The Department of Mathematics at the University of Iowa invites applications for a Tenure-Track position at the Assistant Professor level in the areas of Analysis and Partial Differential Equations or PDE (broadly defined), effective August 2024. Qualified candidates may be also considered for appointment at a higher rank (Associate or Full Professor).  The Department offers the BA, BS, and PhD degrees in Mathematics, and cooperates with the Applied Mathematical and Computational Sciences (AMCS) PhD program in the Graduate College.

We seek an exceptional scholar with a highly active and visible research program.  The successful candidate will actively pursue external funding to support their research and will engage in teaching and mentoring of students at all undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, they are expected to contribute service to the department, university, and professional organizations.

How to Apply:

The application process is a two–part process.  Failure to complete both parts of the application process will constitute an incomplete application.  Only complete applications will be reviewed.

1. Apply online at mathjobs.org at https://www.mathjobs.org .  To apply, please submit an application and all supporting materials electronically.  No paper submission is needed.  Applications must include the following:

• A cover letter that briefly explains the candidate’s interest in the position


• A curriculum vitae


• A statement addressing the candidate’s research program


• A statement of teaching experience and philosophy


• At least four letters of recommendation, including one which addresses the candidate’s teaching qualifications.

2. Apply online at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/ .  Refer to requisition #74972.  Applications must include the following: a completed AMS cover sheet, names and contact information of references as described in 1., and a cover letter, CV, research statement, and teaching statement as described in 1.

The  deadline for full consideration is Nov 1st, 2023. Screening of applications will begin in late October, but the application window will remain open until the position is satisfactorily filled.

About Iowa: With just over 30,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation’s top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference since 1899, and an Association of American Universities member since 1909. The first public university to admit men and women on an equal basis, it is known today for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities and its world-class programs in medicine and the health sciences. Located in Iowa City, an urbanized area of 170,000 people that is widely recognized as one of the country’s most livable communities, the University offers over 200 majors and has an annual externally funded research budget of over $700M.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

The University of Iowa prohibits discrimination in employment, educational programs, and activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences. The university also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to university facilities.

• Candidates must hold a PhD in Mathematics or a closely related discipline at time of appointment.

• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching, relative to career level.


• Demonstrated potential for external funding, relative to career level.

• At least two years of postdoctoral research experience at time of appointment.


• Established record of external funding, relative to career level.


• Previous experience and/or future plans for mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.


• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and communities.

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