Tenure-Track Faculty 2026-2027 - #Faculty

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dual career programs

Total rewards package

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University invites applications for tenured or tenure-track faculty positions in all areas of the Mathematical Sciences within the Data Science and AI Institute (DSAI). A joint appointment with another department is possible, with a tenure home in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics.

The candidate will build a renowned research program, contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and engage in interdisciplinary collaborations across Johns Hopkins

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields.
• Strong research record with multidisciplinary and international recognition.

Responsibilities

• Establish a strong, independent research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses with excellence.
• Collaborate across Johns Hopkins institutes and departments.

Skills

Data science

Machine learning

Artificial intelligence

Education

Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or Statistics

Job description

Johns Hopkins University has made a major new investment (https://engineering.jhu.edu/news/major-investment-in-the-power-promise-of-data-science-artificial-intelligence/) in Data Science and AI. The investment will add 150 new faculty positions, including 30 Bloomberg Distinguished Professorships. The University has established the Data Science and AI Institute (https://ai.jhu.edu/) (DSAI Institute). A new half-million square foot building (https://jhfre.jhu.edu/capital-projects/projects/) is being constructed and an unparalleled computational infrastructure (https://ai.jhu.edu/about/compute-infrastructure/) is now operational . This expansion will establish Johns Hopkins as one of the largest and leading engineering schools with a top AI research program. The expansion will double the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics from 20 full-time regular faculty in 2023 to 40 by 2028.

This search is to fill faculty positions in the DSAI Institute. We invite applications for tenured or tenure-track faculty positions in all areas of the Mathematical Sciences. Preference will be given to candidates whose research has made an impact on data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Outstanding candidates at all academic ranks will be considered. The successful candidate will have a tenure home in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics. A joint appointment with another department is also possible. We anticipate making multiple offers.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields, and will be expected to establish a strong, independent, multidisciplinary, and internationally recognized research program. Commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students is expected.

At Johns Hopkins, we value interdisciplinary collaboration. Faculty at the Whiting School of Engineering are united by a shared commitment to scientific discovery, teaching excellence, and transformative knowledge that contributes to the betterment of society. Successful candidates will find rich opportunities to engage with colleagues across the University, including the Data Science and AI Institute, the Mathematical Institute for Data Science, the SNF Agora Institute, the Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory.

The expected salary range for this position is: Assistant Professors $160k-$200k, Associate Professors $180k-$250k, Full Professors $220k-$450k, for 12-month FTE. The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will be based on factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate - e.g., years in rank, training, field, discipline, other work experience, and other similar factors; geographic location; internal equity; external market conditions; and other factors as reasonably determined by the University.

We offer dual career programs that support spousal/partner placement within the university and the broader Baltimore/Washington area.

Electronic applications should include a cover letter describing the principal expertise of the applicant, a statement of teaching interests, a statement of research interests, a complete resume, and a publication list. Applications at the Assistant Professor level should also include at least three reference letters. Applications at the Associate or Full Professor levels need not include reference letters or names at this stage.

Applications submitted by December 1, 2026, will receive full consideration. The department will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2026 and may take early action to schedule fall semester interviews.

Salary: $160,000 - $450,000

Salary Range

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

Total Rewards

Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors or demographic characteristics that are irrelevant to the program involved.

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Background Checks

After receiving a conditional offer, the successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check including education verification. When deciding whether a candidate's conviction history is job-disqualifying, the University considers the nature and gravity of the offense, the time that has passed since the conviction, and the nature of the job being sought.

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine.

Exceptions to the seasonal flu vaccine or COVID-19 vaccine (for SOM) requirement(s) may be provided to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs or medical conditions that preclude them from receiving the vaccine. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional vaccine requirements may apply, depending upon your campus. Please contact the hiring department for more information.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those candidates who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Job Type: Full Time