Postdoctoral Instructor - 3 & 4 Dimensional Topology 2026

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a Simon's Postdoctoral Fellowship supervised by Professor Lisa Piccirillo in the research area of 3-and 4-dimensional topology. The opening is for academic year 2026-2027. We are interested in candidates who will contribute to mentoring through teaching, research, and service. The initial appointment will be for one year. The appointment will consist of a 1/1 teaching load per long semester. The annual salary is $70,000 annually with health and retirement benefits. Additionally, the sponsor will provide $7,000 annually for research travel.

The applications review process will start on December 15, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until the position is filled.

Ph.D. by July 1, 2026.

Application Materials Required: Interested applicants should apply and submit the following items online at this website:

1. Cover Letter that includes research area, qualifications, and contact information.
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching statement
4. Research statement
5. Three letters of recommendation (to be submitted online by the reference writers at this site. Letter must be signed by the writer and on letterhead.)

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