Role overview
The Department of Computer Science at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, jointly with the Center for Computational Mathematics (CCM) of the Simons Foundation’s Flatiron Institute invites outstanding candidates to apply for a joint computer science faculty position in the general area of machine learning.
The position is a 50-50 joint appointment between The Cooper Union and CCM, with the appointee allocating half of their effort in each place.
At The Cooper Union, the position is a tenured track full-time faculty position in computer science and will be engaged in accordance with Cooper Union’s relevant policies and procedures. At CCM, the position will be at the Associate Research Scientist level, in accordance with the Simons Foundation’s relevant policies and procedures.
The position is based at the Simons Foundation and The Cooper Union offices in New York City. It is expected that, subject to satisfactory progress in research, the Associate Research Scientist appointment at CCM will last for the duration of three years; afterwards, the joint appointment will end and the person in this position will continue with their faculty appointment at The Cooper Union.
What we're looking for
Two or more years of postgraduate research experience
Ability to do original and outstanding research in machine learning
Demonstrated expertise in software and algorithm development, computational methods, data analysis, modeling, machine learning, high-performance and parallel computing, or scientific simulation;
Expertise in mathematical modeling, analysis and/or scientific computation, scientific software and algorithm development, and data analysis;
Ability to work well in an interdisciplinary environment, and to collaborate with experimentalists;
Oral and written communication, data documentation, and presentation skills required;
Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time required; and,
Ability to present research and other types of work, internally and externally
*Application Instructions
Required Application Materials**
The application materials should include:
A cover letter that addresses interest in the joint position and how you envision your teaching and research will contribute to both institutions
A current curriculum vitae
A statement of your teaching philosophy (typically 1-2 pages)
A research statement that addresses your current activities and interests, your future plans and goals. This statement should specifically address how you would make use of the joint appointment and involve undergraduates in your research program (4 pages maximum).
One or two representative published research papers in PDF format.
Three confidential reference letters submitted directly to each institution.
Review of applications is ongoing with a priority deadline of December 20th, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
This is a unionized position at Cooper Union. This is a non-union position at Simons Foundation.
Important: in order to be considered for this joint appointment, candidates must submit their application to both CCM and Cooper Union. Click here to be directed to the Cooper Union application.
Nominations and reference letters should be sent to hr@cooper.edu and questions may be sent to Department Chair Sam Keene at sam.keene@cooper.edu. Letters should be submitted to CCM via Interfolio.
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $115,000- $130,000.
In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
*Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:**
Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.
The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law