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The Department of Mathematics at 91ÅÝܽ invites applications for the Alan Mekler Postdoctoral Position starting September 1, 2026.

Applications from all research areas represented in the department are encouraged, but priority will be given to applications in the following areas:

• Applied Analysis and Partial Differential Equations (contact: Razvan Fetecau and Weiran Sun);
• Combinatorial Optimization (contact: Tamon Stephen);
• Finite Fields and Cryptography (contact: Petr Lisonek);
• Mathematical Biology, with a focus on modelling for ecology, evolution and/or epidemiology (contact: Ben Asby and Ailene MacPherson).

We seek applicants with a strong aptitude for research and interest in teaching. The successful candidate will contribute to an active, innovative department with strong research groups and a thoughtful teaching environment. The fellowship duration is one year, renewable for one additional year up to satisfactory performance in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be required to teach an average of one and a half undergraduate courses per year, so 3 courses over the expected duration (2 years) of the fellowship.

Excellence in research and demonstrated potential teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must:

• Hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related discipline, obtained no later than 3 years prior to the start of the fellowship.
• Have an excellent scientific record of research in the areas of interest.
• Demonstrated potential in their future research plans.
• Demonstrated potential for teaching undergraduate courses in Mathematics.

Applications must be submitted online via MathJobs: .

Reference letters must also be uploaded via MathJobs. Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 15, 2025. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position is still open.

Applications will consist of the following components:

• A cover letter (a maximum of 2 pages) that briefly addresses (1) the fit of the applicant with the listed priority research areas (indicate in boldface the areas of fit on the first page of the letter) and (2) the qualification criteria.
• A complete, up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidate’s education and employment history, publications, conference presentations, funding and awards, student supervision, collaborations and partnerships, teaching experience, and service activities if any.
• A research statement (typically 2-4 pages) that describes the candidate’s research area and experience, and a two- year plan for their research program.
• Two examples of published or submitted scholarly work.
• A teaching statement (typically 2-3 pages) that describes the candidate’s teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Three reference letters by referees who can comment on your suitability for this position.

91ÅÝܽ respectfully acknowledges the xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), sÉ™lilwÉ™taɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícÌ“É™yÌ“ (Katzie), kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

91ÅÝܽ an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@sfu.ca.

The salary for this position is $60,000 annually, plus benefits and extended health benefits. For details on the benefits offered by SFU, please visit the Postdoctoral Fellows website.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The Department of Mathematics at 91ÅÝܽ (SFU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 15, 2026.

We invite applications from researchers whose research is at the interface of scientific machine learning with PDEs, optimal transport or optimization. Our Scientific Computing, Machine Learning and PDE research group (SciMAP /math/research/scimap.html) has established strengths in scientific computing, approximation theory, machine learning, the analysis of PDEs, and the mathematics of data. The successful candidate will build on and complement these strengths, develop a vibrant research program, teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels, provide service to the department, and contribute to building equitable, diverse and inclusive environments.

The Department of Mathematics maintains close connections with many units in the Faculties of Science, Applied Science, and others on campus, through long-standing research activities. 91ÅÝܽ a founding member of the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences (PIMS), which promotes research, training, and outreach in the mathematical sciences across Western Canada. The Department takes pride in fostering a supportive and accommodating environment for all our members. Situated on the Burnaby campus, we are a short walk from the University Childcare Centre, athletic facilities, scenic hiking, and mountain biking trails.

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must:

• Hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related discipline.
• Have an outstanding scientific record of research at the interface of scientific machine learning with PDEs, optimal transport or optimization.
• Demonstrate strong potential in their future research plans.
• Demonstrate the potential to strengthen the SciMAP group in research, teaching of upper- division and graduate-level courses in applied mathematics, and graduate trainee supervision.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrate interest and ability to realize excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, and in the supervision of highly qualified personnel.

The following are considered assets:

• Demonstrated record of research on applications arising in the physical sciences or engineering. Experience in weather or climate science will be an asset.
• Evidence of strong commitment to service to the academic community.

Applications must be submitted online via MathJobs: .

Reference letters must also be uploaded via MathJobs. Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 1, 2025. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position is still open.

Applications will consist of the following components:

• A concise cover letter (a maximum of 2 pages) that briefly addresses the criteria listed in qualifications.
• A statement (a maximum of 1 paragraph) that addresses how the candidate’s research fits with the stated research scope of this position. This statement is optional but is encouraged.
• A complete, up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidate’s education and employment history, publications, conference presentations, funding and awards, student supervision, collaborations and partnerships, teaching experience, and service activities.
• A research statement (typically 3-5 pages) that describes the candidate’s research experience, goals, and a five- year plan for their research program.
• Three examples of peer-reviewed published scholarly work.
• A teaching statement (typically 3-5 pages) that describes the candidate’s teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• A statement (typically 1 page) describing how you contribute to promoting a culture of inclusive excellence through your teaching, research, or service – for example, how you support inclusive teaching practices or how you take into consideration biases/barriers that may be present in research.
• Three reference letters by referees who can comment on your suitability for this position.
• Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We recognize that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness, research delays due to COVID-19) can impact research achievements, and we commit to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@sfu.ca.

91ÅÝܽ respectfully acknowledges the xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), sÉ™lilwÉ™taɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícÌ“É™yÌ“ (Katzie), kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

91ÅÝܽ an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322 (dependent on experience). SFU also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, health, and dental benefits. For details on the benefits offered by SFU, please visit the Faculty Relations website.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.