Assistant Professor of Pure Mathematics - Utah State University : Job Details

The Mathematics and Statistics Department at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mathematics, with a starting date of August 1, 2025. We seek a candidate with expertise in algebra, geometry, or topology, with a view to enhancing the strengths of our existing research groups in these areas.

The pure math group in the Mathematics and Statistics Department at USU values a unified and interdisciplinary approach within mathematics and maintains an active graduate program. We welcome applicants whose research area overlaps with – but does not duplicate – those of our existing faculty members.

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2024, with the position open until filled.

The position is a full-time, nine-month (academic year) appointment with a 50:45:5 division of effort between research, teaching, and service. University expectations include (i) establishing a strong independent research program which achieves national recognition through publications and funding, (ii) teaching of mathematics at the undergraduate and graduate level, active mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students, and active involvement in the pure math group's seminars, (iii) engaging effectively in service, for example, through student supervisory committees.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in mathematics or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in both research and teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral experience.
• Potential to enhance and extend USU's pure math group.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Submit CV via the USU jobs website (upload at the beginning of application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”).
• Upload additional files as outlined on MathJobs website:

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Commensurate with experience and education, plus excellent benefits.

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