Assistant Professor (19767)

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Top 2 Percent Scientists is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly research, as well as engage in enhancing both undergraduate and graduate academic experiences.

This faculty position includes responsibilities such as teaching mathematics courses, securing research funding, and advising students. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in a related field and ideally have experience in Financial Mathematics or Statistics.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to high-quality instruction.
• Interest in interdisciplinary initiatives within mathematics.
• Experience in Financial Mathematics, Statistics, or Actuarial Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses.
• Engage in scholarly research and secure external funding.
• Advise students academically and contribute to student development.
• Utilize modern teaching technologies and innovative pedagogical practices.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels

Capacity to secure research funding

Experience in student academic development

Proficiency with teaching technologies

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or a closely related field

Job description

Position Overview

Position: Assistant Professor – Department of Mathematics. The Department of Mathematics at Florida A&M University (FAMU) invites qualified applicants to apply for this position. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, scholarly research, and enhancing both undergraduate and graduate academic experiences.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses.
• Engage in scholarly research and secure external funding when possible.
• Advise students academically and contribute to student development.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.
• Utilize modern teaching technologies and innovative pedagogical practices.
• Support and foster a positive and collaborative academic atmosphere.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or a closely related field.
• Preference given to candidates with strong experience in Financial Mathematics, Statistics, or Actuarial Science.
• Commitment to high-quality instruction across a broad range of mathematics courses.
• Interest in developing interdisciplinary initiatives within mathematics.

Recommended Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Capacity to secure external research funding.
• Proven experience in student academic development.
• Proficiency with teaching technologies and modern pedagogical approaches.

Pay Plan

Faculty position.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment screening required (criminal background check, reference verification, and education confirmation).
• Applicable official educational documents must be submitted at onboarding.
• Only U.S. citizens or individuals legally authorized to work in the U.S. are eligible.
• Proof of identity and employment eligibility must be provided within three days of employment.
• For male applicants born after October 1, 1962, proof of Selective Service registration required.

Application Instructions

Candidates must complete the online application and provide the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing teaching and research interests.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Research statement.
• Unofficial transcript from the degree-granting institution.
• Contact information for at least four professional references:
  • Minimum two references to address research aptitude.
  • At least one reference to address teaching effectiveness.
• Applicants must include full employment and education history, even when attaching a resume.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. We welcome applications from minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.