Job Summary
The University of South Carolina invites applications for a Smart State Chair to direct the Smart State Center for Data Analysis, Simulation, Imaging, and Visualization (DASIV) in conjunction with the Williams-Hedberg-Hedberg Endowed Chair of Mathematics.
This is a tenured, 9-month, full Professor position in the Department of Mathematics with the earliest starting date on August 16, .
The Center is co-sponsored by $2 million from the South Carolina Smart State Program established by the South Carolina General Assembly in and by $2 million from the University of South Carolina for a total endowment of $4 million.
The primary appointment of the Chair will be within the Department of Mathematics, College of Arts and Sciences.
The SmartState Chair will guide the research activities of the SmartState Center and establish close ties with other academic units that use similar methods or applications.
In addition to running a successful research center, the successful candidate will assist in hiring and mentoring fellows and junior faculty in the Centers research area and the department of mathematics.
It is expected that the center director will forge productive collaborations with UofSC faculty to establish a vigorous, internationally recognized research program in the centers major thrust area.
The University will provide space and infrastructure for the new endowed chair and his / her team and will work to acquire the resources needed to establish this Center at a nationally competitive level.
Required Education and Experience The ideal candidate should have a in Mathematics or a closely related field, with a research specialization aligning with the DASIV Centers major thrusts.
We seek an individual of international stature who has an exceptional record of publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and a demonstrated ability to secure substantial external funding from diverse sources.
The successful candidate must have a proven track record of excellence in teaching at the university level, successful supervision of graduate students, demonstrated ability to mentor postdoctoral fellows and junior faculty and to effectively lead team efforts in multidisciplinary projects.
Preferred Qualifications in Mathematics Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 08 / 16 / Job Open Date 09 / 06 / Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants are required to submit a cover letter including professional goals and vision for DASIV, curriculum vitae with a list of publications and funding history, a statement of research interests and accomplishments, a statement of teaching, a statement on leadership and mentoring, and names of at least three references.
All applicants must submit their applications through the online employment system USC Jobs at and Confidential inquiries and nominations can be made to the search committee chair, Professor Qi Wang at
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five business days on our job website. After five business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.
Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
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Applicant Documents Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of References and Contact Information
- Teaching Statement
- Research Statement
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Other Supporting Documents
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