CAIMS*SCMAI E-News Volume 07 Number 6 October 31, 2007 Editor: Abba Gumel (gumelab@cc.umanitoba.ca) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONTENT Society News: 1. CAIMS*SCMAI 2008 Election: Call for Nominations 2. CAIMS*SCMAI Committee Membership 3. ICIAM 2007 Search Positions: 4. Postodoctoral and Graduate Studentship Positions in Mathematical Biology at UBC 5. Operations Research Position at York University 6. Mathematical Finance Position at York University 7. Category Theory and its Applications Position at York University 8. Tenure Track Position in Mathematical Modelling at University of Saskatchewan = = = = Item 1 = = = = CAIMS*SCMAI 2008 Election: Call for Nominations (by Jacques Belair) CAIMS*SCMAI will be holding an election next year (March 2008) for * Treasurer * Two Members at Large on the Board of Directors All members of CAIMS*SCMAI are encouraged to suggest names of candidates for these offices. Nominations should reach the Chair of the Nominations Committee, Jacques Belair (belair@crm.umontreal.ca) by 31st December, 2007. = = = = Item 2 = = = = CAIMS*SCMAI Committee Membership (by Bob Russell) Cecil Graham Doctoral Dissertation Award Committee: Ray Spiteri (Saskatchewan), Chair Thomas Hillen (Alberta) Henry Wolkowicz (Waterloo) Arthur Beaumont Distinguished Service Award Committee: Serpil Kocabiyik (Memorial), Chair Bryant Moodie (Alberta) Sue Ann Campbell (Waterloo) CAIMS Research Prize Committee: Mike Mackey (McGill), Chair Anthony Pierce (UBC) Michel Fortin (Laval ) Gordon Swaters (Alberta) Nominating Committee: Jacques Belair (Montreal), Chair Serpil Kocabiyik (Memorial) Rob Corless (UWO) Annual Meeting Handbook Committee: Bill Langford (Guelph), Chair Abba Gumel (Manitoba) Paul Muir (St. Mary’s) Huaxiong Huang (York) Jack Macki (Alberta) Scientific Program Committee: Bill Langford (Guelph), Chair Raymond Spiteri (Saskatchewan) Abba Gumel (Manitoba) Huaxiong Huang (York) Jack Macki (Alberta) ICIAM Liaison Committee: Ken Jackson (Toronto) Bob Russell (SFU) Bill Langford (Guelph) Publications Committee: Abba Gumel (Manitoba), Chair Rod Edwards (Victoria) Ken Jackson (Toronto) Michel Delfour (Montreal) Jack Macki (Alberta) Xingfu Zou (Western Ontario) Dhavide Aruliah (UOIT) Fund Raising Committee: Serpil Kocabiyik (Memorial) Bill Langford (Guelph) Paul Muir (St. Mary's) Membership Committee: Ian Frigaard (UBC) Chair Anne Bourlioux (Montreal) Paul Muir (St. Mary's) Michel Delfour (Montreal) Patrick Montgomery (Northern BC) Bob Russell (SFU) John Bowman (Alberta) Richard Pancer (Toronto) Justin Wan (Waterloo) Serpil Kocabiyik (MUN) Human Rights Committee: Ken Jackson (Toronto), Chair Gail Wolkowicz (McMaster) Sue Ann Campbell (Waterloo) CAIMS/SCMAI Representatives to Other Organizations for 2007-8: Representative to ICIAM 2011 Congress: Ken Jackson (Toronto) Representative to the CMS: Victor LeBlanc (Ottawa) Representative to the Fields Institute: Ken Jackson (Toronto) Representative to PIMS: Ian Frigaard (UBC Representative to CRM: Jacques Belair (Montreal) Representative to MITACS: John Stockie (SFU) Representative to the Canadian Forum on Education in Mathematics: Jacques Belair (Montreal) Representative to ICIAM (Council): Bob Russell (SFU) Representative to new Mathematics - NSERC Liaison Committee: Bill Langford (Guelph) = = = = Item 3 = = = = ICIAM 2007 (by Ken Jackson) The 6th International Congress on Industrial and Applied Mathematics -- ICIAM 2007 -- was held in Zurich 16-20 July 2007. It was a very exciting meeting with over 3,000 registered delegates and a wide array of talks covering a vast range of topics in Applied and Industrial Mathematics. CAIMS members figured prominently in the meeting: - Pauline van den Driessche (University of Victoria) gave the Olga Taussky Todd lecture entitled "Matrices in Action for Epidemic Models", - Michel Fortin (Université Laval) gave an Invited Plenary Talk entitled "Contact Problems in Solid Mechanics", - Barbara Keyfitz (Fields Institute, Toronto) gave an Invited Plenary Talk entitled "Hyperbolic Conservation Laws: Past and Future", - Ivar Ekeland (PIMS Institute, Vancouver) gave the Public Lecture entitled "The best of all possible worlds: the idea of optimization". In addition, Canadians were active in many minisynosia and contributed sessions. The consensus of most people I talked to was that ICIAM 2007 was a great success, lifting ICIAM to a new level. We're looking forward to carrying on the tradition with an even better Congress in Vancouver, 18-22 July 2011. Plans for ICIAM 2011 are progressing well. The President of the meeting is Arvind Gupta (MITACS) and the Scientific Co-Chairs are Ivar Ekeland (PIMS) and Jerry Marsden (California Institute of Technology). The Steering Committee consists of - Arvind Gupta, Chair - Jim Crowley and Ken Jackson, Vice-Chairs - Ivar Ekeland and Jerry Marsden, Scientific Co-Chairs of the Meeting - Bob Russell and Bill Langford (CAIMS) - Barbara Keyfitz, Francois Lalonde (Canadian Math Institutes) - Rachel Kuske and John Stockie - Marty Golubitsky (SIAM) - Randy LeVeque One of the main steps that the Steering Committee took last year was to appoint a Scientific Advisory Committee. This committee is responsible for nominating members of the Scientific Program Committee. All nominees will be reviewed by the Steering Committee, who will then make official nominations to the ICIAM Council. After the Scientific Program Committee has been appointed, the Scientific Advisory Committee will disband. The members of the Scientific Advisory Committee are - John Ball, Oxford - Rafael Correa, Chile - Weinan E, Princeton and Peking University - Ivar Ekeland, PIMS, Congress Scientific Co-Chair - Martin Grötschel, Berlin - Arvind Gupta, Congress President - Jerry Marsden, Congress Scientific Co-Chair - William Pulleyblank, IBM - Ian Sloan, ICIAM - Margaret Wright, Courant There is now a long list of nominees for the Scientific Program Committee. The Scientific Advisory Committee and the Steering Committee is now working on selecting a subset of these nominees for the Scientific Program Committee. The members of the Committee should be announced soon. Once the Scientific Program Committee is ratified by the ICIAM Board, it will begin the very important task of choosing the themes of the meeting, selecting the invited speakers and organizing some invited minisymposia. The ICIAM Steering Committee has also established three subcommittees: - Finance Committee (CAIMS rep: Paul Muir) - Fund raising Committee (CAIMS rep: Sam Shen) - Publications and Promotions Committee (CAIMS reps: Rob Corless and Ken Jackson) The organization ICIAM 2011 is progressing on schedule as outlined in our original bid document. We are looking forward to a great meeting in Vancouver. I hope to see you there. ====== Item 4 ====== Postdoctoral and Graduate Student positions for 2008, Mathematical Biology, University of British Columbia Depending on availability of funding, we may have a number of opportunities for outstanding young scientists seeking either post-graduate (MSc., PhD.) or post-doctoral position(s) in the following areas: (1) Modelling the cytoskeleton, cell motility, and signal transduction: The research focuses on the regulation of the actin cytoskeleton and implications for cell polarity and motility. Incoming graduate students should have a BSc. (and excellent track record) in mathematics, including differential equations and exposure to modelling. Some background in biology at the undergraduate level is highly desirable. Incoming post-doctoral fellows are sought from either experimental cell biology background (with strong interest in quantitative methods and modelling) or mathematical/biophysics background (with strong interest and track record in cell-biology modelling). (2) Biomedical modeling of physiological systems and disease. Our MITACS-funded projects at UBC Dept. of Mathematics have included research on Type 1 Diabetes, Alzheimer's Disease, and immunology. We occasionally have openings on projects sponsored by industrial partners. Internships that combine modeling and experimental work are also occasionally available. In both cases, preference will be given to candidates with track record in research, with good communication skills, and with ability to work well both independently and in a team. For application procedures and links, please visit: http://www.math.ubc.ca/~keshet/MathBioAd.html Submitted by: Leah Edelstein-Keshet (keshet@math.ubc.ca). ===== Item 5 ===== Operations Research Position at York University Applications are invited for one tenure-track appointment in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Operations Research to commence July 1, 2008. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand or near completion (expected in 2008), a proven record of independent research excellence, and superior teaching ability. Preference will be given to candidates who can strengthen existing areas of present and ongoing research activity. The successful candidate must be eligible for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Applications must be received by January 15, 2008. Applicants should send resumes and arrange for three signed letters of recommendation (one of which should address teaching) to be sent directly to: Operations Research Search Committee Department of Mathematics and Statistics N520 Ross, York University 4700 Keele Street Toronto, Ontario Canada M3J 1P3 E-mail: or.recruit@mathstat.yorku.ca, Website: www.math.yorku.ca/Hiring All positions at York are subject to budgetary approval. York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Submitted by Susan Rainey (srainey@yorku.ca) = = = = Item 6 = = = = Mathematical Finance Position at York University Applications are invited for one tenure-track appointment in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Mathematical Finance to commence July 1, 2008. