Department of Mathematics

Faculty Openings

Also see College of Science Openings

Positions Available

Assistant Professor of Mathematics (tenure track)

The Mathematics Department at Purdue University invites applications for appointments in mathematics at the level of tenure track assistant professor for August 2012. Appointments will be made based on demonstrated research and teaching qualifications. Ph.D. (or its equivalent) in mathematics or a closely related field is required. The target areas are geometry, analysis, and computational and applied mathematics, but outstanding candidates in all areas will be considered.

Duties: Conduct research in mathematics. Teach undergraduate and/or graduate mathematics courses.

Applications should be submitted online through www.mathjobs.org and should include

  1. the AMS cover sheet for academic employment,
  2. a curriculum vitae
  3. a research statement, and
  4. four letters of recommendation, one of which discusses the candidate’s teaching qualifications.
Reference letter writers should be asked to submit their letters online through www.mathjobs.org.

Direct all inquiries to goeke@math.purdue.edu. Applications are considered on a continuing basis but candidates are urged to apply by November 15, 2011. A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor

These three-year positions intended for recent Ph.D.s will commence August 2012 and are open to mathematicians who demonstrate exceptional research promise and a strong teaching record. Ph.D. by August 13, 2012 is required. Applicants should have research interests in common with Purdue faculty.

Applications should be submitted online through www.mathjobs.org and should include

  1. the AMS cover sheet for academic employment,
  2. a curriculum vitae,
  3. a research description, and
  4. three letters of recommendation, one of which discusses the candidate’s teaching qualifications.
Reference letter writers should be asked to submit their letters online through www.mathjobs.org.

Direct all inquiries to goeke@math.purdue.edu. Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2011 and continue until filled. Some offers will be made before the end of January 2012. A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. For more information about our department, see our website.