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Tenure-Track Position in Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position in mathematics at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, starting July 1, 2027. The Department is looking for candidates whose ideas will have a profound influence on diverse areas of mathematics, both traditional and emerging, in the evolving mathematical research landscape. It seeks forward-thinking applicants in probability and applied mathematics, including the mathematics of artificial intelligence, optimization, stochastic analysis, financial mathematics, and theoretical probability
Title of the position: Assistant or Associate Professor in Mathematics
Terms: New tenure-track position.
Wage: Salary scales for Assistant Professors start at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).
Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance.
Location of work: Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Ottawa, STEM Complex, 150 Louis-Pasteur, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 6N5.
Contact information: Alistair Savage, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Ottawa, STEM Complex, 150 Louis-Pasteur, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1N 6N5, [email protected].
Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include:
teaching activities; scholarly research activities; academic service activities; supervision of graduate students.
Skills requirements:
- Education: PhD or equivalent in mathematics or a closely related field.
- Work experience: Candidates should have a proven record of research excellence, be able to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and have the desire and ability to supervise graduate students.
- Bilingualism: The University of Ottawa is proud to be the largest bilingual English-French university in North America and considers bilingualism a defining feature of the institution. The candidate is expected to be able to function and teach in both official languages by the time of tenure. The University is delighted to offer free training to support this aim. Preference may be given to candidates who are able to teach in French at the time of hiring.
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026. Applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application procedure: Applications should be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Academic Careers website (Academic and Executive Careers) and through MathJobs. Candidates should include the following in their application:
- AMS Standard Cover Sheet
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Research plan
- Teaching statement
- Statement, of at most one page, addressing equity, diversity, and inclusion. This statement should include a commitment to increasing the inclusion and advancement of equity-seeking groups.
- At least four confidential letters of recommendation, one of which addresses teaching, should be submitted through MathJobs.
In their cover letter, applicants should indicate their immigration status in Canada, address their current or eventual English-French bilingualism, and describe how their area of research complements those of current members of the department.
More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online.
Other information:
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minority members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.
In accordance with government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.
The University of Ottawa provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by emailing the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at [email protected]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 175-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada
The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at [email protected]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.
Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
Skills Required
- PhD or equivalent in mathematics or a closely related field
- Proven record of research excellence
- Ability to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Desire and ability to supervise graduate students
- Ability to function and teach in English and French by the time of tenure
- At least four confidential letters of recommendation, including one addressing teaching
- AMS Standard Cover Sheet, cover letter, curriculum vitae, research plan, teaching statement, and equity, diversity, and inclusion statement
University of Ottawa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about University of Ottawa and has not been reviewed or approved by University of Ottawa.
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Retirement Support — A contributory defined‑benefit pension (UOPP) provides formula‑based lifetime income using best‑average earnings and years of service, with cost‑of‑living adjustments noted in plan materials. The university positions the plan as one of the top DB offerings in Ontario and publishes regular summaries and reports.
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Healthcare Strength — Eligible full‑time employees typically receive extended health and basic dental, life insurance, long‑term disability, and a health‑care spending account, complemented by an EFAP and 24/7 telemedicine. Coverage is designed to complement provincial plans, with UHIP bridging for newcomers not yet eligible for OHIP.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid statutory holidays, a university‑wide winter closure, vacation that increases with service, and reduced summer hours are highlighted as part of the package. Academic leaves such as sabbaticals are also outlined for faculty in their collective agreements.
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