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Postdoctoral Fellow in Quantum Mathematics
 Utah State University | |
Minimum $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Nov 23, 2025 | |
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Postdoctoral Fellow in Quantum Mathematics Requisition ID: 2025-9711 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Teaching (non-Faculty) Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: College of Arts & Sciences Department: Mathematics & Statistics Advertised Salary: Minimum $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the area of Quantum Mathematics, with a starting date of July 1,2026. This appointment will be from July 1, 2026 until June 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on performance and funding availability. This position does not include startup funding. Successful candidates will have demonstrated research expertise in mathematics related to quantum physics, broadly defined. This includes, but is not limited to, quantum aspects of algebra, geometry and probability and quantum computing. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to further develop their independent research program and collaborate with faculty and undergraduate and graduate students working in areas related to quantum mathematics. The successful candidate will teach two courses per academic year. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Required Documents Review of applications begins on Dec. 1, 2025, with the position open until filled. For more information please contact search committee chair Dr. Nathan Geer (nathan.geer@usu.edu). Please see the department jobs website to view other available faculty and post-doc positions in the department. Applicants should submit the following:
All application materials, except for reference letters, must be provided through the USU Jobs site: https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9711/postdoctoral-fellow-in-quantum-mathematics/job Reference letters must be provided via MathJobs at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/27577 **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Minimum $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. College/Department Highlights The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is committed to delivering advanced quantitative and analytic skills for professionals in education, industry, and research through classroom instruction as well as practical and research experiences. The Department is one of the largest departments at USU, with over 50 faculty members, 60 Master's and PhD students, and 300 undergraduate majors. The College of Arts and Sciences and USU's Research Office makes significant investments in faculty development, including startup packages, faculty seed grants, and proposal development assistance. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. 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