University of Virginia, Department of Mathematics

Position ID: UVa-RAL2022 [#18370]
Position Title: Whyburn Research Associate and Lecturer and Mary Ann Pitts Research Associate and Lecturer
Position Type: Postdoctoral
Position Location: Charlottesville, Virginia 22904, United States of America
Application Deadline: finished (2021/09/28, finished 2023/03/04)
Position Description:    

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, invites applications for two postdoctoral positions: Whyburn Research Associate and Lecturer and Mary Ann Pitts Research Associate and Lecturer. The successful candidates will be expected to conduct their own research, under supervision of a faculty mentor, and teach three courses per year. The appointment begins with the fall term of 2022, with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2022.

We actively encourage applications of racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, individuals who identify with LGBTQ+ communities, individuals from lower-income backgrounds, and/or first-generation college graduates.

Qualifications: Applicants must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field by June 2022 and must hold a Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Applicants must present evidence of outstanding accomplishments and promise in both research and teaching. All candidates whose research interests complement the strengths of the department's current faculty will be considered. Priority will be given to applicants in Probability Theory and Representation Theory. In addition, preference will be given to candidates who have received their Ph.D. within the last three years.

Application Process: Please apply at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UVAJobs/job/Charlottesville-VA/Pitts-Whyburn-Research-Associate-and-Lecturer_R0028974 and complete an application online by attaching a cover letter which addresses (1) Areas of research interest; (2) Aims of future research; (3) Potential Collaborations/Projects at UVa; (4) Teaching experience. Also attach a curriculum vitae, and contact information for four references. Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the CV box.

In addition, please submit the following required documents electronically through www.MathJobs.org: Cover letter, AMS Standard Cover Sheet, curriculum vitae, a publication list, a description of research, and a statement about teaching interests and experience. The applicant must also have at least four letters of recommendation submitted, of which one must support the applicant's effectiveness as a teacher.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 15, 2021; however, the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification (FSAKA).

All positions carry an initial appointment of one year, renewable for two additional years, contingent on satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Faculty Search Advisor, at rkh6j@virginia.edu

For additional information about the position contact: math-employment@virginia.edu

A competitive salary and benefits package is offered at University of Virginia. For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

UVA assists faculty spouses and partners seeking employment in the Charlottesville area. To learn more please visit https://dualcareer.virginia.edu/ For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.

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Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Teaching statement
  • Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
http://math.virginia.edu/
email address
434-924-4919
 
PO Box 400137
Department of Mathematics
Kerchof Hall
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4137