligned with the interests of current faculty or faculty groups and a commitment to working with faculty, staff, students, and communities to advance the ASU Charter. Application materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and four recommendation letters, including one addressing teaching qualifications. A background check is required for employment.
How to apply
Create or use an Interfolio Dossier and submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and four recommendation letters, including one focused on teaching qualifications. Apply through the Interfolio application portal by December 2, 2026; applications may continue to be considered for a reserve pool on a rolling basis.
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