McGill University
Tenure-Track Position in Number Theory-Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Tenure-track Position in Number Theory
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, 2027.
Ideal Candidates
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.
- Must demonstrate outstanding records or potential in research, teaching, and mentorship.
Duties
- Conducting research
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate classes
- Supervising students
- Standard administrative duties at the levels of the department, university, and research community
Salary
Salary will be negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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
- At least four letters of references, one of which specifically addresses the teaching record
- Candidates are also encouraged to provide web links for up to five selected reprints or preprints
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Application Deadline
To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by October 1, 2026. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Important Notes
- Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
- 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.
- 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.
- All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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