About the position
Job Summary
The Department of Mathematics invites applications for a
tenure-track position, at the level of Assistant Professor. We are
especially interested in candidates with expertise in the areas of
algebraic geometry, homotopy theory, foundations, and functional
analysis, as well as candidates with expertise that involves
interdisciplinary collaboration between mathematics and computer
science or the mathematics of quantum physics. Outstanding
applicants from any research area may be considered. This position
will start in the Fall 2027 semester (August 2027).
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related
field by the start of the appointment. Successful candidates will
be expected to maintain an active, independent research program, to
teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and
to contribute to the service and intellectual life of the
department.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Who We Are
The Department of Mathematics presently has twenty-two tenured
and tenure-track faculty as well as five postdoctoral fellows. The
Mathematics Department has over fifty graduate students and serves
well over five hundred undergraduate majors and minors. We have a
broad range of research interests in Mathematics, including
Algebraic and Differential Geometry, Combinatorics, Logic and
Foundations, Mathematical Physics, Number Theory, Noncommutative
Geometry, Operator Algebras, PDE, Probability, and Topology.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Research, Teaching and Service
What We Can Offer
- Salary: $110,000 - $130,000
- Startup funding, a recruitment incentive, and a moving
allowance may be available to the successful candidate.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
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Be Statements
Be creative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field by the start of
the appointment, and minimum one semester experience teaching
undergraduate courses (experience while a graduate student is
ok).
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research Philosophy
- Generative AI Statement: Please submit a brief statement
either explaining how generative AI was used in the preparation of
this application or attesting that it was not used.
Additionally, during the application process you will be asked to
provide contact information for four references who will be
contacted to provide a confidential letter of recommendation
immediate after you apply. At least three letters of recommendation
must address research qualifications. At least one letter of
recommendation must address teaching qualifications.
For consideration, please apply by November 15, 2026.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
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information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
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Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Donna Maes
Posting Contact Email: maesd@colorado.edu
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