Subject: Society for Mathematical Biology Digest

SMB Digest  October 28, 2014  Volume 14  Issue 44
ISSN 1086-6566

Editor: Ray Mejía ray(at)smb(dot)org

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Issue's Topics:
   Workshop: Micro and Macro Systems in the Life Sciences, June 8-13
   Scholarship, Master 2 in Systems and Synthetic Biology, Evry, France
   Call for Submission, JETC 2015, May 20-22, Nancy, France
   Postdoc, Mathematical Biology/Applied Mathematics/Statistics, NCSU
   Tenure-track Positions, Mathematical Biology/Evolutionary Theory
   Tenure-track Positions, Mathematics and Statistics, Texas Tech U
   Assistant Professor, Applied Math/Stat, U of Washington, Tacoma
   Faculty Position, Mathematical Sciences, NJIT
   SMBnet Reminders


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From: Urszula Ledzewicz <uledzew@siue.edu>
Date: Thu, Oct 23, 2014 at 1:14 PM
Subject: Workshop: Micro and Macro Systems in the Life Sciences, June 8-13

We would like to announce the US-Poland International Workshop: Micro and
Macro Systems in the Life Sciences, MMSLS 2015. This scientific event will
be held at the Stefan Banach International Mathematical Center of the Polish
Academy of Sciences in Bedlewo, Poland, June 8-13, 2015. The Center is located
in a beautifully restored castle that has been hosting numerous mathematical
conferences as one of a more successful conference centers in Europe.

The workshop goals are to bring together applied mathematicians and
researchers working on various levels of systems describing phenomena
in the life sciences in order to exchange ideas and initiate and promote
collaborations. The problems under consideration among others will include
micro and macro systems in cancer biology, multi-scale modeling in physiology,
epidemiology and infectious diseases and intracellular and intercellular
signaling. The workshop will emphasize the mathematical tools currently
available and then focus on what new tools are needed to be developed in
order to address the current challenges in life sciences. Proceedings are
expected to be published as a special issue of the journal Mathematical
Biosciences and Engineering.

The event is sponsored by the Polish Academy of Science and the University
of Warsaw. Additional support from the European Union, the National Science
Foundation of the US and the Society for Mathematical Biology is sought.

Scientific Committee: M. Lachowicz (U. of Warsaw, Poland), U. Ledzewicz,
(Southern Illinois U., USA) (also Co-Chairs of the Organizing Committee),
Honorary Co-Chairs: A. Friedman, (Ohio State U. USA), B. Bojarski (PAN,
Poland), Members: Y. Kuang, (Arizona State U., USA), H. Schaettler,
(Washington U., USA), A. Swierniak, (Silesian U. of Technology, Poland),
R. Rudnicki, (PAN, Poland). A. Marciniak-Czochra, (U. of Heidelberg,
Germany). M. Chaplain, (U. of Dundee, UK), A. d'Onofrio, (Int. Prevention
Research Inst., France), N.  Bellomo, (Techn. U. of Turin, Italy), V. Capasso,
(U. of Milan, Italy), J.  Banasiak, (U. of Kwazulu-Natal, S. Africa).

The deadline for abstract submission is March 1, 2015. For more
information, visit workshop's website at: http://microandmacro.icm.edu.pl/.


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From: Dominique Zeliszewski <dominique.zeliszewski@issb.genopole.fr>
Date: Fri, Oct 24, 2014 at 9:51 AM
Subject: Scholarship, Master 2 in Systems and Synthetic Biology, Evry, France

Dear colleague,

A limited number of stipends may be proposed to foreign students in the
Master in Systems & Synthetic Biology, mSSB (http://www.mSSB.fr) on the
basis of academic excellence. These stipends cover living and registration
costs for the teaching period and may be accumulated with the one served to
Master 2 students by the laboratory hosting the internship from February
on. So we would appreciate your help in transmitting this information to
potentially interested students, and putting them in contact with us.

Interested students are invited to visit as soon as possible the webpage:
http://www.issb.genopole.fr/Education/foreign-students

Candidates selected by the mSSB committee for a scholarship proposal will
be notified by e-mail, and will be informed of scholarship application
procedures.  The other applicants will still be eligible for the mSSB program.


