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Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Department of Mathematics - UTK

Position Number: 6200680
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Mathematics

Post-Doctoral Research Associate: Department of Mathematics - UTK
Knoxville, TN, United States

Job Identification: 1135
Job Category: Research
Posting Date: 04/30/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1403 Circle Drive, Knoxville, TN, 37996, US (On-site)

Job Description
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associates (non-tenure eligible) position in Mathematical Data Science with an appointment beginning as soon as possible but no later than Summer 2025.

The postdoc will be working on research in AI using mathematics, statistics, and machine learning for developing AI foundations.

Responsibilities
The successful candidate will join a thriving and multidisciplinary applied math community in mathematics and the data science and statistics group to work directly with Professor Vasileios Maroulas in the emerging area of topological machine learning with applications to neuroscience. This is a 12-month position at 100% research appointment renewable for at least one more year, based upon annual performance. A PhD in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent degree is required. Salary will be competitive.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Education: PhD in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent degree is required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: topological data analysis, machine learning, statistics, computing in any of Python, R, Julia

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Human computer interface, robotics

Work Location

University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated hiring range: $60,000 - $65,000

Application Instructions

For best consideration applicants should submit the below materials:

Candidates must upload 1) a cover letter, which indicates why this position is of interest to the applicant, 2) a curriculum vitae, and 3) a research statement. At least three reference letters addressing research must be provided. The application deadline is February 28^th, 2025, but later applications may be considered.

About Us
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees-the Volunteers-who uphold the university's tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates," "One of America's Best Large Employers," and "Best Workplace for Women," and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.

Apply today and join the Tennessee Volunteer community!

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