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University of Iowa, Department of Mathematics

Position ID:
Iowa-VISITOR [#28133]
Position Title:
OPEN RANK - VISITING FACULTY DEPT OF MATHEMATICS
Position Type:
Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1419, United States of America
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2026/02/18, listed until 2026/08/18)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Iowa invites applications for visiting faculty positions beginning August 2026. Full-time and part-time visiting faculty positions are available. These are entirely teaching positions with no research or service expectations or time allocation. A full-time teaching load in this position is the equivalent of 4 standard courses in each of the Fall and Spring semesters, with an annual salary of $64,000. Appointments of at least 50% in each semester carry standard University of Iowa benefits. Appointments are for one academic year and may be renewable up to a maximum of three years total, depending on departmental teaching need and college approval. 

Applications are sought from candidates who have: 
  1. a commitment to engaged student learning in undergraduate mathematics education, including the use of student-centered, evidence-based instructional practices;
  2. experience as primary instructor of introductory mathematics courses;
  3. excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in mathematics, mathematics education, or a closely related field by the starting date to qualify for the position. 

Visiting faculty will often work in a team setting with several instructors contributing to a single course. In addition to teaching lecture portions of courses, visiting faculty may also supervise graduate teaching assistants assigned to these classes, develop new curricula, and engage in other professional activities and services. The department has a history of collaboration with campus partners such as the Center for Teaching, the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology, and the Office of Academic Success and Retention. Visiting faculty may use these resources to develop research-supported instructional practices and tools to improve students’ success. 

How to Apply: The application process is a two–part process. Failure to complete both parts of the application process will constitute an incomplete application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. 
  1. Apply online at mathjobs.org at https://www.mathjobs.org. To apply, please submit an application and all supporting materials electronically. Applications must include the following: a cover letter that briefly explains the candidate’s interest in the position and specifically addresses how the candidate has met the required qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and three letters of recommendation, at least two of which address the candidate’s teaching qualifications. 
  2. Apply online at https://jobs.uiowa.edu/. Refer to requisition #75861. Applications must include the same materials as above, except letters of recommendation will not be required since they are already collected at mathjobs.org. 
About Iowa: With just over 30,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation’s top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference since 1899, and an Association of American Universities member since 1909. The first public university to admit men and women on an equal basis, it is known today for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities and its world-class programs in medicine and the health sciences. Located in Iowa City, an urbanized area of 170,000 people that is widely recognized as one of the country’s most livable communities, the University offers over 200 majors and has an annual externally funded research budget of over $700M. 

Education Requirement: 
  • Candidates must hold a PhD in Mathematics or closely related field at the time of appointment. 
Required Qualifications: 
  • Experience teaching introductory college or university mathematics courses at the undergraduate level. 
  • Familiarity with engaged student learning and student-centered, evidence-based instructional practices and a commitment to using them. 
  • Willingness to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to reform and sustain aspects of the undergraduate mathematics curriculum. 
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. 

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching statement
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)

Further Info:
www.math.uiowa.edu
email address
319-335-0786
 
Professor Ryan Kinser, DEO
Department of Mathematics
14 MacLean Hall
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1419