JOB · Mathematicians · Open since 2026-10-08

Will AI replace most mathematicians?

Far fewer mathematicians are needed.

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@Bidziil1964
722 AI-generated math manuscripts. Ten long-open problems solved for ~$2,000. What happens to the expert when rarity becomes cheap?2026-10-08 · Source ↗not in the panel
@KentBeck
We prove theorems. The genie proves theorems better. Who are we now?2026-10-09 · Source ↗

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@Yuchenj_UW
A math PhD and her advisor spent 6 months proving a theorem. Before publishing, they asked ChatGPT. AI found a more elegant proof quickly, using an approach they'd never considered.2026-10-09 · Source ↗

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