SAMSI Seeks New Deputy Director

Position Summary

The Statistical and Applied Mathematical Sciences Institute (SAMSI) invites applications for the position of Deputy Director for a term of up to five years beginning July 1, 2014.

SAMSI is one of eight mathematical sciences institutes funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The Deputy Director will be a distinguished researcher who will provide scientific direction to the Institute and oversight of the SAMSI grant, and who will work closely with the Director on all aspects of the Institute's oversight and program activities. The Deputy Director will also be strongly encouraged to pursue his/her personal research in conjunction with the SAMSI programs or independently.

SAMSI is managed by a Directorate which comprises five members: the Director, the Deputy Director and three part time Associate Directors. The Director and Deputy Director form the executive side of the Directorate and are responsible for the administration of programs, human resources and personnel issues, financial operation and infrastructure. Together with the other members of the Directorate, they also share the responsibilities of the selection, development and implementation of SAMSI programs. More information on SAMSI is available via http://www.samsi.info/

The appointment will be made as a member of the research faculty at North Carolina State University. Rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Education Requirements: Candidate must have a minimum of a PhD in mathematics or statistics or equivalent.

Qualifications and Experience: Qualified candidates should be mathematicians or statisticians with excellent management skills and research record. Proven administrative experience is an asset. They should have a strong interest in developing the programs of the Institute.

Applicant Instructions: Interested candidates may apply by going to https://jobs.ncsu.edu. Select Search Jobs in left menu; a Keywords window will appear. Enter position number 00102319 and the position description will appear. Select "Apply to this Job", create an account if you do not have one and submit the application along with an up-to-date curriculum vitae, letter of application and names of three references. We seek candidates who would intend to stay for at least two years. Applications will be accepted at any time until the job is filled but we will begin reviewing applications around November 15, 2013. Informal inquiries may be addressed to Richard Smith, Director of SAMSI, [email protected]

AA/EOE. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation or genetic information. The College of Sciences welcomes the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners. For persons with disabilities requiring accommodations, please contact Human Resources by email at [email protected] or by calling (919) 515-3148.