Hedrick Math Fellow 2027-28

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Mathematics at University of California, Los Angeles invites applications for Hedrick Math Fellow positions. Appointments are for two years, with possible renewal for a third year. A Ph.D.

in a relevant area by June 2027 is required, with demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. Teaching load is typically four courses per year. Specializations CAM, PIC, and FAM may adjust duties; applicants may indicate these as primary topics.

Qualifications

• PhD required by June 2027.
• Proven excellence in teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per year.
• Specializations may reduce teaching load or require focus in CAM, PIC, or FAM.
• Demonstrate commitment to mentoring diverse student populations.

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant area

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Hedrick Math Fellow

Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See Table 23. The salary for this position is $92,529 annually. See campus compensation page for additional information.

Application Window

Open date: October 20, 2026

Next review date: Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles, invites applications for E.R. Hedrick Math Fellow positions. Appointments are for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in a relevant area by June 2027 and should show evidence of excellence in teaching and research. Preference will be given to applicants whose research connects to faculty interests in the department or who can address specific teaching needs.

The teaching load for Hedrick Math Fellows is typically four courses per year. Apart from the standard Hedrick Math Fellow line, there are three specializations that address particular research and teaching needs in the department. Applicants hired for one of these specializations must be willing to primarily teach courses in these areas.

Specialization in Computational and Applied Mathematics (CAM): The teaching load for these positions is normally reduced by research funding to two one-quarter courses per year.

Specialization for Program in Computing (PIC): Applicants for this specialization must show strong promise as instructors for courses in computing.

Specialization in Financial Instruction (FAM): Applicants for this specialization should have expertise in financial and actuarial mathematics (FAM). We will also consider candidates with other mathematical backgrounds such as probability or statistics if they are willing to master the relevant FAM content for instructional purposes. This position is well suited for candidates without FAM background who are interested in a future career in this area.

Applicants for Hedrick Math Fellows interested in one or several of the specializations should indicate the corresponding acronym (CAM, PIC, FAM) as the primary topic under "Specialization" in their application on UC Recruit. Applicants not interested in these specializations can leave this field blank. All applicants should indicate the AMS Subject Classification that most accurately represents their research area.

As a campus with a diverse student body, we encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals with a history of mentoring underrepresented minorities in the sciences. The preferred candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented and underserved populations in the sciences, or demonstrate an interest in campus-wide or departmental programs that provide research and professional development opportunities for a diverse student body.

The annual salary for this position is $92,529.

Appointments will be effective July 1, 2027 or later. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. For fullest consideration, all application materials should be submitted on or before December 1, 2026.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching
• UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life‑saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles, Expand our reach as a global university, Enhance our research and creative activities, Elevate how we teach, Become a more effective institution. Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023‑28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service
• Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required
• Three letters of reference required and two extra are optional.

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Job location

Los Angeles, CA