Employment


Contents:

  1. Tenure and Tenure-Track Positions
  2. Postdoctoral and Visitor Programs

Tenure and Tenure-Track Positions:

Tenure-track Assistant Professor Positions in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at the Courant Institute School for Mathematics, Computing, and Data Science is calling for applications for Assistant Professor positions in Mathematics, beginning in September 2027.

The Courant Institute School's Math Department offers an outstanding scholarly environment for mathematical and interdisciplinary research. It has a long and world-renowned tradition in both pure and applied mathematics and in bridging between them. Mathematics at Courant benefits from the proximity and interdisciplinarity of the school's Computer Science and Data Science (CDS) departments.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position (Assistant Professor) is $100,000 - $150,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market and organization considerations.

Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field.

Application Instructions:

Applications received before November 15 will be given full consideration.

Application Materials Required:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Statement
  • Teaching Statement
  • Publication List
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers). One of the reference letters must address your teaching ability. If you wish to upload additional reference letters, click on "Additional Documents -> Add File -> Request a recommendation".

Please apply via Interfolio here: https://apply.interfolio.com/193868

Associate and Full Professor Positions in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at the Courant Institute School for Mathematics, Computing, and Data Science is calling for applications for Associate Professor and Full Professor positions in Mathematics, beginning in September 2027. 

The Courant Institute School's Math Department offers an outstanding scholarly environment for mathematical and interdisciplinary research. It has a long and world-renowned tradition in both pure and applied mathematics and in bridging between them. Mathematics at Courant benefits from the proximity and interdisciplinarity of the school's Computer Science and Data Science (CDS) departments.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 for the rank of Associate Professor and $165,000 - $265,000 for the rank of Full Professor. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market and organization considerations. 

Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field.

Application Instructions:

Applications received before November 15 will be given full consideration.

Application Materials Required:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Statement
  • Teaching Statement
  • Publication List
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers). One of the reference letters must address your teaching ability. If you wish to upload additional reference letters, click on "Additional Documents -> Add File -> Request a recommendation".

Please apply via Interfolio here: https://apply.interfolio.com/194459

Postdoctoral and Visitor Programs:

Courant Instructorships

The NYU Courant Institute School of Mathematics, Computing, and Data Science is the center for advanced training and research in the mathematical sciences. Each year a limited number of Courant Instructorships in the Department of Mathematics are offered to postdoctoral scientists. All areas of Mathematics are considered. These appointments are for a maximum of three (3) years and carry a light teaching load of one course per semester. They are primarily for recent Ph.D.'s, and candidates must have a degree in mathematics or an affiliated field. 

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary of this position is a set amount of $101,766.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field. 

Please submit the following via Interfolio:

  • Cover Letter
  • CV with Publication List (as one document)
  • Research Statement
  • Teaching Statement 
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers). One of the reference letters must address your teaching ability. If you wish to upload additional reference letters, click on "Additional Documents -> Add File -> Request a recommendation".

The final application deadline is November 15, 2026. Due to the competitiveness of these positions and the high volume of applicants, we urge you to apply as early as possible. Please submit your application via Interfolio at the following link: https://apply.interfolio.com/193426


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