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The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Maine invites applications for the inaugural Spofford Harris Kimball endowed chair in Mathematics. The successful candidate will be appointed to a regular tenured faculty position and will hold the Spofford Harris Kimball Chair for an initial period of five years, with renewal contingent on satisfactory performance through the standard institutional evaluation process. This is an academic year position, most likely at the rank of Professor, although an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor is also possible depending on the candidate’s experience. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will be a pure or applied mathematician with an outstanding record of scholarly activity, teaching, and advising. Proven experience in attracting external funding is strongly preferred, commensurate with rank. The department is especially interested in candidates who can both enhance our present activities and bring additional stimulus to our programs; please address this in your cover letter. Some preference may also be given to applicants working in probability or mathematical statistics, but all areas of pure or applied mathematics in which the department is active will be considered. We welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to an inclusive experience for a student body that reflects the university’s commitment to non-discrimination.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Undergraduate and graduate teaching (normally totaling one class per semester)

+ Advising and recruiting students

+ Directing undergraduate projects and graduate theses

+ Maintaining a productive program of research and other scholarly activity, independently and collaboratively, including the pursuit of external funding for research

+ Participating in curriculum development and assessment

+ Engaging in university and professional service

+ Engaging in activities that enhance the visibility, reputation, and productivity of the department

Overall, the Kimball Chair should systematically engage in activities that enhance the visibility, reputation, and productivity of the department. The position comes with an annual supplemental budget to be spent by the Kimball Chair in service of these goals.

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism (https://themainehighlands.com/places-to-visit/greater-bangor-region/) to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ A Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics or an equivalent degree is required for consideration

+ Demonstrated effective teaching and advising/mentoring

+ Evidence of productive, nationally or internationally recognized research

+ Evidence of strong potential for obtaining external research funding

+ Effective written and oral communication skills

+ Record of effective involvement in advising, mentoring, curriculum development, and/or assessment

+ Evidence of engagement in professional service

+ A record of teaching, research, and service that meets the criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate or Full Professor, with immediate tenure, in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Preferred:

+ Strong record of external research funding

+ Research interests and expertise that enhance present activities in our department and university

+ Research focus in probability or mathematical statistics

+ Evidence of effective contribution to an inclusive student experience

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position

2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

3.) copies of student teaching evaluations from the most recent four terms taught

Your cover letter should describe your background and how you meet the job requirements as described above, especially with regard to the specific expectations of the Spofford Harris Kimball Chair. These materials must be submitted through www.mathjobs.org, and in addition all materials other than the letters of reference must also be submitted via Oracle Recruiting.

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide letters of reference and a sample budget.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. At this time, the University of Maine is unable to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Complete applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on November 19, 2025 are guaranteed full consideration.

For questions about the search, please contact the department chair at [email protected] or 207-581-3900.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

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