Assistant Professor in Pure Mathematics

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Posting Number req33445 Employment Type Faculty Faculty Type Tenure/Tenure-Track Hiring Department Mathematics Statistics (869A) Academic Location College of Arts & Sciences Campus Main – Albuquerque, NM Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information. position Summary

The
Department of Mathematics and Statistics anticipates appointment of a full time
Assistant Professor in Pure Mathematics beginning Fall 2026. A PhD in Mathematics
is preferred; a PhD in a closely related area will be considered. For best
consideration, all Application materials must be received by October 1, 2025.
The
Department seeks candidates pursuing research in all areas of pure mathematics
who have the potential to supervise PhD and master’s student research with
ability to contribute to curriculum needs in the department. The department’s current
strengths in pure mathematics are in the areas of algebra, analysis, geometry
and topology. The department is also developing a concentration in data science
with a strong mathematics component.

A complete application requires the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Description of research interests
• Teaching statement
• A statement demonstrating commitment to student participation and success in the mathematical sciences, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
• At least four letters of recommendation, one of which should address teaching experience

Letters of recommendation should be sent by email to ahathawa@unm.edu or by surface mail to Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Pure Mathematics Search Committee, 1 University of New Mexico, MSC01 1115, Albuquerque, NM, 87131. For best consideration, completed applications should be received by October 1, 2025. Applications without four letters of recommendation will not be considered. The Applicant is required to provide official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to her/his initial employment with UNM.

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A complete application requires the following:
*Cover letter
*Curriculum vitae
*Description of research interests
*Teaching statement
*A statement demonstrating commitment to student participation and success in the mathematical sciences, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
*At least four letters of recommendation, one of which should address teaching experience
Letters of recommendation should be sent by email to ahathawa@unm.edu or by surface mail to Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Pure Mathematics Search Committee, 1 University of New Mexico, MSC01 1115, Albuquerque, NM, 87131. For best consideration, completed applications should be received by October 1, 2025. Applications without four letters of recommendation will not be considered. The Applicant is required to provide official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to her/his initial employment with UNM.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 10/1/2025. This position will remain open until filled.

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