Math Dept Jobs

Southern Methodist University
Dedman College
Department of Mathematics 

 

Postdoctoral Positions in Numerical Methods for Fusion Energy

Position Nos. 00054983 and 00054984. 

The Southern Methodist University Department of Mathematics is searching for candidates for two postdoctoral positions to join the group of Prof. Daniel Reynolds (https://people.smu.edu/dreynolds).  Research topics will focus on the development and implementation of advanced time integration methods for large-scale simulations in fusion energy.

Qualifications: candidates must have a PhD with expertise in one or more of high-performance computing, numerical analysis, and simulation of differential equations.   We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women and underrepresented minorities.

Compensation: $70,000/year. Benefits include health insurance and 403b retirement plan. The initial appointment is for 1 year, and is renewable annually up to 4 years based upon a satisfactory annual performance review.

To apply: applications must be submitted via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/130840) and should include a current CV and a brief letter listing the contact information for two references, and summarizing your PhD thesis topic, research qualifications, and interest in the position.

Application deadline: review of applications will begin immediately. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by September 18, but applications will continue to be considered until the positions are filled. Applicants will be notified of the employment decision after the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

 

Postdoctoral Researchers in Machine Learning / Data Science for Complex Systems

Southern Methodist University is seeking two postdoctoral researchers to work with the Research Training Group, "RTG: Modeling and Computations for Complex Systems at Southern Methodist University”, funded by the National Science Foundation.  Postdocs will work on research topics that center in the general field of Complex Systems. We are particularly interested in young scholars who have expertise in Machine Learning and/or Data Science. We anticipate RTG postdoctoral fellows to work with SMU mathematicians and scientists in other disciplines.

Only US Citizens, nationals and permanent residents are eligible for these positions. Candidates with a background in computational and/or applied mathematics are encouraged to apply; preference will be given to those with expertise in ML/DS. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women and underrepresented minorities. Applicants should write a short statement indicating their research interests, highlighting their previous work in ML/DS, and explaining how their research fits into the theme of Complex systems.

In addition to research, postdoctoral scholars will teach from 1 to 2 courses per year and assist in running a 2-week summer school for undergrad and graduate students. The appointments will be for one year will a high likelihood of being extended to two years based on performance. Preference is for a start in Fall 2023, but we have a flexible start date and will keep the search open until we fill the positions.

To apply: send your current CV and your statement of research interests by email to math@smu.edu with the subject line “RTG postdoc”.  Please contact Alejandro Aceves at any time at aaceves@smu.edu for more details.

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.