Position Description

The Department of Mathematics at The University of Texas at Austin has openings for a professional-track (Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Instruction) teaching positions to begin Fall 2026. Primary duties are teaching undergraduate courses. A full-time load consists of three courses per long semester.

These are one-year positions with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and departmental needs. The number of positions depends on enrollment, so continued employment is not guaranteed. However, successful Lecturers and Assistant Professors of Instruction are routinely renewed from year to year. The starting salary for full-time load over both long semesters is $54,000 with health and retirement benefits.

A Ph.D. in mathematical sciences is required, although the rare exception may be made for applicants with special technical qualifications desired by the department. Previous teaching experience at the university level, commitment to quality teaching and good communication skills are also required. Special consideration may be given to applicants with experience and/or interest in working on course coordination/development, advising and other departmental needs.

Qualifications:    PhD by July 1, 2026

Applicant Instructions:

Application Materials Required: Interested applicants must apply and submit the following items online at this website: https://apply.interfolio.com/175546

1. Cover Letter that includes research area, qualifications, and contact information

2. Curriculum Vitae

4. Teaching statement

6. Three letters of recommendation (to be submitted online by the reference writers at this site. Letter must be signed by the writer and on letterhead.)

The applications review process will start on January 1, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until both position(s) are filled.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
• E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF] 

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.