Department: Mathematics
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Description
The Department of Mathematics in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics invites applications from candidates working in Analysis, with focus on Quantum Information Theory for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2027.
We are interested in someone with expertise in Analysis, with focus on applications in Quantum Communications and Quantum Computing. Potential research themes include quantum channels and entropies, operator-space and random matrix methods in quantum information theory, quantum Markov semigroups and functional inequalities, quantum many-body systems, quantum error correction, nonlocal games, semidefinite programming, quantum convexity, free probability, and the geometry of quantum correlations. The successful candidate is expected to create synergies with existing Mathematics faculty and with the Departments of Computer Science and Physics.
The Department of Mathematics is seeking outstanding candidates with the potential for exceptional research, excellence in teaching, and a commitment to enhancing our university in all aspects of academic life.
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To be considered for the position, candidates must complete an application through the official job posting site for the University of Houston. https://uh.edu/careers
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Name and Contact Information for four references, one of which addresses teaching (letters to be submitted by the reference writers)
Contact the search committee chair: Dr. Anna Vershynina (avershyn@central.uh.edu)
The evaluation of candidates will start on December 1, 2026. Applications even after this date are encouraged and will be considered until the position is filled.
Qualifications
A minimum requirement for this position is a PhD in Mathematics or a related field.
Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.
Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
