Assistant Professor - Data-driven Modeling and Simulation of Complex Systems
Posting Number: FAC00179PO23
Advertised Title: Assistant Professor - Data-driven Modeling and Simulation of Complex Systems
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: CAS Mathematics
Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 40
Position Category: Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis: 9 months
Work County: Richland
Tenure Information: Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category: Faculty
About University of South Carolina
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Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Department of Mathematics at the University of South Carolina is inviting applications for a 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor position in data-driven modeling and simulation of complex systems. The candidate is expected to contribute to synergistically bridging important developments in emerging mathematical foundations in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and numerical simulation of complex systems. A successful candidate is expected to teach at all levels in the Department of Mathematics, and to participate actively in the state-wide NSF-funded EPSCOR project on AI-enabled Devices for the Advancement of Personalized and Transformative Healthcare in South Carolina.
Required Education and Experience
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mathematics by the start date of employment, an outstanding research record, a commitment to effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Mathematics
Desired Start Date
08/16/2024
Job Open Date
10/03/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
All applicants must apply at USCJobs at (https://uscjobs.sc.edu) as well as via MathJobs at (https://www.mathjobs.org). A completed application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of research plans, and statement of teaching philosophy. In addition, four letters of recommendation should be made available through MathJobs. One of the letters should appraise the candidate’s teaching ability.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/154173
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Supplemental Questions
APPLICANT DOCUMENTS
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement
- Research Statement
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3