Department:The mission of the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics is to offer a strong undergraduate and graduate education, with an increasing focus on the development of cross-disciplinary efforts that will prepare our students for real-world applications and stimulating employment and career opportunities. Key current objectives of the department include the improvement of student outcomes in our lower level courses and advancing the research profile of our department.

Position Description: Two positions (12-month) as a 1-year, renewable, Postdoctoral Teaching and Research Fellow in the Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics beginning August 10, 2026, subject to availability of funding. The Department and University Web pages may be found at math.vcu.edu and vcu.edu. The Department is closely affiliated with the Department of Statistical Sciences and Operations Research and their web page can be found at ssor.vcu.edu

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Teaching two courses of introductory mathematics (such as precalculus or college algebra) per semester using active learning strategies in a coordinated setting.
• Participation in professional development related to teaching and research in a university setting.
• Conducting collaborative research with the tenure-track faculty in the mathematics department.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, or related field, is required at the time of the appointment. Applicants must be within five years of earning their Ph.D.
• Strong promise of developing an active research program in an area that can be mentored by department faculty as well as experience with teaching introductory mathematics courses.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a postdoctoral fellow at VCU.

Unit: College of Humanities and Sciences

Salary Range: $60,000-$65,000

Application Process: Candidates must submit electronically through https://vcujobs.com/homepage and include the following application materials:  

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover letter that clearly explains how you meet the qualifications outlined above
3. Contact information for three references

In addition, In addition, candidates must submit electronically through https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/27874 the following: 

1. Current curriculum vitae
2. Detailed teaching and research statements
3. Cover letter
4. Three letters of recommendation, one of which must support the applicant's effectiveness as a teacher

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.A. Applications will be considered until the position is filled; however, applications received by February 10, 2026 will be given priority.

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

Flexible Work Arrangement: fully onsite

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Rebecca Segal
Contact Email: rasegal@vcu.edu