Purdue University
Professor Position

Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor

Deadline
Aug 16, 2027
Closing in 300 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 20, 2026

About the role

Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor Job Details | Purdue University

Job Description Req Id:  43948 Job Title:  Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor City:  WEST LAFAYETTE Job Description: 

Job Summary

Purdue University
Department of Mathematics
Position Title:
Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Science at Purdue University invites applications from recent Ph.D.s for multiple three-year positions as Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor. These positions come at a time of dynamic leadership and with significant investment in the College of Science - Purdue’s second-largest college, comprising the mathematical, physical, and life sciences. For information about our department, see www.math.purdue.edu.

Qualifications:  The positions are open to mathematicians who will have completed their Ph.D. (or its equivalent) in mathematics or in a closely related field by August 16, 2027.  Candidates must have a strong research record in mathematics, as evidenced by papers and preprints, and a record of teaching accomplishments. 

Duties include continued research production, engagement with faculty and students, and teaching of undergraduate mathematics courses. 

Applications should be submitted online through www.mathjobs.org and should include (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, and (5) three letters of recommendation, one of which discusses the candidate’s teaching qualifications. In addition, for purposes of equity, to be considered for the position, applicants will also need to create a profile in Purdue SuccessFactors. Reference letter writers should be asked to submit their letters online through www.mathjobs.org.  Direct all inquiries to [email protected]. All applications received by November 30, 2026, will be given full consideration. Some offers will be made before the end of January 2027. A background check is required for employment in these positions. 

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.

Posting Start Date:  9/9/26

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