ASSISTANT PROFESSOR in Complex Systems

The Center for the Study of Complex Systems (CSCS) at the University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Complex Systems. Candidates at a more senior-level will also be considered. The appointment will begin September 1, 2017. This is a University-year appointment.  Information about the Center can be found here.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have a demonstrated research agenda focusing on complex systems. This may involve theoretical or applied research on complexity, including (but not limited to) mathematical and computational models in areas such as networks, computation, emergence, large events and robustness or applications where complexity lies at the core such as quantitative modeling of social systems, soft condensed matter physics, evolutionary or ecological dynamics, epidemiology and disease transmission, artificial life, neuroscience, and cognition. Preference will be given to candidates with a track record of working across disciplines.

How to Apply
All application materials must be uploaded here.

The position is based in CSCS but will be a joint appointment with another department. In the cover letter, candidates should identify one or more partner departments at the University of Michigan suitable for such a joint appointment.  Applicants must submit: a current CV, statement of current and future research plans, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence (if any) and one writing sample. At least three letters of recommendation are required and must be uploaded onto the same website.  Applications will be reviewed starting October 1, 2016. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is supportive of the needs of dual career couples.