Position Description

University of Utah, Department of Mathematics

Career-Line (Lecturer) Faculty Positions in Mathematics (2026-2027)

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Utah invites applications for Career-Line faculty positions at the level of Assistant, Associate, or Professor (Lecturer).

Candidates are expected to have completed a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field by July 1, 2027, or to hold a Master of Science degree in Mathematics or a closely related field by the same date and have a substantial record of relevant experience. Ideal applicants will have a solid mathematical background and a demonstrated dedication to teaching and student success. Successful candidates will be expected to teach six courses, or the equivalent, per academic year. Preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to the elementary and secondary school education programs and, as appropriate, teach Calculus and Precalculus. They will have opportunities to contribute to curriculum development, course coordination, and other professional development activities.

Review of complete applications will begin on December 15, 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled. We expect to begin interviewing candidates in January. The positions have an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

Applications must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and three letters of recommendation, including at least one that addresses the candidate’s teaching record.

Applications must be completed through MathJobs at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/UofUtah. Please see also our website at https://www.math.utah.edu/about/faculty-hiring.php for additional information regarding available positions.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.