Acting Assistant Professor, Mathematics

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington’s Department of Mathematics invites applications for Acting Assistant Professors for a nine‑month academic appointment beginning September 15, 2027, with a potential three‑year term at non‑renewable status. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in research, teaching, and service within a diverse academic community.

The base salary ranges from $8,333 to $9,444 per month, depending on experience and qualifications, and can be aligned with prevailing wage determinations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree in Mathematics or related field and a PhD or anticipated PhD by end of June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Contribute strong research and teaching in mathematics.
• Engage in service and activities within a diverse academic community.

Skills

Mathematics

Research

Teaching

Education

PhD in Mathematics or related field

Undergraduate degree in Mathematics or related field

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences: NATURAL SCIENCES DIVISION: Mathematics

Location

Seattle, WA

Open Date

Oct 15, 2026

Description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Washington invites applications for Acting Assistant Professors with an anticipated start date of September 15, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic, three-year, non-renewable appointment beginning September 15, 2027.

The base salary range for this position will be $8,333 to $9,444 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The successful candidate will be expected to do excellent research and teaching. This position offers the opportunity to help the department tackle the grand challenge of defining the shape of mathematics and mathematics research in response to rapid change and tremendous opportunity.

Located in one of the most dynamic and beautiful areas in the United States, the University of Washington is a premier research university, frequently cited as one of the best in the world. The Department of Mathematics is one of the top mathematics departments among public universities in the United States. The university and its surroundings abound with opportunities to do interdisciplinary research, engage in community-focused research, education, and service, and collaborate with private and governmental organizations. The Seattle metropolitan area provides abundant culinary, cultural, recreational, and educational resources and experiences.

Qualifications

Applicants for this instructional faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications: an undergraduate degree in Mathematics or a related field, and a PhD or the expectation that the PhD will be awarded no later than the end of June, 2027.

Benefits Information

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information .

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Disability Services

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