Assistant Instructional Professor
About the Role
The University of Chicago Department of Mathematics invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Successful candidates are typically two to four years past the Ph.D. These positions are intended for mathematicians whose work has been of outstandingly high caliber. Appointees are expected to have the potential to become leading figures in their fields. The appointment is generally for four years, with the possibility for renewal. The teaching obligation is up to three one-quarter courses per year.
Qualifications
- Completion of a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
Application Materials
Required materials are:
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- Three or more letters of reference, at least one of which addresses teaching ability
- A description of previous research and plans for future mathematical research
- A teaching statement
Applicants are strongly encouraged to include additional information related to their teaching experience, such as evaluations from courses previously taught, as well as an AMS cover sheet.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through Mathjobs: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/28780.
Contact
Questions may be directed to Emily Caliendo at ecaliendo@uchicago.edu.
Department of Mathematics
University of Chicago
5734 S. University Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
Pay
Salary range: $120,000–$145,000 for a nine-month academic appointment, paid over twelve months. Individuals may be eligible for summer salary.
Schedule
We will begin screening applications on October 1, 2026. Screening will continue until all available positions are filled.