Research Assistant Professor

The Clarkson Center for Complex Systems Science invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor to join an active research program at the intersection of complex systems, information theory, and critical phenomena.

Requirements

• Conduct original research in complex systems science with emphasis on information theory, criticality, emergent behavior, and related operator-theoretic or computational frameworks.
• Design, implement, and analyze computational experiments, simulations, and theoretical models relevant to the study of high-dimensional dynamical systems.
• Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and contribute to collaborative writing efforts across the research group and the Clarkson Center for Complex Systems Science (C3S2).
• Present research findings at internal seminars, interdisciplinary working groups, and external conferences.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying new research directions, proposing methodological improvements, and independently advancing project goals.
• Actively participate in the intellectual life of the Clarkson Center for Complex Systems Science, including seminars, reading groups, and collaborative research initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of center-wide research themes, interdisciplinary partnerships, and emerging project areas.
• Support the Center's mission by helping shape programming, outreach, and collaborative opportunities with faculty, students, and external partners.
• Provide guidance to undergraduate and graduate researchers working on complex systems projects, including training in computational methods, theoretical tools, and research best practices.
• Coordinate research activities across multiple projects, ensuring timely progress, clear documentation, and effective communication with collaborators.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship