Career Center

The Mathematics and Statistics Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD)  invites applications for two postdoctoral positions in mathematics or statistics.  These are 2-year non-tenure-track appointments. The appointment starts August 19, 2024-May 17, 2026.  Applicants should be able to teach a range of different courses, show evidence of teaching excellence, and demonstrate a commitment to working with a diverse student population. Priority will be given to applicants whose research aligns with faculty at UMD.

Duties & Responsibilities include a teaching load of two courses per semester, research, and service.  Teaching duties include in-class teaching, assessment, and office hours. Service duties may include meeting attendance and outreach activities.  

Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in statistics, mathematics, or a related field awarded by the time of appointment from a regionally accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications include previous teaching experience at the collegiate level (including teaching assistant experience) to a diverse group of students, evidence of effective teaching, evidence of impactful scholarship in mathematics or statistics, and effective written and oral communication skills appropriate to the position.

Applications must be submitted online. To apply, go to https://humanresources.umn.edu/jobs and search for job ID 358467. First, submit the application with a cover letter and curriculum vitae in pdf format. Then return to the “My Job Applications” page to attach the additional documents, also in pdf format. Complete applications include the online application, cover letter, CV, and additional attachments as follows: (1) research statement, (2) statement of teaching philosophy, (3) statement of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, (4) current contact information for three professional references, and (5) transcripts.   Even if you provide this information within the application, you must also attach the requested additional documentation. Please do not miss this important step in the application process.  Applications missing any of these documents may not be reviewed.  An applicant’s research statement should highlight opportunities to involve undergraduates in research.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or contact a University of Minnesota Access Consultant at (612) 624-3316.

Review of applications will begin January 2, 2024 and continue until filled.