Assistant or Associate Professor in Topology

Posting Information

Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor in Topology

Job Posting Number: 2027032TTL

Job Location: Round Rock, San Marcos

College/Division: College of Science and Engineering

Department: Mathematics

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics at Texas State University is seeking to hire a tenure-track assistant professor or associate professor with tenure, with a research specialization in topology, starting Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a high-quality research program in topology. The candidate must also be dedicated to the teaching and mentoring of students at the graduate and undergraduate levels. In addition, the candidate will be expected to be actively engaged in service to the department, college, university, and mathematical community.

The Department of Mathematics is a growing department with a broad range of strengths in Analysis, Topology, Algebra, Combinatorics, and Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Logic, and Mathematics Education. The department started its new Ph.D. program in Mathematics in Fall 2025 to complement its Ph.D. program in Mathematics Education and its master’s programs. The faculty has over $3 million in active grants, including multiple NSF CAREER awardees (one faculty working in topology). The Department strives to create a welcoming environment that invites students from a wide range of backgrounds to major in mathematics, statistics, and data science. We invite applicants who are enthusiastic about mentoring students at the undergraduate and graduate levels to reach their potential. The Department is dedicated to the success of its junior faculty, providing support through formal mentoring, reduced teaching and service loads, collaboration and collegiality, and opportunities to participate in university-wide professional development programs.

Texas State University is in San Marcos, a city 25 miles south of Austin and 50 miles north of San Antonio. San Marcos consistently ranks as a fast-growing community in the United States. Nestled in the Texas Hill Country and in the middle of Texas’ innovation corridor, the campus enjoys a beautiful setting along the banks of the San Marcos River. Texas State University is dedicated to teaching and research excellence, and the university’s “Run to R1” program aims to support faculty to lift the university to R1 status by supporting research and grant activities. Texas State University has been named by Forbes as a Best Employer, and Best Employer for Women. Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System and is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

The Austin-San Antonio area has many opportunities for collaborations outside of the university and an increasing demand for expertise in mathematics, statistics, and data analysis. Major companies such as Dell, Tesla, Google, IBM, AMD, and Apple have a large presence in the Austin area. San Antonio is home to USM and Rackspace and is a center for healthcare and biosciences. Many of our faculty have collaborations with industry and nearby universities.

Required Qualifications

Assistant Professor:

• An earned doctorate in mathematics, or a closely related field prior to employment.
• Evidence of, or potential for, research excellence in topology. Assessment will focus on recent publications.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching and ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate level mathematical courses.
• Evidence of, or potential for, mentoring and advising PhD students in the topology concentration.
• A strong preparation in mathematics.
• An ability to contribute to the departmental mission.

Associate Professor:

• An established research agenda and publication record.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring students at all levels, as well as evidence of service to their department, university, and the broader community.

For this position, we expect the candidate to have earned tenure in a department of mathematics with similar standards as Texas State University.

Preferred Qualifications

• Potential for research collaboration with current faculty.
• Evidence of, or potential to, obtain external funding.

Application Procedures

Applicants must submit the following via https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/29257:

• Cover letter.
• AMS cover sheet.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (all in one document).
• Statement of research agenda.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Three letters of recommendation with at least one addressing teaching.

Additionally, applicants must submit the following on this site: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58903.

• Curriculum vitae.
• Cover letter.
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (all in one document).

To ensure full consideration, all materials listed above should arrive at the required locations by Tuesday, November 10, 2026. However, we shall continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Proposed Start Date: Fall 2027

Posting Date: 10/19/2026

Review Date: 11/10/2026

Close Date:

Open Until Filled? Yes

Legal Notices

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.