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From: Maggy Aulon <maggy.aulon@univ-lorraine.fr>
Date: Mon, Oct 27, 2014 at 10:04 AM
Subject: Call for Submission, JETC 2015, May 20-22, Nancy, France

JETC 2015
13th Joint European Thermodynamics Conference

May 20-22, 2015
Nancy, France

The call for papers for JETC2015 conference is open.    
As from now, you can therefore submit your abstract for both oral and
poster contributions. 

Template and instructions for submissions are available on the conference
website: http://jetc2015.event.univ-lorraine.fr

The deadline is February, 27th, 2015.

Please make sure to follow the guidelines, and verify that your document is in
word format, not paginated nor locked, and with a white background.

Notification of acceptance of your abstract will be sent before April.

We remain at your disposal for any further information,
Sincerely,
The organizing Committee


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From: Alun Lloyd <alun_lloyd@ncsu.edu>
Date: Mon, Oct 27, 2014 at 3:17 PM
Subject: Postdoc, Mathematical Biology/Applied Mathematics/Statistics, NCSU

We are looking to hire one postdoc (possibly two, depending on availability
of funds) as part of an NSF-funded Research Training Group (RTG) in the
mathematical sciences at North Carolina State University.

Our program, titled "Parameter Estimation for Mechanistic Biological Models",
focuses on mathematical modeling of biological systems and challenges that
arise in confronting these models with real-world data. Mathematical and
statistical questions of particular interest include parameter estimation,
uncertainty quantification and experimental design. Biological emphases
are broad and are not limited to any particular system or scale of
organization, although current group members focus mostly on physiology
(e.g. cardiovascular dynamics and tissue dynamics) and population biology
(e.g. ecology, epidemiology, evolution and within-host dynamics).

Our RTG involves a number of projects, each of which involve
vertically-integrated teams of faculty, postdocs, graduate and undergraduate
students. Each postdoc will have a primary advisor drawn from the RTG faculty,
but will be expected to work with more than one of these groups and contribute
to mentoring group members. Active participation in RTG activities, such
as a seminar series and workshops, is expected. RTG postdocs will teach
one course per semester for the mathematics department.

RTG appointments are for three years, conditional on satisfactory
progress. All applicants must be US citizens, nationals or permanent
residents, and either hold a PhD in the mathematical sciences (or in
a related discipline) or be a graduate student who will complete such
a PhD before taking up the position.  Through the mathjobs.org system
( https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/6471 ), applicants should submit a
cover letter, CV, research statement, publication list and arrange to have
three letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf. Appointments will
start in January or August of 2015. We will begin considering applications
immediately and will continue to review applications until available
positions are filled.

See http://rtg.math.ncsu.edu for more details about our RTG and for further
details of these positions. Inquiries may also be directed to Alun Lloyd
(RTG Director): alun_lloyd@ncsu.edu


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From: Troy Day <troy.day@icloud.com>
Date: Tue, Oct 21, 2014 at 1:15 PM
Subject: Tenure-track Positions, Mathematical Biology/Evolutionary Theory

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Arts and Science at
Queen's University is seeking outstanding candidates for at least one and,
subject to budgetary approval, up to three Tenure-track faculty positions
at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a starting date of July 1,
2015. Candidates from all areas of mathematics and statistics are invited
to apply.

Candidates must have a PhD or an equivalent degree at the start date of the
appointment. The successful candidate(s) will provide evidence of high quality
scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research leading
to peer assessed publications, as well as strong potential for outstanding
teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and
an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support
of the department's programs. The successful candidate(s) will be expected
to work in areas of study that complement areas already represented in the
department (see http://www.mast.queensu.ca/), and to demonstrate evidence of
an ability to work in an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment. They
will also be expected to make substantive contributions through service to the
Department, to the Faculty of Arts & Science, to the University, and/or the
broader community. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's
is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and
welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people,
persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender
identity. All candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance
with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and Permanent
Residents of Canada will be given priority.

To comply with Federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical
information about how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian
citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify
their country of origin or citizenship, however, all applications must
include one of the following statements: "I am a Canadian citizen / permanent
resident of Canada"; OR, "I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident
of Canada". Applications that do not include this information will be
deemed incomplete.

