Post Doctoral Research and Teaching Associate

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of UGA’s learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and creative activity across more than 40 departments, schools, and institutes. With a vision for high-impact research and education, Franklin College prepares students for leadership and global engagement in a sustainable future. The College has a strong commitment to multidisciplinary research, collaboration and academic innovation.

College/Unit/Department website: https://delta2.math.uga.edu/

Employment Type: Employee

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2027

Posting Date: 10/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications (including letters of recommendation) must be received by December 31, 2026, to ensure full consideration, but review will continue until the positions are filled.

To apply, candidates should submit a cover letter, a vita with a list of publications, a teaching statement, and a research statement, and should arrange for four letters of recommendation (one addressing the candidate’s teaching skills) to be submitted through mathjobs.org.

Candidates will also need to submit an application here through UGAJobs with a list of references who are providing recommendation letters on mathjobs.org. Candidates who do not submit an application to UGAJobs cannot be considered for the position.

Due to the requirements of the grant, the position is only open to US citizens and permanent residents.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Duties/Responsibilities

Research in the Mathematics department, including the pursuit of an original research program.

Percentage of time: 75

Teaching duties are the equivalent of two courses per year.

Percentage of time: 25

Classification Title: Post-Doctoral Associate AC

FTE: 1.0

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Georgia seeks to fill two Postdoctoral Teaching and Research Associate positions beginning in August 2027, with preference for candidates with research interests in algebraic or symplectic geometry. Each position is funded by the NSF Geometry and Topology Research and Training Group (RTG), and is anticipated to be of two years duration, with summer support, and with the possibility of renewal for a third year. The RTG brings together students and researchers in the areas of algebraic geometry, geometric topology, and symplectic geometry, leveraging connections both between these and to other subjects in pure and applied mathematics such as topological data analysis. See https://delta2.math.uga.edu/ for more information.

Due to the requirements of the grant, the position is only open to US citizens and permanent residents. Teaching duties are two courses per year. In addition, postdocs are expected to participate in the research life of the Department, including the pursuit of an original research program. Applicants should show promise of moving toward excellence in conducting significant research in an area closely related to the focus of the RTG, as well as moving toward the potential for high quality teaching in university mathematics classes.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

A Ph.D., or equivalent foreign degree, in Mathematics or a related field is required. Applicants are encouraged to identify a member of the current faculty with whom their research aligns.

Physical Demands

The postdoc will perform research in mathematics or a related area and teaching classes. This can be done sitting or standing and involves communicating via speaking, writing, or with the assistance of technology.

Position Details

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Is driving a requirement of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Dr. Michael Usher

Recruitment Contact Email: usher@uga.edu