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Postdoctoral Researcher

Boone, NC · On-site

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Postdoctoral Researcher

Appalachian State

Boone, NC • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Position Title
Postdoctoral Researcher
Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank
No
Provide Rank
N/A
Position Number
089591
Department
Computer Science - 250600
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
Postdoctoral researcher working on NSF grant on deep induction rules for advanced data types grant. Reports to Paticia Johann, Computer Science Department.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Experience in logical relations, functional programming, type theory, and category theory, specifically categorical semantics of advanced data types
  • Ph.D. in Computer Science
  • Research experience required
License/Certification Required
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent research experience.
  • Strong background in functional programming, type theory, and category theory.
  • Interest in working on fundamental research questions on the themes of type-indexed programming, term-indexed programming, and indexed programming in general.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Researcher is to research on deep induction for advanced data types according to the NSF grant.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Background reading
  • Problem solving
  • Proving theories
  • Meeting with PI
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship?
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
Commensurate with experience
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
03/27/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins
04/11/2025
Proposed Date of Hire
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University's Job Board:
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • List of three professional references with contact information

Search Chair Name
Patricia Johann
Search Chair Email
johannp@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/50240
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