Post-Doctoral Research Associate Department of Mathematics UTK

Description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Tennessee Knoxville invites applications for one Postdoctoral Research Associate (non-tenure eligible) in the mathematical foundation of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The successful candidate will work on statistical learning using topology and graph theory under the supervision of Dr. Farzana Nasrin.

This is a full-time 12-month 100% research-focused appointment beginning in August 2026. The position is renewable for at least one additional year contingent on annual performance evaluations. The appointee will work on projects at the intersection of applied topology statistics and machine learning contributing to both theoretical advancements and novel frameworks in artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities

Conduct original research in mathematical AI especially in statistical learning.

Collaborate with Professor Nasrin and other interdisciplinary researchers

Contribute to the preparation of publications and grant proposals

Participate in academic presentations seminars and workshops

Engage with the broader research community at UT and externally

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education :

Ph.D. in Mathematics Applied Mathematics Statistics or a closely related field by the time of appointment

Experience :

Evidence of independent research in one or more areas relevant to mathematical data science

Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals

Knowledge Skills Abilities :

Strong mathematical and computational background

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

Education :

Ph.D. with a research emphasis in topology data science or machine learning

Experience :

Experience working in interdisciplinary research settings

Knowledge Skills Abilities :

Familiarity with topological data analysis machine learning or AI

Proficiency in Python or other scientific programming lanaguages

Work Location

Knoxville Tennessee

This position is onsite

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated hiring range : $60000 - $65000

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Application Instructions

For best consideration applicants should submit the following materials as soon as possible :

A cover letter describing interest in the position

A curriculum vitae

A research statement

A publication list

Review of applications will occur on a rolling basis but later applications may be considered.

About The Department

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Tennessee Knoxville is home to a vibrant community of scholars engaged in a broad range of mathematical research. The department supports strong interdisciplinary connections with fields such as biology data science engineering and computer science and plays a key role in campus-wide AI and data science initiatives.

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 60000 - 65000