Position Description

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

C.L.E. Moore Instructor 

These 3-year positions are open to pure and applied mathematicians who show outstanding abilities and exceptional potential in research in mathematics or related areas. They are similar to non tenure-track assistant professorships, are non-renewable and carry Principal Investigator (PI) status.  Applicants with PhDs after January 2026 are strongly preferred. Appointees will be expected to fulfill teaching duties (one subject or two recitations per semester) and pursue their own research program. The Department of Mathematics offers supportive mentorship to junior faculty and instructors, an exceptional environment for mathematical inquiry, and a strong commitment to an inclusive, welcoming culture.

We request that applications and other materials, including (a) curriculum vitae (including publication list), (b) research statement, (c) teaching statement, (d) Gen AI statement, and (e) three letters of recommendation, be submitted online at www.mathjobs.org. The Gen AI statement is a detailed factual statement on the use of generative AI, if any, in the applicant's past work and current application materials. It is highly recommended that one of the letters of recommendation is written specifically to discuss your teaching abilities, experience and/or potential. Applications must be complete by December 1, 2026 to receive full consideration.

For full consideration, applications for all positions should be received by December 1, 2026.

MIT is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all identities and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. See MIT's full policy on nondiscrimination. Know your rights. MIT considers equivalent combinations of experience and education for certain jobs. All candidates who believe they possess equivalent experience and education are encouraged to apply. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation in order to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us.  

Pay Range for a 9-month academic appointment (excluding any summer salary)  is $92,820 - $105,060. MIT provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the Institute reasonably expects to pay for a full time position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. This pay range represents base pay only and does not include any other benefits or compensation.

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