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Assistant Professor in Mathematical Physics

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Position overview

Position title: Assistant Professor

Position description

The Department of Mathematics (https://math.ucsd.edu), within the School of Physical Sciences at the University of California, San Diego, is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff and student body. We invite applications at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Mathematical Physics. The position is subject to availability of funding.

Teaching and research in mathematics and related topics will be expected. Ideally, candidates will have skills and interest in teaching lecture courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on UC pay scales. The starting date for the position is July 1, 2023.

We understand that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had a substantial impact on academic productivity. In our academic hiring processes, we will be keeping this in mind as we consider faculty achievement relative to opportunity. We encourage you to reflect on constraints on opportunity in your field that were caused by the events of the pandemic and where applicable, to discuss your achievements in this light.

Information on contributions to diversity statements can be found at the following link:
https://physicalsciences.ucsd.edu/diversity/contributions-to-diversity-statements.html.

For applicants interested in spousal/partner employment, please visit the UCSD Partner Opportunities Program at https://aps.ucsd.edu/recruitment/pop/index.html.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Currently pursuing PhD in Mathematics or related field

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field prior to the first quarter of teaching

Preferred qualifications

Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in higher education. A well-articulated plan of contributing to programs that increase the access and success of underrepresented students and faculty in the sciences. Demonstrated commitment to helping shape and expand the University’s diversity initiatives (https://diversity.ucsd.edu).

We especially welcome candidates who have already participated in, contributed to, or created such programs. Candidates should present any previous experience having served as a role model in mentoring others.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • AMS Cover Sheet - available for free on mathjobs.org

  • Statement of Research

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site for more information.

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Publications List

  • Cover Letter (Optional)

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

  • Misc/Addt'l 2 (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-13 letters of reference required

Minimum of 3 letters addressing research, teaching, and professional service. At least one letter should address teaching experience in some depth.

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03362

Help contact: apstaff@math.ucsd.edu

About UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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Job location

La Jolla