Visiting Assistant Professor in Engineering Sciences & Applied Mathematics

Visiting Assistant Professorship in Applied Mathematics

The Department of Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics at Northwestern University (http://www.esam.northwestern.edu ) invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor in Applied Mathematics. This is a one-year, non-tenure-track position with the possibility of renewal for a second year. Duties involve teaching and research in applied mathematics with a focus on applications in engineering and/or the sciences.

The Department seeks outstanding candidates who have received a Ph.D. degree in applied mathematics, engineering, physics or another applied math-related discipline, or who expect to do so by July 2026, and who aspire to engage in independent and interdisciplinary research and teaching. The starting date is September 1, 2026. The application package should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, statement of research accomplishments and interests, statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and if available representative manuscripts (published, submitted or in preparation). Please visit https://www.mccormick.northwestern.edu/applied-math/open-positions/ to find out more information about this position and to apply.

In addition, the applicant should arrange for at least two, but no more than three letters of recommendation addressing both research and teaching qualifications. Recommendation letters will be automatically solicited from the letter writers by email after the names are entered in the online application system.

Compensation

The expected base pay range for this position is $78,000-$82,000 for a 12-month academic appointment and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate, including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal competitors; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Questions may be directed to Noor Kaur at noor.kaur@northwestern.edu (subject line: Visiting Assistant Professor Search). To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by March 1st, 2026, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Department: MCC Engg Sci & Applied Math

Please read ALL instructions and make preparations before proceeding to the application page:

• Applications will only be accepted via online submission (see link below).
• Please prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files, and please be sure all information is entered correctly and accurately (especially names and email addresses), as there will be no opportunity for online revision after your application has been submitted.
• Please also prepare a list of names and email addresses for your external academic references; your references will be contacted directly by the online system and invited to upload their letters on your behalf.
• All required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk and must be filled before clicking the "Submit" button.
• Be aware that incomplete applications cannot be saved.

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