Instructor or Lecturer, Mathematics

The Opportunity

The School of Data, Mathematical, and Statistical Sciences (SDMSS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for two nine-month, non-tenure earning instructor or lecturer positions in mathematics anticipated to begin August 2026. This annually renewable position offers a clear career path with the possibility of promotion based on years of service and performance.

The selected candidates will take roles in developing curriculum and pedagogy with the intent of improving student learning in undergraduate courses in mathematics. Additionally, we are especially interested in individuals who can contribute through their teaching and service to the excellence of our academic community and foster an environment in which faculty, staff, and students of broad representation are welcomed and can thrive. The instructional duties and service assignments are in accordance with the college's current equitable workload policy.

SDMSS at UCF offers a full range of mathematics courses for its B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs, in addition to providing service courses for the university's general education program and STEM majors. For more information about these programs at UCF visit https : / / sciences.ucf.edu / math / .

The College of Sciences (COS) houses most of the university's natural, computational, and social sciences in eight departments, two schools, and several centers. The college's programs play a key role in advancing UCF as a national research university that is determined to help students from all backgrounds achieve success. For more information, visit https : / / sciences.ucf.edu / .

Minimum Qualifications :

A master's degree (for instructor) or a doctorate (for lecturer) in mathematics or a closely related field from an accredited institution. In addition, the successful applicant must have undergraduate teaching experience in mathematics at the lower division levels.

Preferred Qualifications :

Preference will be given to candidates with two or more of the following :

Equivalent of three years of full-time college level teaching experience in mathematics.

Experience in teaching mathematics at the upper division levels.

Experience in implementation of student success initiatives.

Experience using online technology in mathematics courses.

Experience in coordinating courses with multiple sections.

Experience in teaching and managing large lecture classes.

Experience in seeking external funding for educational research.

Experience in developing curriculum and pedagogy.

Additional Application Materials Required :

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https : / / www.ucf.edu / jobs / . In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload the following :

A curriculum vitae.

A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position.

A teaching philosophy statement

A list of courses independently taught at the university level, including the semester(s), class size, and instructional modality (e.g., face-to-face, online, hybrid).

NOTE : Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to : Zhisheng Shuai at zhisheng.shuai@ucf.edu

Special Instructions to the Applicants :

Sponsorship for employment-based visas will only be considered under exceptional circumstances and is not guaranteed. Preference will be given to candidates who are currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Job Close Date : January 15, 2026

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers :

Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.

Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

Retirement savings options.

Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.

• Education assistance.

Flexible work environment.

And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions :

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research

associates.

Department

College of Sciences (COS) - Department of Mathematics

Work Schedule

Varies

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

Negotiable

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu .

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu .