Postdoctoral Scholar - Mathematics & Statistics

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics of the University of South Florida seeks to fill a 12-month, full-time, Postdoctoral Scholar position to begin August 7, 2026. This position carries a teaching load of three courses per year.

Responsibilities

• The contract is renewable for up to 1 additional years dependent upon available funding and satisfactory performance in both research and teaching.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Mathematics or closely related field is required. The degree must be conferred by the appointment start date. Applicants must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Scholar.
• Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have received their Ph.D. within the last three years and whose research interests are in algebraic coding theory, quantum error-correction, quantum computing, or a related area.

About the Department

Information about the department can be found on the website: http://www.math.usf.edu.

How to Apply

When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload application materials. Only online applications are accepted for this position. Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your application materials. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Please attach the following materials: Cover letter, CV, Research statement, Teaching statement, and provide names and contact information for three (3) references. In addition, candidates should have at least three (3) letters of recommendation submitted through MathJobs.org.

Review of applications will continue until position is filled. However, preference will be given to those candidates who submit their application materials by January 15, 2026. Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval.