Tenure-Track Mathematics Professor; PDE​/Algebra)

Position: Tenure-Track Mathematics Professor (PDE/Algebra)

Classification

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.

Classification Title

Assistant Professor – Mathematics Department

Classification

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.



Job Description

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning August 16, 2027. This is a nine-month, full-time (1.0 FTE), position.

The search is open to all areas of mathematics, with candidates in partial differential equations (PDE) and algebra especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should demonstrate a strong and active research program, a compelling vision for future scholarship, the ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers, and excellence in teaching.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant department of approximately 60 faculty and 85 graduate students conducting research across a broad spectrum of pure and applied mathematics. For more information, visit Department of Mathematics .

The University of Florida offers exceptional support for research and scholarships through significant investments in faculty, facilities, and technology. Resources include Hi Per Gator , one of the leading university supercomputers in the United States, as well as modern classroom and laboratory facilities that enhance both teaching and research endeavors. More information is available at Hi Per Gator  .

The University of Florida is consistently ranked among the nation’s leading public universities and offers an exceptional academic environment. Gainesville provides a high quality of life, with a rich array of cultural opportunities and year-round outdoor recreation.



Required Qualifications

Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.

Special Instructions To Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must submit their application materials via Math Jobs and separately through the University of Florida online application system. Click the link above to apply.

A Complete Application Must Include

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae, including a complete list of publications
• Research statement describing the applicant’s qualifications, prior research accomplishments, and future research plans
• Teaching statement outlining teaching experience, interests, and philosophy
• Contact information for at least three references, including names and email addresses. References will be contacted directly and asked to upload confidential letters of recommendation through the University of Florida application system.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2026, and will continue until a successful applicant is selected. Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Professor Lei Zhang ( leizhang ).

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

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