University of Georgia, Mathematics
Position ID:
UGA-OPENRANK [#29193]
Position Title:
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor
Position Type:
Open Rank
Position Location:
Athens, Georgia 30602, United States of America
Subject Areas:
(Analysis,Geometry,Probability) (Probability, Stochastic Analysis, High-dimensional Probability, Mathematical Finance)
Appl Deadline:
2026/11/11 23:59:59 (posted 2026/10/12, updated 2026/10/09)
Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Mathematics at the University of Georgia invites applications for two tenure-track positions to start in August 2027. Appointments may be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, depending on the experience of the candidate. Duties will consist of research and teaching in mathematics, as well as departmental service. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Mathematics or a related field at the time of appointment. For one of the positions, the ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in analysis, geometry, or probability. For the other position, the ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in probability, particularly stochastic analysis, high-dimensional probability, or mathematical finance. Successful applicants will carry outstanding credentials in mathematical research and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. We are particularly interested in research that bridges fields and/or has connections to AI. Candidates for the Associate Professor or Professor rank must have qualifications and academic credentials commensurate with the promotion and tenure guidelines at the University of Georgia and must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire. These guidelines can be found at: https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/promotion-guidelines/ To apply, please submit a vita with a list of publications, a teaching statement, a research statement, and four letters of recommendation (one addressing the candidate’s teaching skills), through mathjobs.org. Candidates will also need to submit an application through UGAJobs at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/508765 with a list of references who provided recommendation letters on mathjobs.org. Applicants should apply to this position through both MathJobs and UGAJobs; candidates who do not submit an application to UGAJobs cannot be considered for the position. Complete applications must be received by November 11, 2026, to ensure full consideration, but review will continue until the position is filled. The Mathematics Department is a unit of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of UGA’s learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and creative activity across more than 40 departments, schools, and institutes. With a vision for high-impact research and education, Franklin College prepares students for leadership and global engagement in a sustainable future. The College has a strong commitment to multidisciplinary research, collaboration and academic innovation. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.Application Materials Required:
- Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Publication list
- Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
- And anything else requested in the position description.
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