Research Associate-Fixed Term

### Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics at Michigan State University invites applications for two Research Training Group (RTG) Postdoctoral Associate positions with a starting date of Fall 2025. This is a three-year, benefits eligible position, associated with the NSF-funded RTG project “Algebraic and Geometric Topology at Michigan State.”  Appointments will be renewed annually for up to three years, contingent on satisfactory performance.  Topology at MSU is represented by a vibrant group of faculty and graduate students; a group with rich interaction amongst not only its members but also with the closely connected research groups at MSU in geometry and algebra. RTG Postdoctoral Associates will be integrated into the topology group through pairing with faculty mentors, participation and co-leadership in RTG activities, vertically integrated structured research projects, thoughtful curation of teaching assignments, and engagement in the departments active instructional mentoring program. Candidates will be evaluated on their potential in research, teaching, graduate and undergraduate mentorship, and their fit with the topology research community at MSU. Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in Mathematics by August 10, 2025. Due to NSF rules, the position is restricted to US citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.

Some features of the RTG postdoctoral position include:

– Mentoring in research, teaching, and other aspects of professional development
– Summer support for two summers
– Funding in the amount of $6000 per year for travel and supplies
– A teaching expectation of one course per semester
– Participation in RTG activities such as seminars, conference organization, research collaboration with graduate students and faculty, and assisting with mentoring and directed reading programs for undergraduates

### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

### Required Degree

Doctorate -Mathematics, Algebraic and Geometric Topology, or Mathematics driven field

### Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirement:  Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in Mathematics by August 10, 2025. Applications from all areas of mathematical research will be considered.  All applicants must submit application materials to the mathjobs.org posting at  [https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/25010](https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/25010).

### Desired Qualifications

Minimum Requirement:  Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in Mathematics by August 10, 2025. Applications from all areas of mathematical research will be considered.  All applicants must submit application materials to the mathjobs.org posting at  [https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/25010](https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/25010). 

### Required Application Materials

Applicants should submit the following items on Mathjobs.org to complete your their application:

– Cover Letter
– Curriculum Vitae
– Research Statement
– Teaching Statement
– Four Reference Letters with at least one of which addresses teaching (Letters to be submitted online by the reference writers at Mathjobs.org posting)

Applicants must submit their application materials via [Mathjobs.org](https://www.mathjobs.org/mathjobs.org) at .

Review of applications will begin on December 8, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled. A background check is required