Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The major purpose of this position is to design and conduct advanced applied mathematics research to develop, analyze, and implement quantitative methods and models that advance the institution’s scientific and strategic goals.

Job Description

• Conduct theoretical and applied research in applied mathematics.

• Develop, write, and contribute to grant proposals to secure external and internal research funding.

• Initiate and maintain collaborative research projects with internal and external investigators.

• Supervise and mentor postdoctoral researchers and students involved in related research activities.

• Develop course syllabi and related instructional materials in applied mathematics.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the research and academic mission of the institution.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily works in a standard office and/or research computing environment with typical physical demands (prolonged periods of sitting, keyboard and computer use, reading, and screen time).

• Occasional evening or weekend hours to meet deadlines, support grant submissions, or attend events. 

• Occasional travel to conferences, collaborator sites, or professional meetings to present research and develop collaborations.

• No unusual physical demands; minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Laboratory Operations (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of applied mathematics and proficiency with relevant computational tools and programming languages to design, analyze, and implement mathematical models. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical material clearly and to prepare high‑quality publications and grant proposals.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations

Grade

R10

Salary Range

$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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