The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-track position in the field of Number Theory (or closely related fields such as Algebraic Geometry and Representation Theory) with a target start date of August 1, 2024. Ideal candidates will have interests that complement and enhance McGill’s current research strengths in algebra & number theory, especially in the areas of arithmetic geometry and automorphic representations.
Qualifications: Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in Mathematics or a related field at the date of appointment and must demonstrate outstanding records or potential in research, teaching, and mentorship.
Salary: Salary will be negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure: Applications should be made through McGill’s Workday at: Tenure-Track Position in Number Theory-Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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Required Documentation: A cover letter, a curriculum vitae (including a list of publications), a research outline, a teaching statement which includes an account of teaching experience, and at least four letters of references, one of which specifically addresses the teaching record. After submitting your application, you may be contacted to provide the name and email address of at least four referees, who can provide confidential letters to accompany your application. At least one of these letters must specifically address your teaching abilities. Candidates are also encouraged to provide web links for up to five selected reprints or preprints.
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by November 19, 2023. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
