Department and College/School Information

The Department of Mathematics at The University of Texas at Arlington is a vibrant, nationally recognized department within the College of Science of a Carnegie R1 research university located in the dynamic Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Serving thousands of students annually, the department offers undergraduate and graduate programs in pure and applied mathematics, statistics, data science, and mathematics education, while fostering excellence in teaching, research, and service. Recognized with the 2013 AMS Award for an Exemplary Program or Achievement in a Mathematics Department and the 2023 AMS Mathematics Programs That Make a Difference Award, the department is committed to student success, academic excellence, and broad participation in mathematical sciences. Faculty are engaged in impactful, externally funded research supported by agencies such as NSF, NIH, and USDA, and are nationally and internationally recognized for their contributions to research, teaching, and service. UTA Mathematics provides a collaborative environment that promotes innovation, interdisciplinary engagement, and outstanding opportunities for students and faculty alike.

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal).  UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annual to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

Required Documents:

· Curriculum Vitae

· Cover Letter

· Unofficial Transcripts (required only for candidates for whom their PhD degree is not in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics)

· Contact information for 4 references, one of which should address teaching.

· Research Statement (up to 5 pages)

· Teaching Statement (up to 2 pages)

· AMS Cover Sheet