T-track Assistant Professor Appointments in Mathematics for Fall 2027

Global Launch; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University’s Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in applied mathematics and mathematics, beginning in September 2027. Areas include Applied mathematics for Physical and Life Sciences, Combinatorics, Algebra/Number Theory, and Scientific computing.

The department offers a renowned scholarly environment, with strong ties to CDS, CS, and Data Science.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mathematics required.
• Applicants should demonstrate research excellence and potential for classroom leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in assigned mathematical areas.
• Teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students; contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage with interdisciplinary groups within Courant Institute and the broader NYU community.

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics

Job description

New York University: NYU - NY: Courant Institute School of Mathematics, Computing, and Data Science: Mathematics - NYU Courant Institute

Location

New York

Open Date

Sep 21, 2026

Description

The Department of Mathematics at the Courant Institute School for Mathematics, Computing, and Data Science is calling for applications for Assistant Professor positions in applied mathematics and mathematics, beginning in September 2027. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, Applied mathematics for Physical and Life Sciences, Combinatorics, Algebra/Number Theory, and Scientific computing.

The Courant Institute School's Math Department offers an outstanding scholarly environment for mathematical and interdisciplinary research. It has a long and world-renowned tradition in both pure and applied mathematics and in bridging between them. Mathematics at Courant benefits from the proximity and interdisciplinarity of the school's Computer Science and Data Science (CDS) departments.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position (Assistant Professor) is $100,000 - $150,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market and organization considerations.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

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