[Banach] Positions at Case

[Stanislaw J. Szarek]

(This announcement, with additional active hyperlinks, is also accessible via
http://www.case.edu/artsci/dean/searches/ )

  The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts & Sciences at 
Case Western Reserve University invites applications for one or more 
faculty positions. Although rank is open and commensurate with 
qualifications, we prefer to appoint at the rank of assistant 
professor. We especially emphasize coordination with Department, 
College and University goals, including undergraduate teaching in the 
University's SAGES (Seminar Approach to General Education and 
Scholarship) program. Areas of preference identified to complement 
existing department activities include:

  (1) Functional analysis, convexity theory and related 
high-dimensional phenomena, the area that recently has been often 
referred to as "asymptotic geometric analysis" and of which members 
of the Department are internationally recognized leaders. See 
http://www.cwru.edu/artsci/math/szarek/ and 
http://www.cwru.edu/artsci/math/werner/ for examples of recent 
research directions. Besides hires that would directly augment this 
research, the Department envisions expanding into related areas of 
non-commutative geometry/functional analysis or even theoretical 
computer science or complexity theory.

  (2) Probability theory. Areas currently represented in the 
Department include large deviation theory and stochastic differential 
equations. As indicated on our website, the Department has 
researchers in a number of mathematical fields, and a candidate's 
potential ability to interact and collaborate with colleagues in 
other areas of mathematics will be regarded as a valuable asset. 
Candidates are invited to address this point. Case has strong 
presences in biomedical, engineering and other scientific areas and, 
in addition to strong theoretical credentials, a candidate's 
potential ability to interact and collaborate with colleagues in 
other disciplines will also be regarded as a valuable asset.

  Notwithstanding the above, (3) exceptionally strong candidates in 
other areas will be considered. Depending on needs, (4) visiting 
positions/instructorships/lectureships may also be open.
Indicate in which area you wish to be considered. The successful 
candidate will hold the Ph.D. or equivalent (Masters for lectureship) 
and have, relative to career stage, a distinguished record of 
publication, research, service, and teaching. Compensation 
commensurate with qualifications.

  Case is an integral part of one of the major research medical 
complexes in the country. It also has a major presence in various 
science and engineering disciplines. Geographically, it is located on 
the eastern edge of Cleveland, in northeast Ohio, adjacent to 
University Circle, home to the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra, the 
Cleveland Museum of Art, and many other cultural institutions. There 
is a wide variety of housing, schooling, and other amenities nearby.

  The Department has approximately 20 faculty, with several focused 
research areas. The Department is responsible for service (beginning 
with calculus), majors, and graduate instruction. Nominal teaching 
load is 2/2. The Department has a dedicated 8 CPU computational 
server with an SGI 3D graphics front end. Facilities of the Ohio 
Supercomputer Center are also available.

  Electronic applications only, to: James Alexander, 
math-faculty-position at case.edu, consisting of a letter of 
application, which indicates in which area of preference you wish to 
be considered, AMS cover sheet, a c.v., and the names and contact 
information for four referees to whom we may write. Evaluation of 
applications will begin December 15, 2005. Case is a recipient of a 
National Science Foundation ADVANCE institutional transformation 
grant to increase the participation of women in science and 
engineering. Case Western Reserve University is committed to 
diversity and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. 
Applications from women or minorities are especially encouraged.