Departmental and Grant-Funded Postdocs - Fixed Term

About the role

The Department of Mathematics at Michigan State University invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholars with a starting date of Fall 2027. Positions are either Departmental Postdocs (Postdoctoral Fellows) or Grant-funded Postdocs. Departmental Postdocs contribute to the research and instructional mission of the unit and are academic‑year appointed. Grant‑funded Postdocs support the research activities of currently funded external research grants and may be appointed for an academic or annual year.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the research and instructional mission of the department (Departmental Postdocs).
• Support the research activities of funded external grants (Grant‑funded Postdocs).
• Work with a faculty mentor whose research interests align with the scholar’s.
• Participate in the department’s instructional mentoring program.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field, to be awarded by August 10, 2027.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching.

Application materials

• Curriculum vitae.
• Research statement.
• Teaching statement.
• At least four letters of recommendation, one of which must specifically address teaching experience.
• Optional: cover letter indicating interest in working with specific MSU faculty.

Benefits

• All positions are benefits‑eligible.
• Positions are potentially renewable on an annual basis through Spring 2030, contingent on satisfactory performance and continued funding.

Schedule

• Departmental Postdocs are academic‑year appointed positions.
• Grant‑funded Postdocs may be appointed for an academic year or an annual year, as dictated by the grant.

Evaluation and checks

• Review of applications begins December 1, 2026 and continues until positions are filled.
• A background check is required for employment.