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Visiting Assistant Professor in Mathematics
Position overview
Position title: Visiting Assistant Professor in MathematicsApplication Window
Open date: December 4, 2024
Next review date: Friday, Feb 14, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Monday, Sep 1, 2025 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 Mathematics Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for one or more visiting assistant professors in all areas of mathematics, including algebra, number theory, topology, analysis, and geometry and dynamics. Under the direction of the Mathematics Department Chair, the visiting assistant professor(s) will contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction and the research activity of the department. Research, teaching, and service expectations are typical for early-career faculty at a research university. Furthermore, the selected candidate(s)will be expected to participate in department seminars.
Preference will be given to candidates whose field of research complements the department’s existing research activities. Visiting assistant professors will be matched with a mentor from our permanent faculty for career and research guidance.
Experience teaching mathematics at the college or university level as the instructor of record will be highly valued. Applicants with expertise in the broad area of geometry/topology are strongly encouraged to apply.
Visiting assistant professors are eligible for mid-level benefits through the University of California.
UC Santa Cruz is distinguished by our high-impact scientific research, and we are committed to diversity, social justice, the environment, and educational opportunity. UCSC is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) with a high proportion of first-in-family undergraduate students. We welcome candidates who understand the barriers facing women and minoritized individuals who are underrepresented in higher education (as evidenced by life experiences and educational background), and who have experience in promoting equity and diversity with respect to teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, or service consistent with our goal of building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.
UCSC is committed to addressing the holistic needs of faculty. We also welcome applications from those who have had non-traditional career paths, who have taken time off for personal reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside academia.
Mathematics Department: https://www.math.ucsc.edu/index.html
Qualifications
- PhD (or equivalent foreign degree) in mathematics or closely related field. It is expected the degree will be completed by August 31, 2025.
- A minimum of one year (three quarters or two semesters) of college-level teaching experience in mathematics.
- Evidence of research accomplishments (e.g., publications; grants; fellowships; giving conference talks; invited seminar talks; organizing workshops; and participation in research conferences, workshops, and summer schools), which can be obtained before or after the award of the doctorate degree.
Application Requirements
Please be aware that the search committee will conduct a preliminary screening of the applications, which will be based only on the (1) cover letter and (2) the research statement.
Cover Letter (Preliminary Screening Document) - One page letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position. Include a list of possible mentors from the department faculty. See faculty with research interest in Algebra/Number Theory/Topology and see faculty with research interest in Analysis/Geometry/Dynamics
Statement of Research (Preliminary Screening Document) - Statement (maximum of six pages) that describes your most important achievements, your goals and vision for research, and the experience and qualifications that make you well-suited to achieve them.
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V., which should include a list of published papers, submitted manuscripts, and posted preprints; proposals submitted and awarded; classes taught; students supervised/mentored; invited talks; awards; and any other relevant signs of preparation and recognition.
Statement of Teaching - Statement (maximum of two pages) that describes your formal teaching contributions (this can include classroom experience and other relevant supervision/mentorship/instruction), future teaching and mentoring goals, and a description of your teaching approach and practices. Please see our Reviewer Rubric.
Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Statement (maximum of two pages) addressing your understanding of the barriers facing historically underrepresented groups in the United States and your past and/or future contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching and professional or public service commensurate with training and experience. Candidates are urged to review guidelines on diversity statements before preparing their application. Please see our Reviewer Rubric.
AMS Standard Cover Sheet - The AMS cover sheet is available on Mathjobs.org. Please see instructions for creating your AMS cover sheet as well as a template cover sheet.
Sample Publication - A copy of one of your selected publications or preprints.
Teaching Evaluations (course offering 1 of 3)
Teaching Evaluations (course offering 2 of 3) (Optional)
Teaching Evaluations (course offering 3 of 3) (Optional)
- 3-6 letters of reference required
At least one letter must address the applicant's teaching experience and ability and two letters must address the applicant's research.
Applications must include confidential letters of recommendation*. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System.
*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.
Help contact: kabaldwi@ucsc.edu
About UC Santa Cruz
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Equity and Equal Protection Office at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by email at equity@ucsc.edu.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
- “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602.
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The University of California offers a competitive benefits package and a number of programs to support employee work/life balance.
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