Postdoc - Discrete Mathematics and Logic

Position Title:
Postdoc - Discrete Mathematics and Logic

Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

 The Department of Mathematics at Iowa State University invites applications for two year postdoctoral position(s) with possible extension to a third year subject to availability of funding and satisfactory performance. The expected start date is August 16, 2024. 

This opening is in Discrete Mathematics and Logic. The successful candidates should be working in both areas, this includes research in descriptive set theory, graph theory, graph colorings, forbidden substructures in graphs.

The position has a 2-1 teaching load and a requirement to be involved with mentoring undergraduate students in research through the Iowa State Math Research Teams

Required Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in Mathematics or a closely related discipline obtained by appointment date.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students.

Demonstrated research interests in Discrete Mathematics and Logic.

Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2024

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
August 16, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

Original Posting Date:
April 8, 2024

Posting Close Date:
April 14, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14394