A complete application consists of: a cover letter (including one of the
two statements regarding Canadian citizenship / permanent resident status
specified in the previous paragraph), a current Curriculum Vitae (including
a list of publications), a statement of research interests, a statement
of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and
evaluations if available), and at least four letters of reference (one of
which addresses teaching abilities and/or potential).

Application materials, with the possible exception of recommendation letters,
should be submitted through http://www.mathjobs.org. Recommendation letters
may be uploaded directly on http://www.mathjobs.org, or sent by e-mail
to position@mast.queensu.ca, or mailed to: the Department of Mathematics
and Statistics, Jeffery Hall, University Ave., Kingston, ON Canada, K7L
3N6. In order to ensure full consideration, complete applications should
be received by November 17, 2014.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants
with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an
applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during
the interview process, please contact: the Department of Mathematics and
Statistics, Marge Lambert, at lambertm@mast.queensu.ca, phone number 613-
533-2440.

Additional information about Queen's University, which may be of interest to
prospective faculty members, can be found at
http://www.queensu.ca/facultyrecruitment.

Academic staff at Queen's University are governed by a Collective Agreement
between the Queen's University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University
which is posted at
http://www.queensu.ca/provost/faculty/facultyrelations/qufa/collectiveagreement.html.


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From: Wang, Alex <alex.wang@ttu.edu>
Date: Wed, Oct 22, 2014 at 2:41 PM
Subject: Tenure-track Positions, Mathematics and Statistics, Texas Tech U

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics (M&S) at Texas Tech
University invites applications for four tenure-track assistant
professor positions beginning fall 2015. A Ph.D.  degree at
the time of appointment is required. M&S has active research
groups in both pure and applied mathematics and in statistics (see
http://www.math.ttu.edu/FacultyStaff/research.shtml). The department fosters
a spirit of interdisciplinary collaboration across areas of mathematics
and statistics as well as with engineering and the physical and biological
sciences. M&S is seeking candidates who will be engaged in nationally visible
scholarship, establish externally-funded research programs, interact with the
existing research groups in the department, participate in interdisciplinary
collaborations and service, involve graduate students in their research,
and show excellence in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

One position will be in statistics, with a preference for candidates in
probability theory/stochastic processes. The second position will be in
biostatistics, with a preference for candidates who will collaborate with
researchers in environmental toxicology, biological sciences and/or public
health. The third position will be complex analysis and/or applications
of complex analysis. The fourth position will be in mathematical
and computational modelling, with a preference for candidates who will
collaborate with researchers in biomathematics, applied mathematics and/or
computational mathematics. Candidates with very strong records who will
bring externally sponsored research to Texas Tech will be considered for
associate or full professor ranks.

Please apply, using the Requisition ID 1818BR, at
http://www.texastech.edu/careers/
Include a completed AMS standard cover sheet and a vita.

Three letters of reference plus any material in addition to that completed
online should be sent to:
Alex Wang, Hiring Committee Chair,
Department of Mathematics and Statistics,
Texas Tech University,
Lubbock, TX 79409-1042.
alex.wang@ttu.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately.
Texas Tech University is committed to diversity among its faculty. We strongly
encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities,
and veterans, and we consider the needs of dual career couples.

Texas Tech University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.


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From: John E. Banks <banksj@u.washington.edu>
Date: Thu, Oct 23, 2014 at 9:51 AM
Subject: Assistant Professor, Applied Math/Stat, U of Washington, Tacoma

Assistant Professor of Applied Mathematics or Statistics

The University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for a tenure-track
Assistant Professor in Applied Mathematics or Statistics in the Division
of Sciences and Mathematics within the School of Interdisciplinary Arts
& Sciences (IAS). This is a full-time position with a nine-month service
period. The successful candidate will be an intellectually expansive scholar
with a proven record in applying quantitative methods to environmental
questions, who will work collaboratively with other faculty in the
environmental sciences and mathematics in the Division, as well as the
broader University of Washington community. Pedagogical responsibilities
include developing and teaching required quantitative courses for the new
M.S. in Environmental Science, including graduate environmental statistics,
numerical methods in environmental research, and applications of differential
equations in environmental research, in addition to teaching undergraduate
mathematics and statistics or quantitative environmental science courses. The
successful candidate will work with diverse student populations, involve
students in faculty research, build community connections, and integrate
new pedagogical techniques into teaching/learning.

