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Postdoctoral Associate in Mathematics, Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Position Number: 6841196
Location: Washington, DC
Position Type: Mathematics

Postdoctoral Associate in Mathematics, Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Georgetown University: Main Campus: College of Arts & Sciences: Mathematics and Statistics

Location: Washington, DC
Open Date: Jan 07, 2026
Deadline: Feb 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Georgetown University (https://mathstat.georgetown.edu/) invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in Mathematics. The position will start on August 1, 2026 and is expected to last two years. In addition to research, the postdoc will have teaching responsibilities consisting of one course per semester.

The postdoc will have the flexibility to choose research projects and mentor(s) among the faculty members in the department. Possible research areas and related desired background consist of:

Research on the dynamics of nonlinear dispersive equations, completely integrable PDE, and fluids. Applicants are required to have a strong background in analysis and PDE. Experience with probabilistic and/or computational aspects of nonlinear PDE is highly desirable.
Research in the analysis and control of linear and nonlinear hyperbolic systems of PDE, in particular Maxwell's equations. Candidates should have a strong background in PDE and functional analysis.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a relevant field by August 1, 2026. Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching both lower and upper division mathematics classes.

Application Instructions:

Click on Apply Now to submit the following required materials:

1. CV

2. Research statement (no more than 3 pages excluding references)

3. Teaching statement (no more than 1 page)

4. Three letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses teaching

5. Response to the following two questions:

1) Please specify which faculty member in the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Georgetown University is most closely aligned with your research interests.

2) Please provide up to three (3) MSC codes (https://mathscinet.ams.org/mathscinet/msc/msc2020.html) describing your research area.

Applications are due by February 15, 2026.

For questions related to this position, please contact: Danny Cackley, Department Administrator, dc1473@georgetown.edu.

The projected salary range for this position is $59,750.46 - $67,789.40. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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