Position Title: Post Doctoral

Employee Classification: Post Doctoral

College/Division: Arts and Sciences College

Department: 331250-MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Competitive

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  The Department of Mathematical Sciences invites applicants for a two-year postdoctoral appointment beginning August, 2025; two positions are available.

Classification Summary:
Assist, instruct and function as a role model for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in a relevant research program.

Classification Standard Duties:
Supervise, direct, delegate and evaluate work of assigned staff. Oversee and/or conduct research. Assist in technical support for the delegated project. Create new opportunities by preparing and submitting new project proposals to national funding agencies. Perform related duties as required.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:Doctorate degree in related field.; Required Experience:No previous work experience required.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of university and department policies and procedures; principles and practices of organization and administration; principles of supervision, training, mentoring and performance evaluation; research techniques and designs; methodologies; data collection and analysis.; SKILLS:Skills in short- and long-range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; public contact and relations; oral and written communication; literature reviews and compilation; material development for scientific and non-scientific audiences; grant writing and peer reviewed publications; modification of existing models or development of new models. The applicant may be responsible for, but not limited to, assisting in technical and outreach support in the department and organizing outreach events and conferences addressing activities associated with the research project.; ABILITIES:Ability to direct, evaluate, train and supervise the work of assigned personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate information; make presentations; work as a member of a team; write technical reports, conference presentation papers, peer-reviewed journal articles and grant proposals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Department of Mathematical Sciences invites applicants for a two-year postdoctoral appointment beginning August, 2025; two positions are available. These positions will support the research and teaching needs of the department. The area is open, but should support research interests in the department. Expected duties include teaching 3 courses per academic year (2-1 or 1-2), research and mentoring. Inquiries should be addressed to: mathsearch@nmsu.edu. Individuals interested in contributing to a diverse academic community are particularly encouraged.

Candidates must submit basic application materials, including a letter of interest, CV/resume. These same documents along with a minimum of three letters of reference (at least one addressing teaching), a teaching statement and a research statement must be posted at mathjobs.org. Please make sure the required application materials are posted to BOTH links, or the application cannot be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mathematics prior to August 15, 2025 and are expected to demonstrate strong research potential and a commitment to excellence in teaching.

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  John Harding, 575-646-3901, hardingj@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.