In addition to the details below, please note that the
department has ties to the National Institute for
Theory and Mathematics in Biology (NITMB) in
downtown Chicago.
Visiting Assistant Professorship in Applied Mathematics
The Department of Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics at
Northwestern University (http://www.esam.northwestern.edu ) invites
applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor in
Applied Mathematics. This is a one-year, non-tenure-track position
with the possibility of renewal for a second year. Duties involve
teaching and research in applied mathematics with a focus on
applications in engineering and/or the sciences.
The Department seeks outstanding candidates who have received a
Ph.D. degree in applied mathematics, engineering, physics or another
applied math-related discipline, or who expect to do so by July
2026, and who aspire to engage in independent and interdisciplinary
research and teaching. The starting date is September 1, 2026. The
application package should include a cover letter, curriculum vita,
statement of research accomplishments and interests, statement of
teaching experience and philosophy, and if available representative
manuscripts (published, submitted or in preparation). Please visit
https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/MjQ4Nw== to apply.
In addition, the applicant should arrange for at least two, but no
more than three letters of recommendation addressing both research
and teaching qualifications. Recommendation letters will be
automatically solicited from the letter writers by email after the
names are entered in the online application system.
Compensation
The expected base pay range for this position is $78,000-$82,000 for
a 12-month academic appointment and is subject to negotiation.
Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its
good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay
for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be
determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the
experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, including
years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline;
departmental budget availability; internal competitors; and external
market pay for comparable jobs.
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive,
high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, and more! Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
Questions may be directed to Noor Kaur at noor.kaur@northwestern.edu
(subject line: Visiting Assistant Professor Search). To ensure full
consideration, applications should be received by March 16th, 2026,
but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does
not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics,
including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s
non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an
accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact
the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional
information on the accommodations process.
Requirements
This is a one-year, non-tenure-track position with the possibility
of renewal for a second year. Duties involve teaching and research
in applied mathematics with a focus on applications in engineering
and/or the sciences.