Assistant Professor

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The department seeks candidates whose research, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to its commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education. Because of the importance of advancing a broadly diverse educational environment, applicants may include in their cover letter information about how they will further this objective.

The department seeks candidates whose research, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to its goals. The mission of the Department of Mathematics is to extend the frontiers of mathematical knowledge and the ways it is used in the real world, to disseminate that knowledge and train the next generation of teachers and researchers, as well as those choosing careers with industry or government. The Department is committed to building and nourishing interaction with other units across campus using mathematics, institutes and industries in the research triangle, across the state and the nation. The Department maintains a strong research program as well as a comprehensive educational program. An active, healthy research environment is essential for the training of graduate students and enlivens the teaching of undergraduate courses, bringing students into contact with new and relevant mathematics and creating a population with the necessary mathematical skills and appreciation, encouraging some to join the next generation of researchers and educators. The fundamental importance of education in mathematics is reflected in the General College curriculum's foundations and connections requirements in quantitative methods.

The search is in the field of Analysis, broadly interpreted and including harmonic analysis, the analysis of partial differential equations, dynamical systems, geometric analysis, etc. Duties of this position will include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, service, mentoring students, and continued strong and independent research.

A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.

Postdoctoral experience, outstanding research promise, and dedication to excellent teaching.

Applicants must apply online at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/288691 . In addition to the information requested by the UNC website, applicants should post the following at www.mathjobs.org: (1) the AMS Standard Cover Sheet (online form), (2) a separate cover letter, (3) a curriculum vitae, (4) a research statement that includes a description of current research and a plan for future research, (5) a statement of teaching credentials and goals, and (6) four letters of recommendation: three research letters and one letter addressing teaching. Note that candidates must apply at both the UNC website and MathJobs in order to be considered for the position. The UNC website will request a list of references. Letters of recommendation only need to be uploaded to MathJobs.

Applications received by October 22, 2024 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For further information on the Department, please visit our website at http://www.math.unc.edu or contact Professor Yaiza Canzani at canzani@email.unc.edu.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.