domingo, 6 de octubre de 2013

Assistant Professor in Probability

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Delaware invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in the broad area of Probability. The appointment is expected to start in Fall 2014.
We are seeking an outstanding scholar with a strong grounding in the full range of modern probability. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the potential to grow and maintain a world class research program that complements Department strengths in the area and to contribute to instruction in probability and stochastic processes at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The website  http://math.udel.edu/research/prob/ contains details on the research interests of the probability group and the courses usually offered. The successful candidate will also actively contribute to the growth of the graduate program in mathematics, and seek external funding.

Involvement in interdisciplinary research with scientists or engineers (e.g., in biology, biophysics, bioinformatics , chemical engineering, environmental sciences, machine learning, data analysis), will be highly encouraged.

Required qualifications for the position include a Ph.D. in probability or a related field, evidence of a significant, growing, research program with world-class potential, and a firm commitment to maintaining an integrated program of teaching and research. We are seeking individuals who dare to be first.

An innovative leader in research and teaching, the University of Delaware combines a rich historic legacy with a commitment to undergraduate education and the latest in advanced technology. With external funding exceeding $200 million, the University ranks among the top 100 universities in federal R&D support for science and engineering. Enhanced by state-of-the-art facilities, research is conducted across all seven colleges and numerous interdisciplinary institutes and centers. The main campus in Newark, Del.,
provides the amenities of a vibrant college town with convenient access to the major cities of the East Coast.

Applicants should first visit  http://www.udel.edu/udjobs and read the "Applicant Instructions" under the "Resources for Applicants" tab. At this website all applicants must upload a detailed letter of interest and curriculum vitae (in one document) when applying online for this position.

In addition candidates must use the website  http://www.MathJobs.org to submit a full online application including: a letter of interest; a statement on teaching philosophy; a research plan; a current curriculum vita; and four letters of reference, including one that focuses on teaching. All application materials shall be shared with the university faculty. If necessary, printed materials may be sent to:

Search Committee -Probability, Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716.


Review of applications will begin on *November 11, 2013* and will continue until the position is filled.


The Department of Mathematical Sciences is committed to developing a diverse workforce, and particularly welcomes applications from members of minority groups and from women. It has a 2+1 teaching load for research-active faculty, and active research groups in probability, applied mathematics, and discrete mathematics, which the successful candidate could interact with. More information about the Department is available on our website http://www.math.udel.edu


Employment offers will be conditioned upon successful completion of a criminal background check. A conviction will not necessarily exclude you from employment. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and members of minority groups. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found athttp://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

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