Summary
The Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Fellowship at the School of Mathematics, University of Minnesota, is a three-year research and teaching appointment beginning Fall 2027. This fellowship supports early-career researchers in mathematics with competitive salary and benefits, a modest teaching load, and opportunities to engage with a broad, collaborative department. The School is especially interested in candidates who contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic community.
Designation
Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Associate (Fellowship)
Key Information
| Institution | School of Mathematics, University of Minnesota — Twin Cities |
| Duration | Three years (starting Fall 2027) |
| Stipend / Salary | $66,000 – $69,000 per year |
| Location | Twin Cities (Minneapolis / St. Paul), Minnesota, USA |
| Research Area | Mathematics (broad areas; preference for compatibility with department faculty) |
| Teaching Load | Three one-semester courses per academic year |
| Appointment Type | Full-time, regular academic appointment |
| Application Deadline (Full Consideration) | Friday, November 13, 2026 |
| Apply | Apply via MathJobs |
Research Area
Applicants working across all areas of mathematics are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to candidates whose research interests align with faculty in the School of Mathematics. The department hosts multiple research centers and programs, providing a fertile environment for collaboration in both pure and applied mathematics.
Location
The position is based on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus, benefiting from a large public research university environment and strong connections to industry, health centers, and public institutions in the Minneapolis–St. Paul metropolitan area.
Eligibility / Qualification
- Required: Ph.D. in mathematics or equivalent at time of appointment.
- Candidates should demonstrate excellence in research and teaching.
- H-1B sponsorship may be provided for applicants who currently hold a valid visa and are present in the United States.
Scholarship Description
The Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Fellowship is a three-year appointment emphasizing both research and teaching. Fellows will teach three one‑semester courses per academic year and participate in the department’s research community, which includes centers such as the Institute for Mathematics and its Applications and the Minnesota Center for Industrial and Applied Mathematics. The School is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and seeks candidates who will contribute to those goals.
Benefits include competitive wages, paid holidays, generous time off, medical/dental/pharmacy plans, flexible spending accounts, university HSA contributions, disability and life insurance, employee wellbeing resources, financial counseling, and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted electronically through MathJobs:
https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/29065
Required application materials:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Four letters of recommendation (at least one addressing teaching ability)
Applicants may submit an optional statement describing contributions to service, outreach, inclusion, or other aspects of their candidacy. Reference letter writers should submit letters online via MathJobs.
To request an accommodation during the application process, contact: jobcentr@umn.edu.
Last Date for Apply
Friday, November 13, 2026 — applications received by this date will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled.
Apply Link
Apply for the Dunham-Jackson Postdoctoral Fellowship on MathJobs
