Assistant Professor

Job Summary

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall 2027 (August 2027). We are especially interested in candidates working at the interface of artificial intelligence and mathematics. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the mathematical foundations of AI, formalization and automated reasoning, advancement of AI for mathematical research, and AI safety. We seek candidates who can lead development of AI-related research, education, and programming within the Department of Mathematics and across the CU Boulder campus.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field by the start of the appointment. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain an active, independent research program, to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and to contribute to the service and intellectual life of the department.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Department of Mathematics presently has twenty-two tenured and tenure-track faculty as well as five postdoctoral fellows. The Mathematics Department has over fifty graduate students and serves well over five hundred undergraduate majors and minors. We have a broad range of research interests in Mathematics, including Algebraic and Differential Geometry, Combinatorics, Logic and Foundations, Mathematical Physics, Number Theory, Noncommutative Geometry, Operator Algebras, PDE, Probability, and Topology.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Research, Teaching and Service
• Teach three, one-semester courses in undergraduate or graduate mathematics during each academic year, carry out mathematical research at a high level, and carry out service duties, such as one or two committee memberships, suitable to the assistant professor junior appointment. Supervise graduate dissertations and contribute to the Department’s undergraduate research opportunities.

What We Can Offer

• Salary: $110,000 - $130,000
• Start up funding, a recruitment incentive, and a moving allowance may be available to the successful candidate

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field by the start of the appointment, and minimum one semester experience teaching undergraduate courses (experience while a graduate student is ok).

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Statement of Research Philosophy
5. Development of AI-Related Research - Candidates must submit a statement describing how they intend to help lead development of AI-related research, education, and programming within the Department of Mathematics and across the CU Boulder campus.
6. AI Application Preparation - Please submit a brief statement either explaining how generative AI was used in the preparation of this application or attesting that it was not used.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide contact information for 4 references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation immediately after you apply. At least three letters of recommendation must address research qualifications. At least one letter of recommendation must address teaching qualifications.

For full consideration, please apply by November 11, 2026.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Donna Maes

Posting Contact Email: maesd@colorado.edu