Postdoctoral Fellow in Quantum Mathematics

Overview

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the area of Quantum Mathematics, with a starting date of July 1,2026. This appointment will be from July 1, 2026 until June 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on performance and funding availability. This position does not include startup funding.

Successful candidates will have demonstrated research expertise in mathematics related to quantum physics, broadly defined. This includes, but is not limited to, quantum aspects of algebra, geometry and probability and quantum computing.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to further develop their independent research program and collaborate with faculty and undergraduate and graduate students working in areas related to quantum mathematics. The successful candidate will teach two courses per academic year.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field.

* Demonstrated potential in both research related to quantum mathematics and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and potential for such collaboration with other faculty at USU.

* Potential to enhance and extend the research directions within the Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Required Documents

Review of applications begins on Dec. 1, 2025, with the position open until filled. For more information please contact search committee chair Dr. Nathan Geer (nathan.geer). Please see the department jobs website to view other available faculty and post-doc positions in the department.

Applicants should submit the following:

Curriculum vitae (upload at the beginning of application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV") Cover letter addressing fit with the mission of this position and existing departmental strengths (upload in Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10") Research statement (upload in Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10").  Please describe how your research aligns with the characteristics described in the above Description. Teaching statement/philosophy (upload in Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10") Three reference letters (to be submitted via the Math Jobs link below), at least one of which can comment on the candidate's teaching.

All application materials, except for reference letters, must be provided through the USU Jobs site:

Reference letters must be provided via Math Jobs at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./27577

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

Minimum $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is committed to delivering advanced quantitative and analytic skills for professionals in education, industry, and research through classroom instruction as well as practical and research experiences. The Department is one of the largest departments at USU, with over 50 faculty members, 60 Master's and PhD students, and 300 undergraduate majors. The College of Arts and Sciences and USU's Research Office makes significant investments in faculty development, including startup packages, faculty seed grants, and proposal development assistance.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges.

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