This position enters at an exciting time at UW Tacoma as we start our
first graduate degree in the natural sciences. The successful candidate
will play a lead role in helping to develop and coordinate a new M.S. in
Environmental Science and will contribute to existing undergraduate degree
offerings in Environmental Science (B.S.) and the Mathematics minor. The
position begins September 2015, requires an earned doctorate (or foreign
equivalent) in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or related field (such
as Quantitative Ecology) at the time of appointment, and is contingent
on funding. Candidates in the final stages of their dissertation will be
appointed on an acting basis.

The Tacoma campus of the University of Washington was established in 1990
with an interdisciplinary approach to education at its foundation. It has
evolved into a thriving downtown campus that serves students with a wide
range of ages and backgrounds from the South Puget Sound region. Faculty
have access to the resources of a major research university, including
an extensive library system, but work and teach within a small campus
setting. Our campus provides a unique environment for the development
of creative teaching, research and community collaborations. The campus
commitment to diversity is central to maintaining an atmosphere where
students, staff, and faculty find abundant opportunities for intellectual,
personal and professional growth within our campus and broader community.
For more information about UW Tacoma, visit
http://www.tacoma.washington.edu.

To apply, please submit:
1. letter delineating your interests and qualifications, a description of
research projects underway, and your teaching experience. Applicant statements
should detail how their teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported
the success of students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that
are underrepresented in their academic fields; applicants who have not yet
had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will
further UW Tacoma's commitment to diversity;
2. curriculum vitae, including a list of courses taught,
3. statement of your teaching philosophy,
4. an article-length writing sample (e.g., a journal article for which you
are primary author),
5. evidence of teaching effectiveness, and
6. three letters of reference.
Submit all application materials through
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/4968. Application materials,
including letters of recommendation, received via email will not be
considered. Screening of applicants will begin December 1st 2014 and will
continue until the position is filled. For further information, e-mail Dr.
Erica Cline, search chair, at ecline@uw.edu.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the Equal Employment
Opportunity questionnaire that is linked to the confirmation email. This
information will not be shared with the search committee.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin,
sex, age, status as protected veterans, or status as qualified individuals
with disabilities. UW Tacoma faculty engage in teaching, research, and
service and generally participate in lower division, upper division, and
graduate instruction.


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From: Diekman, Casey <casey.o.diekman@njit.edu>
Date: Mon, Oct 27, 2014 at 4:19 PM
Subject: Faculty Position, Mathematical Sciences, NJIT

The Department of Mathematical Sciences (DMS) at the New Jersey Institute
of Technology seeks candidates to fill a tenure-track/tenured position
at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level in the general area of
Applied Mathematics. Candidates are sought from all fields of Applied
Mathematics. The Department is particularly interested in candidates whose
research interests are consistent with the existing research strengths in
scientific computation/numerical analysis, modeling/asymptotic analysis,
PDE's and dynamical systems, with focused research groups in applications
to fluid dynamics, mathematical biology, and wave propagation.

DMS has experienced tremendous growth in research over the past two
decades, and is now recognized as having a leading national program in
applied mathematics.  The department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees,
with Ph.D. program tracks in Applied Mathematics as well as in Applied
Probability & Statistics. For more information about DMS faculty and programs,
visit http://math.njit.edu.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or a related field
and postdoctoral experience with strong research and teaching potential for
consideration at the Assistant Professor level and an appropriate record
of accomplishment in classroom teaching, mentoring doctoral students and
research publication and funding for consideration at the Associate or
Full Professor level. At the university's discretion, the prerequisites
may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of
the university an equivalent combination of education and experience that
prepares the candidate for success in the position.

Please visit https://njit.jobs, posting number 0602414, to apply. Submit
a cover letter, resume/CV, research and teaching statements, a summary of
teaching evaluations (if available), and names and contact information of
three references. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2014
and will continue until the position is filled.

To build a diverse workforce, NJIT encourages applications from individuals
with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women. EEO employer.

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Department of Mathematical Sciences
323 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Newark, NJ 07102


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