Assistant or Associate Professor, Actuarial Science and Statistics

High Point University; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point University invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Actuarial Science and Statistics starting August 2026. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses, advising students, and participating in departmental responsibilities. A collaborative mindset and evidence of teaching excellence are crucial for success. Applications received by November 9, 2025 will be fully considered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching.
• Record of scholarly achievement and collaboration.
• Ability to work with motivated undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 contact hours per year (typically 6 classes).
• Undertake professional development and research.
• Advise students and assist with curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Scholarly achievement

Collaboration

Industry partnerships

Education

Ph.D. in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field

Job description

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at High Point University invites applications for a full‑time Assistant or Associate Professor of Actuarial Science and Statistics, with an expected start date of August 2026. This position is a 9‑month, non‑tenure track position, eligible for renewable multi‑year contracts and eventual promotion to Associate Professor or Professor rank. We seek a creative and thoughtful teacher‑scholar to join our dynamic team and take the lead in teaching and mentoring our students pursuing the B.S. in Actuarial Science for the long term. The department also offers undergraduate programs in Mathematics, Mathematical Economics, and Data Analytics and Statistics.

The successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate mathematics and/or statistics courses within the Mathematical Sciences, teaching not only our majors but also serving other STEM undergraduates and general education students. For this position, we seek a person whose academic and/or professional expertise equips them to teach upper‑division mathematics and statistics courses to Actuarial Science students. Additional expectations include academic advising, department service (e.g. assessment, recruitment), serving on school and university‑wide committees. Faculty are expected to develop and maintain an active program of professional development, and involving undergraduates in those endeavors is a plus. The typical teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, which equates to three 4‑credit courses each term.

Qualifications

Education

Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. or doctorate in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, or a closely related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

The successful candidate should have demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching, a record of scholarly achievement, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in working with highly motivated undergraduate students. Additionally, the successful candidate will present evidence of the potential to establish industry partnerships for internship opportunities for students in Actuarial Science. The success of our undergraduate students is our primary focus.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 contact hours (typically 6 classes) per year
• Undertake professional development and produce scholarly research
• Advise students
• Assist with curriculum development and department assessment
• Assist with university and department recruiting efforts
• Participate in department, school, and university meetings and committees
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean

Application Materials

• A letter of interest addressing the required qualifications and responsibilities
• A current CV
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A statement of research interests
• Unofficial transcripts of graduate studies
• Names and contact information for three professional recommendations

Applications received by November 9, 2025 are assured full consideration. The start date for the position is August 2026. Applicants who do not meet the qualifications or are not legally authorized to work in the U.S. will not be considered.