Assistant Professor of Mathematics

University of Texas Austin

Institution: The University of Texas at Austin
Position Type: Lecturer / Assistant Professor of Instruction (Professional-Track)
Start Date: Fall 2026
Salary: $54,000 for full-time load (both long semesters) with health and retirement benefits
Position Duration: One-year appointments, renewable based on performance and departmental needs

Position Overview

The Department of Mathematics at UT Austin invites applications for professional-track teaching positions. Primary responsibilities include:

  • Teaching undergraduate courses (full-time load: three courses per long semester)

  • Contributing to course coordination, development, and advising as needed

These positions are one-year appointments with potential for renewal. Continued employment depends on enrollment and departmental needs. Successful lecturers and instructors are routinely renewed.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences by July 1, 2026 (exceptions may be made for candidates with rare, technical qualifications)

  • Prior university-level teaching experience

  • Commitment to high-quality teaching and strong communication skills

  • Special consideration for candidates with experience in course coordination, development, or advising

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit materials online at the department website:

  1. Cover Letter – including research area, qualifications, and contact information

  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  3. Teaching Statement

  4. Three Letters of Recommendation – submitted online by reference writers, signed, and on official letterhead

Review of applications begins January 1, 2026 and will continue on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

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