The University of Denver is a medium-sized (12,000 students) private university located in a thriving metropolis at the base of the Rocky Mountains. DU and the Department of Mathematics are strongly committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational environment, which is in full accord with the value that DU places on its commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to integrate content and issues relating to and to work effectively with ethnically/racially diverse populations. The Department of Mathematics consists of twenty faculty and offers bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees. Active areas of research include algebraic logic, combinatorics, ergodic theory, functional analysis, group theory, graph theory, nonassociative algebra, noncommutative geometry, number theory, operator theory, probability, representation theory, statistical physics, and topological dynamics.

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Denver invites applications for three Visiting Assistant Professor positions in Mathematics to begin on September 1, 2025. These are non-tenure-track positions. Candidates demonstrating a strong research and teaching record aligned with the departments needs may be eligible for renewal for up to three years.

Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2025, and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should apply electronically at www.mathjobs.org and should submit an AMS cover sheet, a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a teaching statement, a diversity statement, and a research statement. A minimum of four letters of recommendation, with three concerning research and one teaching, should be submitted on behalf of the applicant. In addition, applicants should also complete the application at https://www.du.edu/jobs.

Essential Functions

• Teach five courses over quarters during the 9-month academic year

• Conduct research. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of teaching methods.
• Outstanding teaching skills.
• Initiative and ability to work both independently and in a collaborative, collegial environment.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with diverse communities or evidence of a commitment to incorporate inclusive teaching methods and/or pedagogies to effectively engage broadly diverse student populations.

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence, equity, and access in education. Required Qualifications

• ABD at the time of application will be considered; a Ph.D. in mathematics is required before the start date.

• Experience in teaching college mathematics and demonstrated evidence of research ability and potential. Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants whose work overlaps with the research interests of the current faculty and who have demonstrated experience or commitment to engage effectively with historically underrepresented communities. Working Environment

1. Standard office environment.
2. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

1. Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule

While the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) March 1, 2025.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number

The salary grade for the position is UC.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $51,000-$54,000.

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