The University of Chicago Department of Mathematics invites applications for the following positions:
The University of Chicago - Senior Instructional Professor (Open Rank)
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Chicago invites applications for a Senior Instructional Professor (SIP) rank appointment in the undergraduate program to serve as Director of Student Engagement. This is a full-time leadership position that offers opportunities for classroom teaching, and intellectual leadership in management of instructional personnel. The initial three-year appointment is expected to begin on 9/1/2023 and is renewable with opportunity for promotion. This is a career-track position with competitive salary and benefits. Appointment will be as Assistant, Associate, or Full Senior Instructional Professor based on experience.
A core responsibility of this role is to focus on issues related to the culture of the undergraduate program. Duties may include surveying our students, researching the pros and cons of approaches at peer institutions, and making recommendations to our undergraduate committee as well as to individual instructors and instructional professors.
The appointee will annually teach three courses, drawn primarily from the required core courses in our undergraduate program from calculus through multivariable calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, real analysis, and abstract algebra, depending on program needs.
In the administrative leadership role, the appointee will, in collaboration with a senior faculty member, directly supervise and evaluate other teaching personnel and manage their hiring, reappointments, and promotions; develop new programming and conduct one-on-one meetings to assist in the pedagogical training of all instructors; train academic appointees and compile placement data; and contribute to program operations, staff hiring, student recruitment, and the creation of an alumni network. The appointee will work closely with the graduate program staff to collaborate with various clubs and extracurricular activities to foster a better environment of learning and research.
Finally, the appointee will participate on the leadership team that consists of the Director of Undergraduate Studies and the co-directors and will help with student placement, advising, and managing.
The position includes support and time for professional development.
A PhD in mathematics or closely related field is required.
To be considered, please apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/117545.
Required materials are: (a) cover letter describing experience and/or evidence of potential in managing personnel, managing academic programs in mathematics, and mathematics program implementation or leadership, (b) curriculum vitae, (c) contact information for three references and (d) a teaching statement, including a teaching philosophy and overview of curricular development experience.
Applicants are encouraged to include additional materials such as syllabi of courses designed and taught.
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2023, and will continue until all available positions are filled.
All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
University of Chicago - Assistant Instructional Professor
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Chicago invites applications for positions at the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor. Appointments at this rank are for a term of up to three years with the possibility of renewal. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and the University. This is a career-track position with potential progression and competitive salary and benefits. Expected start date is September 1, 2023.
Position responsibilities include teaching up to six courses per year, contributions to the effective functioning of departmental programs of instruction, and ongoing professional development.
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2023, and will continue until all available positions are filled.
Minimum qualifications:
- completion of a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field is required prior to the start of appointment.
Preferred qualifications:
- Ability to teach a range of undergraduate courses in mathematics including single and multivariable calculus, and linear algebra.
Applicants must apply online at the University of Chicago's Academic Recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/117549.
A complete application consists of: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) teaching statement, including a history of courses taught, (3) three or more letters of reference, at least two of which must address teaching ability.
Optional: We encourage submission of additional materials that speak to teaching experience and ability, particularly copies of teaching evaluations. We also welcome materials on relevant experience with developing and managing a program of instruction, program development and/or coordination, syllabi development, and organizing educational conferences and workshops.
All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints; with cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression; and with welcoming and supporting all their members.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
University of Chicago – Assistant Professor
Position Description
The University of Chicago Department of Mathematics invites applications for the position 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.
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. If you have applied for an NSF Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship, please include that information in your application, and let us know how you plan to use it if awarded. Questions may be directed to judygarza@uchicago.edu. We will begin screening applications on November 1, 2022. Screening will continue until all available positions are filled.
Qualifications
Completion of a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
Application Instructions
Required materials are: (a) a cover letter, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) three or more letters of reference, at least one of which addresses teaching ability, (d) a description of previous research and plans for future mathematical research and (e) a teaching statement.
Applications must be submitted online through https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/20321.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
University of Chicago – L.E. Dickson Instructor
Position Description
The University of Chicago Department of Mathematics invites applications for the position of L.E. Dickson Instructor. This is open to mathematicians who have recently completed or will soon complete a doctorate in mathematics or a closely related field, and whose work shows remarkable promise in mathematical research. The initial appointment is for a term of up to three years. The teaching obligation is generally four one-quarter courses per year. If you are two or more years post Ph.D., we encourage you to apply for our Assistant Professor position as well at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/20321.
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. If you have applied for an NSF Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowship, please include that information in your application, and let us know how you plan to use it if awarded. Questions may be directed to judygarza@uchicago.edu. We will begin screening applications on November 1, 2022. Screening will continue until all available positions are filled.
Qualifications
Completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
Application Instructions
Required materials are: (a) a cover letter, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) three or more letters of reference, at least one of which addresses teaching ability, (d) a description of previous research and plans for future mathematical research and (e) a teaching statement.
Applications must be submitted online through https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/20322.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.