Assistant/Associate Professor in Mathematical Sciences

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a tenure-track position in mathematics with expertise in image analysis. The appointment may be at the assistant or associate professor level, beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will build a productive research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and direct M.S.

theses and Ph.D. dissertations. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a mathematical, computational, or data science related field.
• Postdoctoral experience.
• Capacity to secure extramural funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop productive research programs, mentor and teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and direct M.S. theses and Ph.D. dissertations.
• Collaborate across interdisciplinary programs within the university.

Job description

Location: El Paso, TX Category: Science Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

The Department of Mathematical Sciences consists of 28 tenured and tenure-track faculty members with strong expertise in the areas of algebra and combinatorics, fixed point theory, statistics, bioinformatics, computational science, topology, data science applied mathematics and mathematics/statistics education. Notable accomplishments of the productive faculty include publication of high-impact peer-reviewed manuscripts and annual research expenditures of $1.2M. A major addition to Department's programs is the Data Science PhD program which launched in 2021 and has already produced graduates. The Department also contributes to interdisciplinary programs across the University including the Bioinformatics and Computational Science graduate programs in the College of Science.

More information is available at the Department of Mathematical Sciences' website: https://www.utep.edu/science/math/.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is seeking a mathematical scientist with expertise and experience in image analysis for a tenure track assistant/associate professor position. Successful candidates are expected to develop productive research programs, mentor and teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and to direct M.S. theses and Ph.D. dissertations. Candidates with experience in industry and/or applied interdisciplinary research projects are encouraged to apply. Anticipated start date is fall 2027.

Job Requirements

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a mathematical, computational, or data science related field, postdoctoral experience, a strong record of research accomplishments, and the capacity to secure extramural funding.

Additional Information

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at [phone], by email at [e-mail], or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

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