Faculty Professor A W Mellon

The Mathematics Department of the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for an endowed Mellon Chair, to begin Fall 2026. Mellon Chairs are the most prestigious academic appointments at the University of Pittsburgh.  Applicants should hold a Ph. D. in mathematics or related disciplines, have an outstanding research record, and be acknowledged leaders in their fields of expertise in the mathematical sciences.  In addition to scholarly accomplishments, the Department expects and highly values excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The applicant should be committed to taking a collaborative leadership role in advancing the research profile and national and international reputation of our department.  The appointment will be at the Full Professor level.  

We favor candidates with a record of creative scholarly collaboration as well as outstanding individual productivity. We ask that applicants demonstrate how their research and teaching interests would contribute to or augment our current research strengths:Research Areas | Department of Mathematics | University of Pittsburgh

Recognizing the crucial benefits that diversity contributes to our intellectual vitality, the University  of Pittsburgh has embarked on significant initiatives to diversify its faculty, student body, and curriculum. We encourage applications from creative and dedicated scholars, teachers, and mentors eager to contribute to this mission.

Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter containing a description of their research, teaching, and leadership profile; a full CV; and contact information (including email addresses) for at least three recommenders to math@pitt.edu.

Applicants who advance to the next stage will be asked to submit additional materials. Recommenders will be notified at that point to submit letters of recommendation via our online application system.

Please direct administrative questions to Jason Irwin (JAI48@pitt.edu). Other questions  can be directed to search committee chair Juan Manfredi (manfredi@pitt.edu).

The University of Pittsburgh is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  All appointments at the University of Pittsburgh are subject to budgetary approval.  

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