"Assistant Professor in Continuous Optimization"

The Department of Combinatorics and Optimization (https://math.uwaterloo.ca/co) in the Faculty of Mathematics at the University of Waterloo invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Appointments at the level of Associate or Full Professor with tenure will be considered in special cases that substantially enhance the reputation of the department. The focus area of this search is continuous optimization; however, stellar candidates in any of the department's research areas of algebraic combinatorics, continuous optimization, cryptography, discrete optimization, graph theory, and quantum computing are welcome to apply.

A Ph.D. degree and evidence of excellence in research and teaching are required. Successful applicants are expected to maintain an active program of research, to attract and supervise graduate students, and to participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching. The salary range for the position is $105,000 to $155,000. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. Interested individuals should apply using the MathJobs site (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/lists/27436). Applications should include a curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and up to three reprints/preprints. In addition, at least three reference letters should be submitted.

The deadline for applications is December 12, 2025. Applications received by December 12 will be given full consideration. However, applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.