Assistant Professor

Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics at Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Combinatorial Algebraic Geometry. The successful candidate will have a strong background in algebraic geometry, algebraic combinatorics, geometric representation theory, or related areas. Research interests may include, but are not limited to, classical and quantum Schubert calculus, toric and tropical geometry, and combinatorial Hodge theory. This position builds on our existing strengths in algebraic combinatorics and will expand our presence in areas of algebraic geometry where combinatorial structures and computational methods play a central role. The hire will also contribute to our long-term goal of strengthening and broadening the department’s research profile in geometry and topology. Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor of Mathematics is anticipated; however, exceptional candidates may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Mathematics. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a distinguished research program and to provide effective instruction and advising to a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students. Additional responsibilities include travel to attend conferences and meetings, as well as service to the department, college, university and professional community. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research, curriculum development, or outreach initiatives with other members of the Virginia Tech faculty. Virginia Tech is committed to supporting the success of its faculty members through policies that include the modification of duties, the extension of tenure clocks, mentoring, proposal-writing guidance, and dual-career accommodations, depending on individual circumstances. The person appointed will have the following responsibilities: - the development and maintenance of a distinguished research program with the potential for interdisciplinary impact; - the continuing development of their own scholarly activities, professional capabilities, and service to the profession; - active and effective participation in undergraduate and graduate instruction and student mentoring; - active and effective participation in department and university administrative governance; and - adherence to the responsibilities of the faculty as described by the faculty handbook.

Requirements

Hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field by the time of appointment.
Have an active research program in combinatorial algebraic geometry, broadly construed.
Have a strong background in algebraic geometry, algebraic combinatorics, geometric representation theory, or related areas.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of a strong research record, including successful postdoctoral experience.
A record of achievement, as might be demonstrated during a postdoctoral or previous faculty appointment.
A research program which draws on topics from algebraic geometry, algebraic combinatorics, Schubert Calculus, toric and tropical geometry, and related areas.
Vision, creativity, and leadership skills relevant to research, instruction, and/or mentoring.
Demonstrated effectiveness or interest and potential in undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Responsibilities

Establish a distinguished research program.
Provide effective instruction and advising to undergraduate and graduate students.
Travel to attend conferences and meetings.
Provide service to the department, college, university, and professional community.
Engage in interdisciplinary research, curriculum development, or outreach initiatives.
Develop and maintain a distinguished research program with the potential for interdisciplinary impact.
Continue developing scholarly activities, professional capabilities, and service to the profession.
Actively and effectively participate in undergraduate and graduate instruction and student mentoring.
Actively and effectively participate in department and university administrative governance.
Adhere to the responsibilities of the faculty as described by the faculty handbook.