Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences (Two Open Positions)

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Type of Position:

Faculty - Non-TenureNo

Job Type:

Academic Term (Fixed Term)Day Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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Department:

Department of Mathematical Sciencesmath.uark.edu

Summary of Job Duties:

The Department of Mathematical Sciences in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for two non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professors to start in August 2026. These positions are standard nine-month faculty appointments for a one-year appointment with the potential for annual reappointment.

We seek a candidate for a position which entails conducting research leading to publication, engaging in creative and/or scholarly activities, designing graduate and undergraduate courses, developing and implementing new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the field, providing curriculum material, constructing syllabi, leading classroom instruction, writing and administering exams, mentoring and evaluating students, creating interest and understanding among students, serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees, providing service on campus and in related professional organizations, and participating in faculty governance in the department and on campus. This position involves performing research activities connected to an established research group at the department. The Department of Mathematical Sciences has established research groups in algebra, analysis, applied mathematics, and topology. The University of Arkansas is a public research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and is rated R1 by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrate

• Ph.D. or Terminal degree in Mathematics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the date of initial appointment

• A demonstrated record of research experience that supports established areas within the department

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience teaching a college level range of courses across the math curriculum

 

Additional Information:

About the Department:

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers degrees with focuses on applied math, pure math and statistics. Courses prepare students for careers in secondary education, actuarial science and industry and graduate school. Students will receive a broad, interdisciplinary education, highlighting the utility and value of mathematics in many careers and disciplines. Learn more at math.uark.edu.

Duties will include:

• 40% Teaching
• 40% Research
• 20% Service

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching PhilosophyProof of Veteran StatusMatthew Day, Search Committee Chair, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Completed applications received by December 15, 2025, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Matthew Day, at [email protected].

Applicants must submit:
· A curriculum vitae
· A cover letter/letter of application
· A teaching philosophy statement
· A research statement
· Prepare the information of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation to submit via a separate process within your application when prompted soon after applying. Each candidate will receive a prompt to submit this information into the system, and each of your referees will receive a link by email to upload a confidential letter of reference directly.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2025, and will continue until position is filled.

Annual Salary/Benefits Package: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes