Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor
About The Position
The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a full-time Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor position. 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.
Requirements
- Must have received or completed the requirements for a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics on or after January 1, 2025
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate lecture courses each semester
- Conduct research in collaboration with a faculty mentor
- Pursue research that aligns with the department’s research programs
- Engage in interdisciplinary research and collaboration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
