Title: Lecturer/Visiting Assistant Professor

Executive Area: Academic Affairs

College/School/MBU: College of Natural Sciences

Department: Mathematics & Statistics

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Summary

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics (www.umass.edu/mathematics-statistics) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for Visiting Assistant Professor positions (non-tenure track). One or more appointments may be a Marshall H. Stone Visiting Assistant Professorship, with a higher salary and an enhanced research fund. Candidates should have completed the Ph.D. by the beginning of the appointment. The initial appointment is for one (1) year and is ordinarily renewable for two (2) additional years. Exceptional promise in research and a commitment to outstanding teaching at all levels of the curriculum are expected.

Essential Functions

Teaching responsibility of two (2) courses per semester; Marshall H. Stone visiting assistant professorships have reduced teaching loads.

Maintain an active research program and contribute to the research life of the department by attending/organizing/giving talks in local seminars, informal mathematical discussions and/or collaborations with faculty, other visiting assistant professors, or graduate students.

Contribute to mathematical research in the broader mathematical community by attending research seminars and conferences, publishing research, and presenting research at seminars and conferences.

Other Functions

Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, equality and inclusiveness.

Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications

A PhD in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.

Exceptional promise in research.

Experience in teaching undergraduate math and/or statistics courses and the ability to work with diverse populations of students.

A commitment to outstanding teaching at all levels of the curriculum.

The potential to interact effectively with department faculty members.

Additional Details

At UMass Amherst and in CNS, we strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where every individual is included, and where every individual is valued. These values and goals are reflected in the College of Natural Sciences’ Inclusive Excellence framework and in the UMass Amherst’s For the Common Good: 2024–2034 Strategic Plan.

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Anticipated start date of September 1, 2027.

Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week.

Salary Information

The University expects to pay within an approximate range between $65,550 and $80,959 for this position. Please note:

The low end of this range is based on the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA. The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience. The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors, including faculty rank and required relevant certifications, when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.

Special Instructions for Applicants

To apply, please submit the following required documents:
Curriculum vita, a cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy and experiences, In addition, at least three (3) letters of recommendation must be submitted.

Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Questions about the position should be directed to the chair of the Search Committee, Eyal Markman (markman@cns.umass.edu). For additional information about the application process contact David Rodriguez (davidrodrigu@umass.edu).

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.