The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position to begin September 1, 2027. This search will focus on the area of mathematical finance, broadly construed. The Department has long-standing strength in this area, both in research and education. It plays a leading role in interdisciplinary educational programs in computational finance at the bachelor’s and master’s levels.
A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related discipline is required. In general, preference will be given to candidates who have shown outstanding promise and/or excellent research accomplishments in stochastics and machine learning and are pursuing a vigorous research program. The promise of excellent ability to teach and mentor students of broad backgrounds is a strong plus.
Applicants should submit all materials electronically through Interfolio and MathJobs. This includes a cover letter, curriculum vita, list of publications, a statement describing current and planned research, a teaching statement. Candidates should also arrange for at least three letters of recommendation that will be solicited through MathJobs.
The review applications will begin on November 15, 2026. However, applications may be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
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