Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Associate

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Paid holidays and generous time off

Professional training opportunities

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

HSAs and flexible spending accounts

Employee wellbeing program

Financial counseling services

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Associate in the School of Mathematics for a three-year appointment beginning fall 2027 at the Minneapolis campus. The role emphasizes excellence in research and teaching with a teaching load of three one-semester courses per academic year. H-1B sponsorship may be provided for eligible candidates.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or its equivalent and will join a department known for global research impact.

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or its equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Teaching load of three one-semester courses per academic year.
• Active engagement in research and scholarly collaboration with faculty.

Education

Ph.D. in mathematics

Job description

About the Job

The Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Associate is a three-yearappointment in the School ofMathematics at the University of Minnesota that will beginin the fall semester 2027. We seek candidates with demonstratedexcellence in research and teaching. Preference will be given toapplicants whose research interests are compatible with faculty inthe department. The position has a teaching load of threeone-semester courses per academic year. Salary is competitive. Thedepartment is committed to building a diverse, supportive, andinclusive community for all students and faculty, and isparticularly interested in candidates who have a demonstratedinterest in furthering these goals.

Note that H-1B sponsorship may be provided to those who currentlyhold a valid visa and are present in the United States.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or itsequivalent.

About the Department

The School of Mathematics, located in the heart of the Universityof Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering, features oversixty faculty and more than 120 graduate students engaged inworld-class research across all areas of mathematics. Its coreeducational mission is to provide students with the analyticalskills to thrive in the modern workplace, while fostering aninclusive and inspiring environment where everyone can achievetheir full potential. The School is supported by numerous centerswhich extend the research and outreach missions of the department,including the Institute for Mathematics and its Applications, theMinnesota Center for Financial and Actuarial Mathematics, theMinnesota Center for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, and theSchool of Mathematics Center for Educational Programs which housesUMTYMP - our program for mathematically talented Minnesotayouth.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $66,000 - $69,000 annually.

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for moreinformation regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professionaltraining
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counselingat no cost

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversityand inclusion in enriching the employment experience of itsemployees and in supporting the academic mission. The University iscommitted to attracting and retaining employees with varyingidentities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to andopportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment withoutregard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successfulcompletion of a background check. Our presumption is thatprospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminalconvictions do not automatically disqualify finalists fromemployment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among thelargest public research universities in the country, offeringundergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude ofopportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of oneof the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities,students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit fromextensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers,international corporations, government agencies, and arts,nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized byForbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employerfor Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State(2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence &Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-lifeflexibility.