Fields Institute Director Search
The Fields Institute for Research in Mathematical Sciences invites applications or nominations for the position of Director for a three- to five-year term (renewable once) beginning July 1, 2018 or as soon as convenient afterwards.
The Fields Institute for Research in Mathematical Sciences invites applications or nominations for the position of Director for a three- to five-year term (renewable once) beginning July 1, 2018 or as soon as convenient afterwards.
The Fields Institute is an independent research institute located on the St. George campus of the University of Toronto. The Institute's mission is to advance research in all areas of the mathematical sciences and to communicate the efficacy of mathematical research to the broader public. With 4000 registered annual participants from around the world, Fields programs bring together researchers and students, commercial and industrial users, and an interested public. See www.fields.utoronto.ca for more information.
Candidates should be active researchers in the mathematical sciences with high international stature, strong interpersonal and administrative skills, and have enthusiasm and vision for the Fields Institute.
A letter of application addressing the qualities above, together with a CV and names of three references should be sent to
. Expressions of interest or nominations are welcome and may also be sent to this address. Women and members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications or nominations will be considered until the position is filled, but the Search Committee plans to examine dossiers starting January 15, 2018.
DIRECTOR SEARCH COMMITTE:
Philip Siller, Hexagram, Vice Chair
Kim McAuley, Queen's, Vice Chair
Walter Craig, McMaster
Thierry Giordano, Ottawa
Arvind Gupta, UBC
Pekka Sinervo, Toronto
Fields Information:
Fields Institute profile
Fields Notes, from December 2017
Fields Institute Annual Report 2017 (includes Financial Statement for 2016-17)
Upcoming Thematic Programs
Upcoming GSA Activities