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand or near completion (expected in 2008), a proven record of independent research excellence, and superior teaching ability. Preference will be given to candidates who can strengthen existing areas of present and ongoing research activity. The successful candidate must be eligible for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Applications must be received by January 15, 2008. Applicants should send resumes and arrange for three signed letters of recommendation (one of which should address teaching) to be sent directly to: Mathematical Finance Search Committee Department of Mathematics and Statistics N520 Ross, York University 4700 Keele Street Toronto, Ontario Canada M3J 1P3 E-mail: finance.recruit@mathstat.yorku.ca, Website: www.math.yorku.ca/Hiring All positions at York are subject to budgetary approval. York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Submitted by Susan Rainey (srainey@yorku.ca) = = = = = Item 7 = = = = = Category Theory and its Applications Position at York University Applications are invited for one tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics to commence July 1, 2008. Candidates in the area of Category Theory and its applications to mathematics, computer science or physics will be considered. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in hand or near completion (expected in 2008), a proven record of independent research excellence, and superior teaching ability. The successful candidate must be eligible for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Preference will be given to candidates who can strengthen existing areas of present and ongoing research activity. Applications must be received by January 15, 2008. Applicants should send resumes and arrange for three signed letters of recommendation (one of which should address teaching) to be sent directly to: Pure Mathematics Search Committee Department of Mathematics and Statistics N520 Ross, York University 4700 Keele Street Toronto, Ontario Canada M3J 1P3 E-mail: puremath.recruit@mathstat.yorku.ca, Website: www.math.yorku.ca/Hiring All positions at York are subject to budgetary approval. York University is an Affirmative Action Employer. The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Submitted by Susan Rainey (srainey@yorku.ca) = = = = Item 8 = = = = Tenure Track Position in Mathematical Modelling at University of Saskatchewan The Department of Mathematics & Statistics in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a tenure-track position in the area of Mathematical Modeling (code:AP08) at the Assistant Professor level effective July 1, 2008. The department is seeking an individual who has established accomplishments, outstanding promise of research, and who is actively engaged in the practice of mathematical modeling. Applicants must have a doctoral degree. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in teaching and graduate supervision, and will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally-funded research program. For more information on the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and its research activities, see URL http://math.usask.ca/ The College of Arts & Science offers a dynamic combination of programs in the humanities and fine arts, the social sciences and the sciences. There are over 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students in the College and 325 faculty, including 12 Canada Research Chairs. The College emphasizes student and faculty research, interdisciplinary programs, community outreach and international opportunities. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of about 20,000. The university is one of Canada's leading research-intensive universities. Application material must include the candidate's Curriculum Vitae and list of publications. Applicants should also arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent directly from their referees. At least one letter of reference should include a detailed comment on the teaching abilities of the applicant. Candidates are also encouraged to supply a research statement and a teaching statement. Candidates must include a cover letter specifying that they are applying for position code AP08 and indicate if they are a Canadian citizen/permanent resident. All material should be sent to: Dr. Raj Srinivasan, Head Department of Mathematics and Statistics University of Saskatchewan 106 Wiggins Road Saskatoon, SK S7N 5E6 Email: mathstat_search@math.usask.ca Closing date for receipt of applications is January 15, 2008. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the University's Employment Equity Policy, the department welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Women, people of aboriginal descent, members of visible minorities, and people with disabilities are invited to identify themselves as members of these designated groups on their applications. Submitted by Cheryl Piche (cheryl@math.usask.ca). CAIMS*SCMAI E-News Information CAIMS*SCMAI E-News is distributed electronically several times a year by the Canadian Applied and Industrial Mathematics Society/Societe Canadienne de Mathematiques Appliquees et Industrielles (http://www.caims.ca). Past issues are available on the web at http://www.caims.ca/Society/pub.html Submissions are welcome and should be sent in plain text format to: Abba Gumel, CAIMS-SCMAI Secretary, Email: gumelab@cc.umanitoba.ca. 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