Tenure-track Position specializing in Topology in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Dayton The Department of Mathematics at the University of Dayton seeks applicants with expertise in topology for a tenure track position at the assistant professor level starting August 16, 2021. We are looking for someone who wants to thrive in a collegial and supportive environment, who will grow as a professional and will contribute to the understanding of mathematics through research in topology, who is committed to educating the next generation of mathematics students in a setting where a variety of teaching strategies is encouraged, and who is committed to growing participation of women and under-represented minorities in mathematics. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda and will be encouraged to seek opportunities to collaborate with researchers within the department, the university, and/or the wider community. The typical teaching load is three courses each semester, two of which will usually support the mission of the Department to teach mathematics courses for non-mathematics majors. There will also be opportunities to teach upper division courses for mathematics majors. The successful candidate will be also expected to participate in the life and development of the Department of Mathematics, and work with students from diverse backgrounds both in the classroom and on mathematical research and capstone projects as such opportunities arise. Applicants must have active and ongoing research in an area of topology (MSC 54, 55). Applicants must also possess effective written communication skills and have the potential to become an effective teacher of mathematics. Applicants must be ABD with completion of all requirements for the PhD in mathematics by July 1, 2021. For a complete list of preferred qualifications, application details, and to apply go to: https://employment.udayton.edu/cw/en-us/job/498479/assistant-professor-specializing-in-topology A complete application consists of a cover letter, CV, a brief statement of research agenda, a statement of teaching philosophy, a listing of all courses the applicant has taught, an unofficial graduate school transcript (which must confirm the PhD if it has been earned at time of application), and contact information for the writers for three letters of recommendation. Teaching abilities must be addressed in at least one letter and research abilities must be addressed in at least one letter. Applicants whose PhD has not been conferred at the time of application must submit a statement from their degree-granting department indicating the anticipated timeline for completion of the Ph.D. degree. Applications are due by March 7, 2021. The posting closes at 11:55 PM EST. All letters of reference are due 7 days after the candidate has completed the application process. More information about our department can be found at http://go.udayton.edu/math The University of Dayton is a top tier, Catholic research
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