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Postdoctoral Researcher

Postdoctoral Researcher

Appalachian State University

Boone, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

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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 Posting Number 201501613P

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