Research Associate and Lecturer in Mathematics

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's Department of Mathematics in Charlottesville invites applications for a Pitts Research Associate and Lecturer position. The successful candidates will conduct their own research under a faculty mentor and teach three courses per year. The appointment begins Fall term 2027, with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2027.

Applicants must be on track to receive a Ph.D. by June 2027 and must hold a Ph.D. at appointment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mathematics or closely related field by June 2027 and must hold PhD at time of appointment.
• Evidence of outstanding accomplishments and promise in research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research under supervision of a faculty mentor.
• Teach three courses per year.
• Position begins Fall term 2027 with start date around August 25, 2027.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, invites applications for a Pitts Research Associate and Lecturer position. The successful candidates will be expected to conduct their own research, under supervision of a faculty mentor, and teach three courses per year. The appointment begins with the fall term of 2027, with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2027.

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field by June 2027 and must hold a Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Applicants must present evidence of outstanding accomplishments and promise in both research and teaching. All candidates whose research interests complement the strengths of the department's current faculty will be considered. Priority will be given to applicants in Functional Anaylsis, Operator Algebras and Geometric Topology. In addition, preference will be given to candidates who have received their Ph.D. within the last three years.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification (FSAKA).

All positions carry an initial appointment of one year, renewable for two additional years, contingent on satisfactory performance.

The anticipated salary is $60,000.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at [e-mail]

For additional information about the position contact: [e-mail]

A competitive salary and benefits package is offered at University of Virginia. For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit https://postdoc.virginia.edu/ and https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

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The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .