Tenure-Track Position - Computational Mathematics

Job Description

Tenure-Track Position – Computational Mathematics

University of Alberta



The Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of Alberta invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of computational mathematics. The start date of the position is July 1, 2025. We offer an excellent research environment with a normal teaching load of 2.5 courses per year. The successful candidate will establish their own research program, supervise graduate students, and teach mathematics at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

The Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, Faculty of Science, and University of Alberta are committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce, as documented in our Strategic Plan for EDI and our Indigenous Strategic Plan.

We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women; First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; persons with non-traditional career paths; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University.

Applicants must have a PhD degree in applied mathematics or a closely related field completed prior to the start date of this position. They should demonstrate significant achievements and outstanding promise in research in the areas of numerical analysis and computational mathematics. A strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate teaching is essential. We particularly encourage candidates who are focused on developing and analyzing advanced numerical methods and efficient algorithms, bridging theoretical foundations with computational innovation and practical applications, to apply.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following as separate documents by clicking the “Apply Online” button below:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Research Statement
  4. Teaching profile outlining your experience and interests (please use the “Interests” upload option for this)
  5. A statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI). This should describe your contributions and plans to advance EDI in your teaching, research, mentoring, and service.


We also require three confidential letters of reference. The referee should submit the reference letter to [email protected].

The University of Alberta has one of the leading joint Mathematics/Statistics departments in Canada and has strong connections with other scientific institutes, such as the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences (PIMS), Canadian Statistical Sciences Institute (CANSSI), and the Banff International Research Station (BIRS). For more information about the Department, see www.mathstats.ualberta.ca. Any questions regarding the position should be sent to [email protected].

Although the search will continue until the position is filled, applications received on or before November 5, 2024, will be guaranteed full consideration, with a targeted start date of July 1, 2025.


To apply, please visit: https://apps.ualberta.ca/careers/posting/1450

The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.








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