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Teaching Postdoctoral Scholar in Mathematics Vanderbilt University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Education
Funding
Available
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026
Country
United States
University
Vanderbilt University
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About this position
Vanderbilt University’s Department of Mathematics is advertising a Teaching Postdoctoral Scholar in Mathematics in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. This is a teaching-focused postdoctoral appointment for three years, beginning in the academic year 2027–2028.
The position is designed for candidates with strong interests in mathematics, teaching, curriculum development, and pedagogy. The postdoc includes a teaching load of two courses per semester, with an expectation of course coordination starting in the second year. Teaching postdocs will contribute to undergraduate education by working with a team of teaching-focused and research faculty and by participating in curricular and instructional initiatives.
Eligibility requirements: applicants must complete all requirements for the PhD in Mathematics before August 1, 2027 and no earlier than January 1, 2024. The department highlights that strong candidates should have a record of teaching excellence and a demonstrated interest in curriculum development and pedagogy.
Application materials include a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, full teaching evaluations, an optional research statement, and four recommendation letters. At least three recommendation letters should address the candidate’s teaching qualifications. All materials, including letters of reference, must be received by December 1, 2026 for full consideration.
This opportunity is listed on MathJobs.org for Vanderbilt University’s Department of Mathematics. Interested applicants should submit their materials through the MathJobs portal and consult the department website for additional information about the program and the department’s teaching and research environment.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants must have completed all requirements for the PhD in Mathematics prior to August 1, 2027 and no earlier than January 1, 2024. Competitive candidates must have a record of teaching excellence and a demonstrated interest in curriculum development and pedagogy. Materials required include a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, full teaching evaluations, optional research statement, and four recommendation letters, at least three of which should address teaching qualifications.
How to apply
Apply through MathJobs.org. Submit the cover letter, CV, teaching statement, teaching evaluations, optional research statement, and arrange for four recommendation letters to be uploaded by the writers. For full consideration, all materials including letters must be received by December 1, 2026.
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