Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Science (Mathematics) - Dr. Weiren Zhao

About this position

Description

The Division of Science, Mathematics Department at New York University Abu Dhabi is looking to recruit a postdoctoral associate to work with Weiren Zhao on subjects including (in no particular order):

Stability/Instability of coherent structures in 2D/3D flows.

Stability/Instability in geophysical fluids and plasma physics.

Spectral theory for non-self-adjoint operators.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (or be close to completing one). The candidate must have received the doctoral degree within the past 5 years. Ph.D. holders with a strong publication record and a background in analysis and PDE are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

Application Instructions

To be considered, all applicants need to submit

cover letter

curriculum vitae with a full publication list

statement of research interests

representative publications

three recommendation letters.

The anticipated appointment start date is September 2027, and applications will be considered on a rolling basis. If you have any questions, please email

wz19@nyu.edu

.

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