Position Description

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBANA-CHAMPAIGN

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS AS

J. L. DOOB RESEARCH ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

The Department of Mathematics of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for J. L. Doob Research Assistant Professorships. These positions are full time and non-renewable with a term of three years, beginning August 16, 2026, and are for recent Ph.D. recipients. Preference is given to applicants whose research interests align with those of a member of the current faculty.

The Department of Mathematics and the University of Illinois provide an excellent scientific environment to pursue research in pure and applied mathematics. The Illinois College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. Faculty in the College create knowledge, address critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge, and prepare students for lives of impact in the state, nation, and globally. To meet these objectives, the College seeks to foster an inclusive and supportive community by hiring individuals who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the strength and excellence of the Illinois community. Candidates from groups historically underrepresented in the field, as well as those with a documented record of working with students, faculty, or staff from such groups through research, teaching, or mentoring are encouraged to apply.

Applications should be submitted electronically through Mathjobs and must include: 

·      AMS Standard Cover Sheet for Academic Employment

·      Cover letter that indicates the alignment between the applicant’s research interests and those of the department faculty

·      Curriculum vitae including e-mail address and publication list

·      Research statement

·      Teaching statement

·      Three letters of reference, including one that addresses teaching

Reference letter writers should submit their letters online through https://mathjobs.org/. If they are unable to do so, they may send their letters to the following address: JL DOOB Search, Department of Mathematics, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1305 West Green Street, Urbana, IL 61801, USA; cbreeze@illinois.edu.

The application deadline is December 1, 2025.  Hybrid and remote work options are not available for this position, work is to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. 

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.