Assistant Professor in Topology, Lexington, Kentucky

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A Ph.D. in Mathematics or related filed is required.

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The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts Sciences at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks to fill a tenure-eligible faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Topology. This is a 9-month position in the regular title series with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024. The successful candidate is expected to pursue a vigorous research program and to deliver high quality teaching to both graduate and undergraduate students. We encourage candidates with research interests in algebraic or geometric topology. The Department will also consider applicants with other research interests that are compatible with those of the faculty. A Ph.D. in Mathematics or related field required.

In order to be considered a candidate, applicants will need to complete the following two steps:

1. Submit your job market materials to MathJobs.org. Applications must include the following: 1) cover letter 2) CV, 3) Research Statement, 4) Teaching Statement, and 5) Evidence of Teaching Excellence, and 6) a statement on their contribution toward inclusive excellence in teaching, research, professional activities, and/or service. In addition, please provide the names and contact information of three (3) references with letters of reference addressing the applicant’s research and one (1) letter of reference addressing the applicant’s teaching. All application materials must be submitted online at: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/23164.

2. Complete an application within the University of Kentucky employment system.

The University of Kentucky provides comprehensive benefits which are fully described at https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/our-benefits.

Questions about this search should be addressed to Dr. Bert Guillou, Search Committee Chair, Department of Mathematics, University of Kentucky ( bertguillou@uky.edu).

Review of applications will begin on November 3rd, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

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