Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor

About the role

The Pfeiffer Postdoctoral Instructor is a full‑time appointment for two academic years, renewable for a third year, beginning July 1, 2027. The position honors Professor Paul Pfeiffer (1917‑2012), a founding member of the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research (CMOR). Candidates are expected to pursue research that aligns with the department’s research programs, with interdisciplinary research and collaboration strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate lecture courses each semester.
• Conduct research in collaboration with a faculty mentor.

About the Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research

The Department of Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research offers an outstanding and collaborative research environment with world‑class expertise in continuous optimization, numerical linear algebra, partial differential equations, inverse problems, and large‑scale stochastic systems. The department’s core strengths span applied analysis, high‑performance computing, numerical methods for differential equations, operations research, and optimization. Faculty apply these mathematical and computational strengths to important interdisciplinary challenges in areas including energy systems, medical imaging, neuroengineering, and climate modeling. Interdisciplinary research is a fundamental aspect of the department’s program, providing opportunities for postdoctoral instructors to collaborate with faculty across a broad range of mathematical, computational, and application areas.

About the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing

The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing at Rice University comprises nine academic departments and more than 20 engineering‑related centers and institutes. Its teaching and research benefit from Rice’s collaborative environment and Houston’s strengths in energy, health care, medical research, space exploration, and technology.

About Rice University

Rice University is a private research university located in Houston, Texas. Rice provides a collaborative academic environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, mentorship, and interdisciplinary engagement.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics received or completed on or after January 1, 2025.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching.