Tenure-Track Position in Mathematical Sciences

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed academic institution is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mathematical Sciences, focusing on optimization and AI. This role offers the opportunity to enhance interdisciplinary connections and contribute to a diverse academic community. Candidates with expertise in high-dimensional probability, optimization, and computer-assisted mathematics are encouraged to apply. You will be part of a vibrant department committed to fostering diversity and excellence in research, teaching, and service. This is a unique chance to influence the future of mathematics and its applications in AI and machine learning.

Qualifications

• Research expertise in mathematics with ties to AI and machine learning.
• Experience in mentoring students and advancing interdisciplinary endeavors.

Responsibilities

• Engage in research in optimization and machine learning.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring students in mathematical sciences.

Skills

Mathematics of Optimization

Machine Learning

AI for Mathematics

High-Dimensional Probability

Computer-Assisted Mathematics

Education

PhD in Mathematics or related field

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University: Mellon College of Science: Mathematical Sciences

Location

Pittsburgh

Open Date

Sep 11, 2024

Description

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a tenure-track position to begin September 1, 2025. The position is intended at Assistant Professor level, but exceptional candidates of any rank may be considered. This search will focus on the areas of mathematics of optimization, mathematical foundations of machine learning and AI, and AI for mathematics, broadly construed. Through this appointment the Department hopes to enhance our existing connections with the School of Computer Science, the Department of Statistics and Data Science, the Tepper School of Business, or the Hoskinson Center for Formal Mathematics or develop new connections.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with research expertise in the areas of mathematics with ties to AI and machine learning including high-dimensional probability and analysis, optimization, and computer-assisted mathematics, including the use of proof assistants. Demonstrated experience in mentoring students is desirable. Interest in advancing interdisciplinary endeavors is valued.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences is committed to increasing the diversity of its community on a range of intellectual and cultural dimensions and is part of a College and University that is proactive to include more members of historically under-represented groups. We seek candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic
community.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit all materials electronically through Interfolio and MathJobs. This includes a cover letter, curriculum vita, list of publications, a statement describing current and planned research, a teaching statement, and a statement describing how, through their research, teaching and/or service,
they plan to contribute to and foster diversity and inclusion in mathematics. Candidates should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation that will be solicited through MathJobs.

The review applications will begin on November 1, 2024. However, applications may be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

CMU seeks to meet the needs of dual-career couples and is a member of the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) that assists with dual-career searches.