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Assistant Teaching Professor in Applied Mathematics

Position Number: 6889700
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Mathematics

Assistant Teaching Professor in Applied Mathematics

Requisition Number: 69631
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Part Time
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Job Summary

The Department of Applied Mathematics at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks applicants for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor to begin Fall 2026. Teaching professors compose the core of the department's full-time teaching faculty team, and play a fundamental role in the department's educational mission. The initial appointment is for a term of three years, with contract renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance. The successful applicant will be prepared to teach a wide range of applied mathematics and statistics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, including large lower-division classes (between 90-150 students for Calculus 1, Calculus 2, Calculus 3, and Differential Equations/Linear Algebra). Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in statistics and data science, including experience with curriculum development in those areas. The ideal candidate will collaborate with others to support the department's BA and new BS in Statistics and Data Science. Additional responsibilities may include coordinating multi-section courses, supervising teaching assistants, serving on departmental committees, supporting growth in the department's statistics and data science degree offerings, and advising undergraduate and professional master's students. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Department of Applied Mathematics has its origins in the turn of the 20th century, and evolved out of the Department of Engineering Mathematics. The department teaches thousands of students and has a major research presence in computational and physical/biological mathematics and the statistical sciences. The faculty is composed of 20 tenured or tenure track faculty and 12 full time instructors. In addition, the department is home to more than 140 graduate students including approximately 60 PhD students, about 160 applied math majors, 230 statistics and data science majors, a large number of minors and a thriving BS-MS program.
The department strives to be a leading program of applied mathematics. Our faculty have won numerous awards including: four fellows of the Society of Industrial and Applied Mathematics, two fellows of the American Mathematical Society, two American Statistical Association Fellows, two Sloan Fellows, two National Science Foundation CAREER awards, a Mathematical Association of America Distinguishing Teaching Award, a National Society of Professional Engineers-Colorado Educator of the Year Award, a CU-Boulder Hazel Barnes Prize, a University of Colorado Distinguished Professor, and winners of numerous CU-Boulder faculty awards.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The teaching requirement for this appointment is 5 semester courses per academic year. As part of the service commitment, the individual may be asked to: coordinate multi-section courses; develop curricula and pedagogical techniques; assist in the administration of the department's professional master's degree; and/or advise undergraduate or professional master's students.

What We Can Offer

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$86,000 annually. One time payment of up to $10,000 moving allowance to qualified candidates. One time payment of an additional $5,000 for onboarding allowance.
This 75%, 9-month position is common for Department of Applied Mathematics teaching faculty who teach 5 courses per academic year.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Required qualifications include a PhD in the Mathematical Sciences, or a closely related field and experience in teaching at the University level.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current CV
Cover Letter outlining the job requirements and your qualifications for the role
A Statement of Research Philosophy that outlines your interests.
Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references. We will request letters of recommendation immediately following your application.
For full consideration, please apply by February 22nd, 2026. The position will remain posted until filled. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Teaching-Professor-in-Applied-Mathematics/69631