Tenure track professor position in algebra (Representation Theory)

Laval University; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Université Laval in Quebec City invites applications for a faculty position in mathematics, specializing in algebra and number theory, with priority given to representation theory. The appointment will normally be at the rank of assistant professor, with an expected start date in the summer of 2027.

The department seeks a candidate who will conduct research, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in French, recruit and supervise graduate students, obtain funding, and contribute to the

Qualifications

• PhD in mathematics (or near completion), preferably in algebra.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in French or plan to reach fluency within one year.
• Demonstrated research potential to develop independent, productive program.
• Ability to recruit and supervise graduate students.
• Willingness to collaborate with algebra and number theory team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish research in their area of expertise.
• Seek funding from major granting agencies.
• Recruit and supervise graduate students.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses in French.
• Contribute to the management and promotion of the department's programs.
• Participate in development and smooth operation of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Université Laval.

Education

PhD in mathematics

Job description

Position Description

Professor position in algebra (Representation Theory)

About Laval University

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Université Laval invites applications for a faculty position in mathematics, specializing in algebra and number theory. While applications from all subfields of algebra are welcome, priority will be given to candidates with specific expertise or a strong interest in representation theory. This recruitment aims to develop a core structuring axis in this field and related areas. The appointment will normally be at the rank of assistant professor, with an expected start date in the summer of 2027.

Université Laval is located in Quebec City, the national capital of Quebec and a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a large academic community and a vibrant French-speaking environment, Université Laval offers a stimulating living, research, and teaching environment.

Responsibilities

• conduct and publish research in their area of expertise;
• seek funding from major granting agencies;
• recruit and supervise graduate students;
• teach undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses in French, including large-enrollment service courses;
• contribute to the management and promotion of the department's programs;
• and, more broadly, participate in the development and smooth operation of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Université Laval.

Selection Criteria

• Hold, or be near completion of, a PhD (or an equivalent degree) in mathematics, preferably in algebra.
• Demonstrated ability or clear potential to deliver high-quality university teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrated research ability and potential to develop a productive, independent, and original research program.
• Potential to collaborate with existing members of the algebra and number theory team on topics such as combinatorics, Lie theory, and algebraic number theory.
• Demonstrated ability or capacity to recruit and supervise graduate students in the department's mathematics programs.
• Demonstrated potential or commitment to institutional and community service.
• Ability to teach in French, or a commitment to become fluent enough to do so within one year, along with the capacity to integrate into the institution's Francophone environment within a reasonable timeframe.
• Alignment of professional potential with the core competencies required for a faculty role:
  • o Analytical skills, capacity for synthesis, and sound judgment;
  • o Creativity and innovation;
  • o Strong communication skills;
  • o Interpersonal skills and openness;
  • o Ability to work effectively in teams and with partners;
  • o Autonomy and a strong sense of responsibility;
  • o Strong sense of ethics and duty;
  • o Ability to mentor and supervise individuals

Terms of Employment

Salary is commensurate with the collective agreement in effect.

Non-Francophone candidates must also clearly indicate their level of French proficiency in their cover letter and, if applicable, comment on their ability to reach a level sufficient to teach in French within one year.

For electronic submissions, all files must be in PDF format.

The closing date for applications is November 1, 2026.