"Assistant Professor of Mathematics - Open Mathematics"

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Mathematics - Open Mathematics

Location:

Norman, Oklahoma

Department:

Mathematics

Position Type:

Faculty

Qualifications:

Required:

Applicants should have an earned doctorate in Mathematics or related field, postdoctoral experience and should have a demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching.

Preferred:

Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests complement and extend the strengths of the department. Current teams in the department include the following: Functional and Geometric Analysis, Partial Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems, Numerical Analysis, Automorphic Forms and Number Theory, Algebraic Geometry, Representation Theory, Geometric Group Theory, Topology, Riemannian Geometry, and research in Undergraduate Mathematics Education. See https://math.ou.edu/research for more information on research interests represented within the department.

Application Instructions:

For full consideration, applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of current and planned research, a description of teaching experience and plan, and contact information for three confidential letters of recommendation addressing the candidate's research. At least one letter must address the applicant's teaching experience and proficiency. The position will remain open until filled. Applications must be submitted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/176440

Mathematics Department Contact Information:

Phone: 405-325-6711

E-mail: mathsearch1@ou.edu

Website: https://math.ou.edu/jobs/2026/

Screening of applications will begin on December 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Description:

The Department of Mathematics in the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Oklahoma is experiencing an exciting multi-year period of growth and development. We encourage well-qualified individuals to apply for a full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in mathematics beginning Fall 2026

Normal duties consist of teaching two courses per semester, conducting research, and rendering service to the department, university, and profession.

The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie-RU/VH public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. With over 30,000 students and more than 2,700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges, OU serves the educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare needs of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: the main campus in Norman, the Health Campus in Oklahoma City, and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa.

Norman, a culturally rich and vibrant town located just outside Oklahoma City, is a perennial contender in "Best Places to Live" rankings due to its outstanding schools, amenities, and low cost of living. Visit https://www.ou.edu/facultyrecruitment for more information.