Description of the situation

Postdoctoral researcher position in Quantitative Finance/Mathematical Economics

A postdoctoral researcher position in Quantitative Finance/Mathematical Economics is currently available in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science at the University of Waterloo. The postdoctoral researcher is expected to work with Professor Mario Ghoussoub and Professor Max Nendl. Possible topics may include risk sharing, general equilibrium theory and its applications, optimal transportation and its economic/financial applications, etc.

Appointments are usually one or two years long. Teaching is not mandatory for this position, but a postdoctoral fellow may have the opportunity to teach (with compensation) no more than one course in statistics or actuarial science per academic year based on teaching qualifications.

The position start date is flexible, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants must submit the required documents at mathjobs.org By November 15, 2025.

Applicants are expected to have a doctoral degree. Degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, quantitative finance, actuarial science, mathematical economics or a related field. Applicants are asked to submit: a cover letter, a CV, and a research statement describing current and previous research Names, addresses and email addresses From three academic references.

The University of Waterloo is committed to implementing the calls to action established by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional lands of the Neutral, Anishinabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. The University of Waterloo is located on the Haldimand Land, the land ceded to the Six Nations which includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.

The university values ​​the diverse and intersecting identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University considers equality and diversity to be an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to providing access for all employees. The University of Waterloo is looking for applicants who embrace our values ​​of equality, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racistA Person with disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; However, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

The University of Waterloo is committed to providing accessibility for people with disabilities. If you are You have any application, For interview or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources athrhelp@uwaterloo.caor 519-888-4567, ext. 35935.

At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, located in a rapidly growing community called the Innovation Hub. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; However, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the hiring process.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/fauw/why.