Visiting Assistant Professor

TopSciNet; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Boston invites applications for the Robert T. Seeley Visiting Assistant Professor position in the Department of Mathematics. This is a one-year, non-tenure-track appointment beginning September 1, 2026, with a 1-1 teaching load.

The research area is open to all fields of pure and applied mathematics closely aligned with those in the department. The Department values a strong record or potential in research and university-level teaching.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mathematics by the start date.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Demonstrated excellence in research productivity or potential.
• Strong record or promise of effective university-level teaching.

Responsibilities

• The appointment is one-year, non-tenure-track with renewal based on performance and funding.
• 1-1 teaching load.
• Research area open to all fields of pure and applied mathematics aligned with the department.

Skills

Teaching ability

Research potential

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

University of Massachusetts - Boston Boston, MA — USA

University of Massachusetts - Boston Boston, MA USA Posted Nov 24, 2025 Due Nov 21, 2026

Mathematics

Job Description

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 per year
Posted: 11/21/2025
Category: Mathematics

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Massachusetts Boston invites applications for the Robert T. Seeley Visiting Assistant Professor position, beginning September 1, 2026. This is a one-year, non-tenure-track appointment, renewable for a second year based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding. The position includes a 1-1 teaching load.

The research area is open to all fields of pure and applied mathematics closely aligned with those in the department.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Mathematics (must be completed by the start date).

Authorization to work in the United States.

Demonstrated excellence in research productivity or potential.

Strong record or promise of effective university-level teaching.

For more information about the department, visit the university's website.

About the University

The University of Massachusetts Boston is located on the Boston Harbor and serves over 16,000 students across nearly 90 fields of study. It is nationally recognized as a leading model of excellence among urban public universities.

Compensation

Expected salary range: $70,000 – $90,000 per year.

Final salary will be determined by the University after evaluating all relevant factors at the time of the employment offer.

Accommodation

UMass Boston is committed to ensuring an inclusive application process. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting: