Faculty, Natural Sciences

Southern Methodist University

SMU/Dedman College is accepting the following applications for positions to begin Spring 2024/Fall 2025

Assistant Professor of Biology – Tenure Track (Position No. 52610)
Education:  Ph.D. at time of appointment
Application Due Date: October 9, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150755
Specialization:  The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong extramurally funded research program, mentor master’s and doctoral students in the Molecular and Cellular Biology graduate program, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching. 

Lecturers of Chemistry – Non-Tenure Track (Position Nos. 00053621 and 00052253)
Education: A completed PhD or MS degree in Chemistry or a related discipline is required
Application Due Date:  October 27, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150745
Specialization: Experience in teaching undergraduate general chemistry/organic chemistry courses, or experience as a general chemistry/organic chemistry teaching assistant (TA) is preferred. Experience in the maintenance of instrumentation is a plus for both positions.  

Assistant Professor of Geology (Earth Hazards Cluster) – Tenure Track (Position No. 50080)
Education:  Ph.D. at time of appointment
Application Due date:  November 15, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150778
Specialization: all areas of Earth Sciences with emphasis on, but not limited to, economic geology, structural geology, geomechanics, petrology, geomorphology, environmental science and paleoclimatology. While candidates from all sub-disciplines of earth and environmental sciences are encouraged to apply, particular attention will be given to those whose work involves quantitative measurement-based approaches

C.M. Matthews Endowed Chair – Tenured (Position No. 0050601)
Education:  Ph.D. in the geosciences or closely related field at the time of appointment
Application Due Date:  December 1, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150744
Specialization: Seeking applicants who conduct innovative, interdisciplinary and quantitative research programs across all fields of geology and are especially interested in candidates working in emerging areas across disciplinary boundaries whose expertise contributes to department strengths

Lecturer in Mathematics – Non-Tenure Track (Position No. 00053035)
Education: Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field by the time of appointment, although exceptional candidates with an M.S. will be considered
Application Due Date: February 1, 2025* http://apply.interfolio.com/150785
Specialization: Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and education

Assistant Professor of Physics – Tenure Track (Position No. 5768)
Education: Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field
Application Due Date:  December 1, 2024*  http://apply.interfolio.com/150779
Specialization: The successful theorist candidate would complement existing strengths of the department in particle physics, nuclear physics, cosmology and astrophysics.  The successful experimental/observational candidates will be expected to develop and lead a strong program in instrumentation in the general areas of particle physics, nuclear physics, cosmology, or astrophysics. Applications from theorists whose research is relevant for proton collider or electron-ion science, and from experimental candidates with experience in opto-electronics are especially encouraged. 

PostDoctoral Fellow in Physics – Post Doc (Position No. 53660)
Education:  Completed requirements for a doctoral degree in physics or related field by November 1, 2024
Application Due Date: Review begins November 1, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/156416
Specialization:  Experience in working on large scale software development in a particle physics experiment.

C.F. Frensley Professor of Mathematical Sciences (Statistics and Data Science)  – Tenured – (Position No. 5743)
Education: Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment
Application Due Date: Review begins November 1, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150981.
Specialization: Distinguished scholar who has an outstanding record of achievement in statistics and data science and a commitment to research and inclusive teaching. The successful candidate will teach in our statistics and data science programs, direct doctoral dissertations, mentor faculty members, conduct research, and attract external funding to the University.

Open Rank Professor of Statistics & Data Science – Tenure Track/Tenured (Position #50291)
Education: Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment
Application Due Date: Review begins November 1, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150741
Specialization: Scholars who have outstanding qualifications in statistics and data science and a commitment to interdisciplinary research and inclusive teaching. The successful applicant will teach in our undergraduate and graduate programs, conduct research in statistics and data science, and collaborate, as appropriate, with colleagues in other disciplines.

Assistant Professor of Statistics and Data Science – Tenure-Track (Position No. 5748)
Education: Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment
Application Due Date: Review begins November 1, 2024* http://apply.interfolio.com/150777
Specialization: Scholars who have outstanding qualifications in statistics and data science and a commitment to interdisciplinary research and inclusive teaching. Faculty will teach in our undergraduate and graduate programs, conduct research in statistics and data science, and collaborate, as appropriate, with colleagues in other disciplines.

Lecturer in Statistics and Data Science – Non-Tenure Track (Position No. 00053176)
Education: MS, MA or Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment
Application Due Date: Review begins January 1, 2025* http://apply.interfolio.com/150743
Specialization: Professionals who have experience teaching statistics and data science at the college level, the willingness to develop a broad repertoire of undergraduate courses, and a commitment to inclusive teaching.  The selected candidate will teach in our statistics and data science programs, coordinate instructional activities in data science, mentor students at all levels, and engage in department service

*Applications will be continued to be accepted until position is filled.

SMU will not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. SMU’s commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

For further information, see: http://www.smu.edu/Dedman/FacultyAndStaff/FacultyandStaffRecruitment

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