Open Positions
Assistant Professor of Mathematics with a focus in Geometry, Topology, and/or Analysis
The Department of Mathematics at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level in Pure Mathematics. Appointment will begin August 10, 2025. We are interested in individuals with research and teaching expertise in Geometry, Topology, and/or Analysis, but exceptional candidates from other areas of Mathematics will be considered.
Duties include research, teaching, and service to the University. The successful applicant is expected to establish and maintain a vibrant research program that inspires a highly motivated undergraduate student body. Successful applicants should also possess the skills needed both to mentor undergraduate research students and to teach various courses in the math curriculum, including lecture and seminar-style courses (such as freshman seminars and topics courses). The teaching expectation is 2 courses per semester.
Required Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2025).
Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of ability to attract external research funding. Postdoctoral research experience.
Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. A complete application includes:
(1) a curriculum vitae:
(2) a cover letter, which addresses the candidate’s interest in William & Mary and how the candidate’s research and teaching would complement and/or enhance the department’s current expertise:
(3) a statement of teaching interests:
(4) a statement of research interests:
(5) and the names and email addresses of at least three references (at least one of which addresses the candidate’s teaching), who will be asked to submit letters on the candidate’s behalf:
Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Mathematics in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of at least three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.
For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, November 15, 2024. Applications received after this initial review date may be considered until the position is filled.
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from individuals from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching, and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. William & Mary conducts background checks on applicants being considered for employment.
The Department
The Mathematics Department dates back to the original Charter of the College. Mathematics was represented by one of the six Masters or Professors, and when the full faculty was assembled in 1729, the original masterships were in Divinity, Philosophy, Oriental Languages, Mathematics, the Grammar School and the Indian School. The first professor on record was Hugh Jones, who was on the faculty from 1716-1729. He is the namesake of the present site of the department: the first floor of Hugh Jones Hall.
The Department of Mathematics undergraduate program offers a major and a minor in Mathematics. Majors may choose from three concentrations. Mathematics is a major component of several graduate programs including Computational Operations Research, Computer Science, and Applied Science.
More information about the Mathematics Department can be found at http://www.wm.edu/as/mathematics/
The College
William & Mary is the second oldest college in America, Chartered on February 8, 1693, by King William III and Queen Mary II of England. The College is one of only eight "Public Ivys" in the nation. The college is highly selective, offering a world-class education at an affordable price. U.S. News and World Report ranked the College as the sixth best public college in the country in 2017. There are 6,276 undergraduates and 2,341 graduate students attending the College. In the most recent freshman class, 78 percent graduated in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. The 1,200-acre campus, which includes scenic Lake Matoaka and College Woods, is located in historic downtown Williamsburg, Virginia, adjacent to Colonial Williamsburg. More about the College can be found at http://www.wm.edu/about/index.php
The Area
Only one hour from the Atlantic Ocean, and two hours from snow ski resorts, Williamsburg is ideally located. The local area includes historical attractions (the Historic Triangle includes Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown), museums, and Busch Gardens, a 350 acre European theme park with rides, animal shows and live entertainment. Williamsburg is recognized by TripAdvisor as the number 1 Travelers Choice Family Award-winning Great U.S. Destinations to Discover.