What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant Professor, Simons Center for Geometry & Physics - Mathematics (Non-Tenure Track Postdoc Position) position at Stony Brook University?
Location: Stony Brook, NY
Open Date: Oct 07, 2026
Deadline: Nov 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
The Simons Center for Geometry & Physics has two open positions for Mathematics Research Assistant Professors available, with a starting date of September 1, 2027. These are non-tenure track appointments offering an annual salary of $85,000. A research fund of of $5,000 will be offered for scientific travel, inviting visitors, and other research-related expenses, on a yearly basis; in addition $2,000 will be provided to defray moving expenses in the first year. In this position, you will be required to teach a total of 5 courses over 6 semesters. We seek candidates with an outstanding research potential in the field of geometry, in the broadest sense. The Simons Center for Geometry and Physics is an endowed research organization devoted to furthering fundamental knowledge in geometry and theoretical physics; especially knowledge at the interface of these two disciplines. Please be sure to apply to following positions in the Mathematics and IMS departments as well: Mathematics Department: Simons Lecturer - https://apply.interfolio.com/194108 Stony Brook Hefei Lecturer - https://apply.interfolio.com/195002 IMS: Milnor Lecturer - https://apply.interfolio.com/193727 Stony Brook University, one of four research-intensive campuses within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is widely regarded as its flagship. The University embraces its mission to provide comprehensive undergraduate, graduate and professional education of the highest quality.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Applicants are required to have earned a Ph.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) in Mathematics before August 31, 2027.
Established record of outstanding independent research.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to those that have received their Ph.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) no earlier than 2022.
Application Instructions
To apply, visit http://apply.interfolio.com/193704.
Complete Applications Should Include The Following
Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfollio.com or (877) 997-8807. For questions regarding this position, please contact Melissa Wessler at mwessler@scgp.stonybrook.edu.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (631) 632-6350. It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/police.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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Open Date: Oct 07, 2026
Deadline: Nov 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
The Simons Center for Geometry & Physics has two open positions for Mathematics Research Assistant Professors available, with a starting date of September 1, 2027. These are non-tenure track appointments offering an annual salary of $85,000. A research fund of of $5,000 will be offered for scientific travel, inviting visitors, and other research-related expenses, on a yearly basis; in addition $2,000 will be provided to defray moving expenses in the first year. In this position, you will be required to teach a total of 5 courses over 6 semesters. We seek candidates with an outstanding research potential in the field of geometry, in the broadest sense. The Simons Center for Geometry and Physics is an endowed research organization devoted to furthering fundamental knowledge in geometry and theoretical physics; especially knowledge at the interface of these two disciplines. Please be sure to apply to following positions in the Mathematics and IMS departments as well: Mathematics Department: Simons Lecturer - https://apply.interfolio.com/194108 Stony Brook Hefei Lecturer - https://apply.interfolio.com/195002 IMS: Milnor Lecturer - https://apply.interfolio.com/193727 Stony Brook University, one of four research-intensive campuses within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is widely regarded as its flagship. The University embraces its mission to provide comprehensive undergraduate, graduate and professional education of the highest quality.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Applicants are required to have earned a Ph.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) in Mathematics before August 31, 2027.
Established record of outstanding independent research.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to those that have received their Ph.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) no earlier than 2022.
Application Instructions
To apply, visit http://apply.interfolio.com/193704.
Complete Applications Should Include The Following
- AMS Standard Cover Sheet
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Publication List
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Three (3) Reference Letters
Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfollio.com or (877) 997-8807. For questions regarding this position, please contact Melissa Wessler at mwessler@scgp.stonybrook.edu.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (631) 632-6350. It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/police.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information,veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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Salary : $85,000