Assistant Professor

Classification Title

Assistant Professor in the area of Probability and Stochastic Processes

Classification Minimum Requirements

• A PhD degree in Mathematics or a closely related field
• Established research program
• Compelling plan for future research
• The ability to supervise both graduate and undergraduate research
• A record of excellence in teaching

Job Description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Florida seeks to fill one tenure-track position in the area of Probability and Stochastic Processes at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 16, 2027.

Candidates should have an established research program, a compelling plan for future research, the ability to supervise both graduate and undergraduate research, and a record of excellence in teaching. A Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a closely related field is required. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a full benefits package. Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, only those received by November 15, 2026 will be assured full consideration.

The successful candidate will join a department of approximately 60 faculty and 85 graduate students pursuing research across a wide range of pure and applied areas ( https://math.ufl.edu/ ). The University of Florida is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the United States. The university and Gainesville community offer numerous cultural events and year-round outdoor activities.

The University has invested significantly in faculty hires and research infrastructure, including new classroom and laboratory facilities. UF is home to HiPerGator, one of the most powerful university supercomputers in the U.S. ( https://www.rc.ufl.edu/about/hipergator/ ). These resources are available to faculty across the university to support teaching and research.

Expected Salary

$88,000- $96,000

Required Qualifications

• A PhD degree in Mathematics or closely related field
• The ability to supervise both graduate and undergraduate students.

Preferred: -Established research program

• Compelling plan for future research
• A record of excellence in teaching

Special Instructions To Applicants

Applications must be submitted online via MathJobs AND at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/listing/ and must include: (1) a cover letter, (2) a complete curriculum vitae including a list of publications, (3) a research statement summarizing the applicant’s qualifications, past research, and future research plans, (4) a statement of teaching experience and interests, and (5) the names and email addresses of at least three references. References will receive an email requesting that they upload their confidential letters to the UF application system.

The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at https://www.naces.org/ .

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. UF is a public institution and is subject to the requirements of Florida’s Sunshine and Public Records laws. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.

Questions may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Professor Scott McCullough ( [email protected] ).

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No