University of Missouri-Columbia, Department of Mathematics
Position ID:
MIZZOU-TT [#28706]
Position Title:
Tenure-track Assistant Professor (2 positions)
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Columbia, Missouri 65211, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Analysis/PDE; Applied Mathematics
Appl Deadline:
2026/11/02 23:59:59 (posted 2026/08/07, listed until 2027/02/07)
Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Missouri-Columbia invites applications for two (2) tenure-track assistant professor positions to begin in Fall 2027: one in Analysis/Partial Differential Equations, and one in Applied/Computational Mathematics.For the position in Analysis/PDEs, we encourage a broad range of applicants working in analysis and its various subfields. For the position in Applied/Computational Mathematics, we welcome a broad pool of applicants, such as those working in artificial intelligence, data science, or scientific computing. For both positions, we are looking for research excellence. A willingness to collaborate with other department members or to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations is a plus. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain a vigorous research program, pursue external funding, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics, including supervision of master's and doctoral students.
Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field by the time of appointment (August 15, 2027).
Candidates will be evaluated on:
Demonstrated excellence and promise in mathematical research in the advertised areas; evidence of teaching effectiveness; potential to obtain external research funding; and interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.
Application Materials:
Please apply online here. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a research statement, a teaching statement, and at least four letters of recommendation, including one discussing teaching effectiveness. Letters of recommendation are confidential and must be submitted by letter writers through MathJobs; they cannot be uploaded by the candidate. Click here to select which letters to include. All other materials should be submitted through eRecruit (Job Opening ID 60585).
Applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Samuel Walsh (walshsa@missouri.edu) with any questions about the job duties. Contact Sonam Patel (sonam.patel@missouri.edu) for any questions about the application process.
We will begin to review applications on November 2, 2026; applications may be accepted and reviewed until the positions are filled.
Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.
Opportunity:
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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- Contact: Samuel Walsh, (573) 882 6221
- Email:
- Postal Mail:
- 202 Mathematical Sciences Building
Columbia MO 65211-4100
- 202 Mathematical Sciences Building
- Web Page: https://www.math.missouri.edu/