Assistant Professor in Mathematics (Open Area)
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Assistant Professor in Mathematics (Open Area)
Requisition Number:
75464
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
15-Nov-2026
Date Posted:
15-Oct-2026
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Job Summary
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
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
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Research, Teaching and Service
What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer
Benefits
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 Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
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
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
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.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Donna Maes
Posting Contact Email: maesd@colorado.edu
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