Postdoc Research Associate Discrete Mathematics
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Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - Discrete MathematicsAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Mathematics at Iowa State University invites applications for a two academic year postdoctoral position with possible extension to a third year. The expected start date is August 16 2026 and the end date is May 31 2028.
This opening is in discrete mathematics aligning with the research interests of Prof. Bernard Lidický and Prof. Shira Zerbib. This includes graph theory discrete geometry topological combinatorics extremal combinatorics and flag algebras. The position has a 2-1 teaching load and a requirement to be involved with mentoring undergraduate students in research through the Iowa State Math Research Teams (ISMaRT
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in Mathematics or a closely related discipline obtained by the appointment start date
Preferred Qualifications:
Research interests in discrete mathematics
Experience in teaching and mentoring students
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Mathematics offers a wide range of research opportunities and events for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Our annualISMaRTprogram brings together research teams that include faculty graduate students and undergraduate students. One students research used machine learning to solve physics problems while anothers helped create a data science curriculum for future mathematics teachers. Opportunities such as these await you in the Department of Mathematics.
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Start Date:August 16 2026
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 31 2028Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) 3 reference letters
4) Research statement
5) Statement of teaching experience
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing Program
Original Posting Date:
December 5 2025Posting Close Date:
December 31 2025Job Requisition Number:
R18219Required Experience:
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