The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts & Sciences at Baylor University invites applications for the Robert and Veronica K. Piziak Endowed Chair in Mathematics, a tenured position at the rank of Professor beginning August 2027.
We seek an internationally recognized scholar with a vibrant research program in mathematics. The ideal candidate will have exceptional expertise and a record of research at the forefront of important advances in the field. The successful candidate will be expected to make significant contributions to the department’s research and teaching missions. We seek a collegial faculty member who will contribute positively to a departmental culture of outstanding research, excellent teaching, and dedicated service to undergraduate and graduate students.
Review of completed applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled or February 1, 2027, whichever comes first. For details about the position and to apply, see apply.interfolio.com/187222.
About Baylor University: Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas and is the oldest college in the state. It has a diverse student population of 21,000 and is recognized as an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification. Baylor is also noted on the honor roll of "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. As a Christian university with historic Baptist roots and as reflected in the Notice of Non-Discrimination, Baylor strives to be a place characterized by civility and respect. We believe each student, faculty, staff, and administrator is made in the image of God. Baylor's new strategic plan, Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as it continues its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.
Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in mathematics or a closely related field. Applicants are expected to have a distinguished record of publication and scholarship in mathematics. Experience securing external grant funding and mentoring graduate students is preferred.
A complete application must include the following materials submitted electronically via Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/187222:
• A cover letter.
• A curriculum vitae.
• The names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses of three references.
• An unofficial doctoral transcript. Official transcripts will be required for candidates invited for a campus interview.
• The self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form.
Questions concerning the position should be directed to Fritz Gesztesy, Search Committee Chair, at fritz_gesztesy@baylor.edu
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.
