Louisiana State University, Mathematics

Position ID:

LSU-AP2 [#26946, R00108843]

Position Title:

Assistant Professor

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803, United States of America

Appl Deadline:

2025/11/01 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2025/09/02, listed until 2026/03/02)

Position Description:

The Department of Mathematics at Louisiana State University is seeking applications to fill one tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. The position will begin in the fall semester of 2026.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Professor performs research in mathematics of a nature and quality leading to publication of papers in research journals and/or advanced level books; maintains expertise; teaches mathematics at all university levels in a manner that is in keeping with departmental policy; participates in other educational and professional tasks of the department and university.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the mathematical sciences or a closely related field. A.B.D. candidates will be considered as long as the degree is conferred by August 15, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of academic experience beyond doctorate; research excellence as well as commitment to graduate and undergraduate education; outstanding candidates with research interests in general areas.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check. We will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2025, and will continue to review applications until the positions are filled.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Department of Mathematics at profjobs@math.lsu.edu.

Additional Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

Special Instructions: In their application materials, candidates should include a written statement on research and a statement on teaching philosophy. A copy of your transcript may be attached to your application (if available); however, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please have four or more letters of recommendation e-mailed to profjobs@math.lsu.edu.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letters (optional)
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
Teaching statement
Publication lists (optional)
Transcripts (optional)
Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )

Further Info:

www.math.lsu.edu

Hiring Committee
Department of Mathematics
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803