Visiting Assistant Professor

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* Position Title:

** Visiting Assistant Professor##
** Job Category:
** Academic Staff##
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* Employment Type:

** Terminal (Fixed Term)##
** Job Profile:
** Visiting Assistant Professor##
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* Job Duties:

** The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor beginning August 2026. Appointments are based on exceptional teaching and research in abstract algebra and/or combinatorics. This is a 9-month appointment with an initial 1-year terminal contract, which, pending satisfactory performance, can be reissued annually for a total of three years.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences supports a vibrant, collegial, and inclusive community of teachers, scholars, and students, offering bachelor’s degrees in mathematics, statistics, data science, applied mathematics & computer science, and actuarial science, as well as Master’s and Doctoral degrees in mathematics. The department plays a central role in fulfilling UWM’s mission of high-quality education and research, serving a broad population of students across STEM, business, education, and interdisciplinary programs.

Doctoral education in mathematics at UWM promotes research excellence and student mentorship, contributing to the university’s status as a leading urban research institution. The Department is committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service. For more information about the Department of Mathematical Sciences, visit:
The successful candidate will:
* Make meaningful contributions to the department’s undergraduate teaching mission by teaching lower-division courses each semester and, when needed, selected upper-division or graduate courses at the discretion of the department chair.
* Teach a 2–3 load in the first year (typically 6 credits in one semester and 9 in the other), followed by a 3–3 load in subsequent years (typically 9 credits per semester).
* Pursue an active research program with the support of a departmental research mentor.
* Participate in departmental service activities that support undergraduate education.##
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Job Responsibilities:

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** Compensation:** $65,000 - $70,000(Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)##
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Applicants must already be in possession of a PhD degree or obtain their PhD by August 24, 2026.
* Research background in abstract algebra and/or combinatorics.##
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
* Strong evidence for sustained and independent research productivity
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* How to Apply:

** Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
1) a letter of interest specifying your qualifications for the position, in particular list of your areas of expertise (reference areas listed in the posting).
2) curriculum vita3) evidence of teaching experience (e.g., summary of courses taught and summary of teaching evaluations)
4) research statement

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Finalists may be required to submit transcripts.

PLEASE NOTE:

Letter of interest (including areas of expertise), CV, evidence of teaching experience (e.g., summary of courses taught and summary of teaching evaluations), and research statement will need to be uploaded to the same upload area in the application.

* Note:

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from
* a letter of interest, CV/resume, evidence of teaching experience, and research statement
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* In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.  Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will…