Job Details
Postdoctoral Fellow - Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Description
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $62,132 – $100,000 per year
Posted: 11/14/2025
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Mathematics; +3
Institution: Johns Hopkins University – Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Position Overview
The Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Johns Hopkins University invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellow positions.
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Appointment Duration: 2 years (with possibility of renewal depending on funding)
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Teaching Load: At most 1 course per semester; often as little as 1 course per year
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Start Requirement: Ph.D. must be completed prior to appointment and no later than August 31, 2026
The position provides ample time for research while offering limited teaching responsibilities. Fellows will work closely with Bloomberg Distinguished Professor Domenico Giannone.
Research Focus
Professor Giannone’s research lies at the intersection of:
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Economics
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Applied Statistics
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Data Science
Key Areas for Postdoctoral Fellows:
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Applied statistics and econometrics
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High-dimensional data analysis
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Forecasting and predictive modeling
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Machine learning methods
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Applications using text and other non-traditional data sources
The fellow will:
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Collaborate with Professor Giannone on interdisciplinary research
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Contribute to developing cutting-edge quantitative methods
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Co-author publications
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Participate in seminars and collaborative initiatives
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Pursue independent but complementary research
Qualifications
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Completed Ph.D. by 8/31/2026 in a relevant field (e.g., Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics)
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Demonstrated promise in research and teaching
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit:
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AMS standard coversheet
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Curriculum Vitae
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Description of research interests
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At least three letters of recommendation
Application Portal: Apply via Interfolio
Contact for Research Alignment:
Professor Domenico Giannone – domenico.giannone@jhu.edu
(Include “Postdoctoral Fellow” in the email subject line)
Recommended Application Deadline: 12/31/2025 for full consideration
Salary & Benefits
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Salary Range: $62,132 – $100,000 (based on experience, skills, education, and internal equity)
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Comprehensive benefits for health, career, and retirement: JHU Benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
Johns Hopkins University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
EEO information: Know Your Rights – EEOC