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UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applicants for at least five Visiting Assistant Professorships to teach courses in mathematics at the undergraduate level. The Department of Mathematical Sciences is dedicated to excellence in both research and teaching. The department has a graduate program offering both MS and PhD degrees in mathematics and in statistics, with faculty that are dedicated to excellence and quality in both research and teaching. Appointments are intended to begin on August 15, 2026, and will initially be for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year.

• Teaching load will nominally be 12-15 credit hours distributed over the Fall and Spring semesters, and may include courses that are 3, 4 or 5 credit hours. These courses include, but are not limited to: Applied Calculus, Calculus I, and Calculus II.
• There may be the opportunity to conduct research, with priority given to those with research interests in, but not limited to, the areas of Analysis, Applied Mathematics, and Probability that overlaps with the research interests of the current faculty.

PhD in Mathematics or related field prior to the effective date of the appointment.

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL

• Candidates must apply in the University of Cincinnati (UC) recruitment system (@ https://jobs.uc.edu, search Requisition # 98647).
• Candidates *must* submit an answer to the Team Culture question (maximum one page) in their application in the UC recruitment system.
• Candidates also must submit the following documents online in Mathjobs.org (@ https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/26455 or to the UC recruitment system.

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Description of research, if applicable
3. Cover letter
4. Description of teaching experience, if applicable

• Candidates must also arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted via mathjobs.org, or sent via email to shanmun@uc.edu, one of which should address teaching experience (if applicable).

Review of applications will begin May 14, 2026, and the posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

Inquiries concerning the position should be directed to Nageswari Shanmugalingam at shanmun@uc.edu .

For additional information: https://www.artsci.uc.edu/natural-sciences/math.html.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link)

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

• Vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts C wellness programs
• Professional development C mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here.

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu. 

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