Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor in Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research www.cmor.rice.edu
Position Description
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for two full-time Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor positions. The initial appointment will be for two academic years and may be renewed for a third year. The term of appointment will begin on July 1, 2027.
Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructors will teach undergraduate lecture courses each semester and conduct research in collaboration with a faculty mentor. The Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position honors Professor Paul Pfeiffer (1917-2012), a founding member of the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research (CMOR). Candidates are expected to pursue research that aligns with the department’s research programs, with interdisciplinary research and collaboration strongly encouraged. The research supervisors for these positions are Dr. Sebastian Perez-Salazar and Dr. Lu Zhang.
About the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research offers an outstanding and collaborative research environment with world-class expertise in continuous optimization, numerical linear algebra, partial differential equations, inverse problems, and large-scale stochastic systems. The department’s core strengths span applied analysis, high-performance computing, numerical methods for differential equations, operations research, and optimization. Faculty apply these mathematical and computational strengths to important interdisciplinary challenges in areas including energy systems, medical imaging, neuroengineering, and climate modeling. Interdisciplinary research is a fundamental aspect of the department’s program, providing opportunities for postdoctoral instructors to collaborate with faculty across a broad range of mathematical, computational, and application areas.
About the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing
The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing at Rice University comprises nine academic departments and more than 20 engineering-related centers and institutes. Its teaching and research benefit from Rice’s collaborative environment and Houston’s strengths in energy, health care, medical research, space exploration, and technology.
About Rice University
Rice University is a private research university located in Houston, Texas. Rice provides a collaborative academic environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, mentorship, and interdisciplinary engagement.
Qualifications
Candidates must have received or completed the requirements for a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics on or after January 1, 2025, and have demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.
Application Instructions
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2027. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following through Interfolio:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae with a publication list
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Applicants should also arrange for three recommendation letters.
Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/193440
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
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