The von Kármán Instructorship
The von Kármán Instructorship supports researchers in applied and computational mathematics, combining research linked to science and engineering with teaching and inclusive student mentorship at Caltech.
Funder: California Institute of Technology
Due Dates: November 15, 2026 (Application deadline for guaranteed consideration)
Funding Amounts: Two-year position with the possibility of a one-year extension
Summary: The instructorship combines research in applied and computational mathematics with teaching in Caltech’s Department of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.
Key Information: Instructors typically teach two one-quarter classes per year while pursuing research.
Description
The von Kármán Instructorship at the California Institute of Technology is a research and teaching position in the Department of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. It welcomes researchers showing exceptional promise in both areas, including those whose work connects computational mathematics with applications in science and engineering.
The research scope includes, but is not limited to, mathematics of data science, statistics, machine learning, numerical analysis, PDE analysis, optimization, probability, scientific computing, signal processing, and uncertainty quantification. Alongside research, instructors contribute to departmental teaching and work with a diverse student body. Teaching topics are mutually agreed upon to balance departmental needs with the instructor’s research interests, with attention to classroom instruction, student mentorship, and an inclusive, equitable learning environment.
