Job Summary
The successful applicants will pursue and participate in scientific machine learning research leading to publications in top journals. They will also be expected to contribute to the mentoring of graduate students working on related projects. There will also be opportunities for teaching applied math courses. Priority will be given to applicants with research skills in one or more of the following areas: data-driven modeling, equation learning, weak form-based methods, reduced order modeling, closure modeling, model selection, multi-scale modeling, and sparse regression. Potential application areas include cyanobacteria photosynthesis, mathematical epidemiology, collective cell migration, wound healing, aging, and mitochondrial dynamics as well as other non-biological fields. The position(s) would start in August 2027.
For more information about the group, please see: https://www.colorado.edu/lab/bortzdukic
Please direct all questions about the position to Prof. Bortz (david.bortz@colorado.edu)
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Department of Applied Mathematics has its origins in the turn of the 20th century, and evolved out of the Department of Engineering Mathematics. The department teaches thousands of students and has a major research presence in computational and physical/biological mathematics and the statistical sciences. The faculty is composed of 20 tenured or tenure track faculty and 12 full time instructors. In addition, the department is home to more than 140 graduate students including approximately 60 PhD students, about 160 applied math majors, 230 statistics and data science majors, a large number of minors and a thriving BS-MS program.
The department strives to be a leading program of applied mathematics. Our faculty have won numerous awards including: four fellows of the Society of Industrial and Applied Mathematics, two fellows of the American Mathematical Society, two American Statistical Association Fellows, two Sloan Fellows, two National Science Foundation CAREER awards, a Mathematical Association of America Distinguishing Teaching Award, a National Society of Professional Engineers—Colorado Educator of the Year Award, a CU-Boulder Hazel Barnes Prize, a University of Colorado Distinguished Professor, and winners of numerous CU-Boulder faculty awards.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Pursue and participate in scientific machine learning research leading to publications in top journals. They will also be expected to contribute to the mentoring of graduate students working on related projects.
What We Can Offer
$75,000-$85,000 per year depending on education and experience.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
PhD in Applied Mathematics or a related field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, etc.)
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Research Statement
During the application process you will be asked to provide contact information for three references that will be asked to provide letters of recommendation immediately after you apply. Please note one of your letters must address teaching.
For consideration, please apply by November 20, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: David Bortz
Posting Contact Email: David.Bortz@colorado.edu
