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POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Mathematics at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park Campus, State College, PA, USA) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Pure Mathematics, with a preference for Number Theory and related areas. The anticipated starting date for this appointment is Summer or Fall of 2027. The duties include research, teaching, mentorship of students in their research endeavors at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and service to the university and the greater professional community. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate interest in and capacity for developing a strong, independent research program, and teaching and mentorship excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applications submitted electronically by November 1, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applicants must complete the Penn State application for REQ_0000082488 at myworkdayjobs.com, and must also submit an application through mathjobs.org with the following materials: • Cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) that includes: Summary of the vision and goals of your research program, potential collaborations and alignment with our department and institution. Short summary of your most significant accomplishments. • Curriculum Vitae (which includes a full publication list). • Research statement: a detailed statement of your research accomplishments and your future research plans (maximum 5 pages). • Teaching statement: a statement of your teaching philosophy and interests (maximum 2 pages). • Four reference letters (one of which must address your teaching experience and effectiveness in detail) uploaded by the letter writers in the mathjobs application. Competitive applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor will possess a Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Mathematics or a closely related field before beginning employment at Penn State. Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor should have the same qualifications as the rank of assistant professor, as well as a strong track record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service. Candidates for Full Professor should have the same qualifications as the rank of associate professor, as well as a track record of research publications, funding, teaching, and service that distinguishes them, nationally or internationally. The Mathematics Department at Penn State has a history of excellence in both pure and applied mathematics with groups in number theory, dynamical systems, geometry, algebra, analysis and partial differential equations, applied mathematics and numerical analysis. The Department seeks to advance its robust agenda of research that fosters interdisciplinary connections across departments. The department also hosts several research centers including the Anatole Katok Center for Dynamical Systems and Geometry, the Center for Computational Mathematics and Applications, and the Center for Mathematical Biology. The University Park campus is located in State College, a vibrant, family friendly university town in central Pennsylvania. Questions about the position and the Department of Mathematics at Penn State may be directed to Professor Paul Milewski, by e-mail at ppm5454@psu.edu, or Professor Kirsten Eisentraeger, by e-mail at kxe8@psu.edu. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. 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