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Inside Higher Ed . We have a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mathematics beginning July 1, 2026. The Department seeks an exceptional and creative teacher with an established and active research program. All fields of mathematics will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with broad expertise that complement current research directions in the department, support undergraduate research experiences, and bolster the college's emerging computational and engineering initiatives. Candidates must have received a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, and should have completed at least one year in a full-time teaching position in mathematics or a research-oriented postdoctoral position with a significant teaching component. Established familiarity with the US undergraduate mathematics education system is essential. Applicants must demonstrate a strong research trajectory, a record of teaching excellence, and a commitment to mentoring undergraduates in a liberal arts setting. The teaching responsibility is alternating 5 (3-2) and 4 (2-2) courses per year, with a research sabbatical leave prior to tenure review of a full year at 80% salary or of one semester at full salary. To facilitate the transition, new full-time tenure-track Assistant Professors receive start-up funding to support their research and professional development and often have a one-course reduction in their first year of teaching (i.e. 2-2). Responsibilities
Teach an ongoing sequence of undergraduate mathematics courses (alternating 5-3-2 and 4-2 teaching loads). Develop and maintain an active research program with opportunities for undergraduate collaboration. Mentor and advise undergraduate students within a liberal arts setting. Contribute to departmental service and program leadership as appropriate. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. At least one year of full-time teaching in mathematics or a research-oriented postdoctoral position with substantial teaching. Familiarity with the US undergraduate mathematics education system. A strong research trajectory and a record of teaching excellence. Commitment to mentoring undergraduates in a liberal arts setting. Application Materials
Cover letter addressing reasons for seeking a position at Colby, an undergraduate liberal arts institution. Curriculum Vitae. Two-page statement on teaching, describing practical pedagogical strategies and experiences in introductory courses. Official summary evaluation sheets from all courses taught during the past three academic years. Concise statement outlining your research program aimed at Colby mathematicians. A sample of current scholarship. At least four letters of recommendation submitted directly by the recommenders, with at least two focusing on teaching and mentoring and at least two on research activities. All materials should be submitted online at www.mathjobs.org. Review of complete applications will begin on October 20, 2025. Some late applications may be considered in extraordinary circumstances. Shortlisted candidates will participate in a Zoom interview in early November, with on-site interviews for finalists. An offer is expected in early to mid-December. About Colby
Colby is a highly selective college of approximately 2300 students located in central Maine. The college is 75 miles north of Portland and 185 miles north of Boston, with easy access to the outdoors and cultural activities. For more information about the position and the department, please visit the departmental webpage. Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that makes hiring decisions based on the qualifications of individuals to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. The principle of non-discrimination in race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, caste, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, political beliefs, veteran or military status, parental status, pregnancy, or related medical conditions is consistent with our mission and the law. For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu. Seniority level
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Assistant Professor of Mathematics
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Inside Higher Ed . We have a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mathematics beginning July 1, 2026. The Department seeks an exceptional and creative teacher with an established and active research program. All fields of mathematics will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with broad expertise that complement current research directions in the department, support undergraduate research experiences, and bolster the college's emerging computational and engineering initiatives. Candidates must have received a Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, and should have completed at least one year in a full-time teaching position in mathematics or a research-oriented postdoctoral position with a significant teaching component. Established familiarity with the US undergraduate mathematics education system is essential. Applicants must demonstrate a strong research trajectory, a record of teaching excellence, and a commitment to mentoring undergraduates in a liberal arts setting. The teaching responsibility is alternating 5 (3-2) and 4 (2-2) courses per year, with a research sabbatical leave prior to tenure review of a full year at 80% salary or of one semester at full salary. To facilitate the transition, new full-time tenure-track Assistant Professors receive start-up funding to support their research and professional development and often have a one-course reduction in their first year of teaching (i.e. 2-2). Responsibilities
Teach an ongoing sequence of undergraduate mathematics courses (alternating 5-3-2 and 4-2 teaching loads). Develop and maintain an active research program with opportunities for undergraduate collaboration. Mentor and advise undergraduate students within a liberal arts setting. Contribute to departmental service and program leadership as appropriate. Qualifications
Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics. At least one year of full-time teaching in mathematics or a research-oriented postdoctoral position with substantial teaching. Familiarity with the US undergraduate mathematics education system. A strong research trajectory and a record of teaching excellence. Commitment to mentoring undergraduates in a liberal arts setting. Application Materials
Cover letter addressing reasons for seeking a position at Colby, an undergraduate liberal arts institution. Curriculum Vitae. Two-page statement on teaching, describing practical pedagogical strategies and experiences in introductory courses. Official summary evaluation sheets from all courses taught during the past three academic years. Concise statement outlining your research program aimed at Colby mathematicians. A sample of current scholarship. At least four letters of recommendation submitted directly by the recommenders, with at least two focusing on teaching and mentoring and at least two on research activities. All materials should be submitted online at www.mathjobs.org. Review of complete applications will begin on October 20, 2025. Some late applications may be considered in extraordinary circumstances. Shortlisted candidates will participate in a Zoom interview in early November, with on-site interviews for finalists. An offer is expected in early to mid-December. About Colby
Colby is a highly selective college of approximately 2300 students located in central Maine. The college is 75 miles north of Portland and 185 miles north of Boston, with easy access to the outdoors and cultural activities. For more information about the position and the department, please visit the departmental webpage. Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that makes hiring decisions based on the qualifications of individuals to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. The principle of non-discrimination in race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, caste, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, political beliefs, veteran or military status, parental status, pregnancy, or related medical conditions is consistent with our mission and the law. For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu. Seniority level
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