Immediately Need Assistant Professor in North Carolina

Job title: Assistant Professor
Company: University of North Carolina
Job description: The UNC-CH School of Data Science and Society and the Department of Mathematics invite applications for a joint Assistant Professor (tenure-track) position effective July 1, 2024. This search focuses on candidates with expertise at the intersection of applied mathematics and data science. We welcome candidates that develop and apply expertise in data-driven mathematical modeling and computation in diverse areas (e.g., biology, chemistry, engineering, fluid mechanics, medicine, physics). The data-driven emphasis aims to incorporate computational data-science tools such as mechanistic AI and machine learning, optimization, geometric data analysis, network science, imaging, mathematical modeling, solutions of inverse problems, etc. Priority will be on candidates whose work both develops core data science and applied mathematics machinery and establishes interdisciplinary collaborations across the UNC campus. Duties of this position will include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, service, mentoring students, and continued strong and independent research.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

A Ph.D. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field is required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Postdoctoral experience, outstanding research promise, and dedication to excellent teaching are expected.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions

Applicants must apply online at . In addition to the information requested by the UNC website, applicants should post the following at www.mathjobs.org: (1) the AMS Standard Cover Sheet (online form), (2) a separate cover letter, (3) a curriculum vitae, (4) a research statement that includes a description of current research and a plan for future research, (5) a statement of teaching credentials and goals, and (6) four letters of recommendation: three research letters and one letter addressing teaching. Note that candidates must apply at both the UNC website and MathJobs in order to be considered for the position. The UNC website will request a list of references. Letters of recommendation only need to be uploaded to MathJobs.

Applications received by November 12th, 2023 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

For further information on the School of Data Science and Society, please visit our website at http://datascience.unc.edu. For further information on the Department of Mathematics, please visit our website at http://www.math.unc.edu. For further information about this position, please contact Professor Jeremy Marzuola at .

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Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Jeremy Louis Marzuola, Professor
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
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