Assistant Professor, Mathematics (T/TE)

Posting Number req27465 Department Mathematics Department Website Link https://www.math.arizona.edu Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The Department of Mathematics at the University of Arizona invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in statistics or data science, broadly construed. The School of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Arizona encompasses the Department of Mathematics (where faculty have their primary appointments) as well as the Graduate Interdisciplinary Programs (GIDPs) in Statistics and Data Science and in Applied Mathematics. The department offers doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s programs in Mathematics with several emphases ranging across core mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics and data science, and math education. The GIDPs offer interdisciplinary PhD programs and support research with faculty members from over 20 departments on campus.

The University of Arizona is the flagship campus of Arizona’s university system, it is in the “Highest Research Activity” (R1) category of the Carnegie Classification, and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). The University is known for its strong programs across the sciences and for its varied student body. Tucson is notable for its enriching heritage (learn more at: Tucson City of Gastronomy ), its beautiful natural setting, and its strong connections to the university (learn more at: Visit Tucson ). Review of applications will begin November 5, 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled.

The expected start date is August 16, 2027. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .

Duties & Responsibilities Faculty members are expected to participate in both undergraduate and graduate education (including teaching core graduate courses in the PhD program in Statistics), advise and mentor students, and to lead students to academic success, including those from a broad range of backgrounds. The normal teaching load for research-active faculty is nine units for the academic year (typically three one-semester courses each year). Faculty members will maintain active research programs, publish their work in highly regarded journals, and seek external funding to support the department’s research and academic missions. Faculty members will also participate in outreach and contribute to departmental, college, and university service.

In these and other ways, faculty members will help develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement, increasing broad participation, and expanding collaborations with community and business partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates are expected to have a PhD by the time of appointment, an excellent research record and potential commensurate with their career stage, and a strong commitment to teaching, outreach, and educational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Information Tenure Track (T/TE) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Academic Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay DOE Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 8/16/2027 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates For further information, please contact: Alejandra Gaona Administrative Associate Email: [email protected] Phone: 520-621-2868 Open Date 10/28/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents Special Instructions to Applicant In addition to a cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV), please submit: A publication list. A statement on research accomplishments and goals. A statement on teaching experience and goals, including experience in implementing educational excellence in teaching practices. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.

These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].