Assistant Professor, Applied Mathematics

Wentworth Institute of Technology; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 89,042 - 106,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

10% retirement contribution

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is searching for an Assistant Professor of Applied Mathematics to join the School of Computing and Data Science. The role involves teaching three courses per semester, engaging in research, and providing service to the institute.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field, with substantial professional experience required. The position offers a competitive salary range of $89,042 to $106,467 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of mathematical concepts, practices, and procedures for research and teaching.
• Substantial professional experience in a directly related field.
• 3 years of related professional work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3 courses each fall and spring semester.
• Engage in active research in the field of expertise.
• Provide service to the institute, including mentoring student organizations.

Skills

Mathematical concepts

Teaching experience

Research experience

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics or related discipline

Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or related field preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

Title: Assistant Professor, Applied Mathematics

College/School: School of Computing and Data Science

Start Date: Beginning Fall 2026

About Wentworth and the School of Computing and Data Science

Wentworth is a university offering a strong return on investment for graduates with a mission to empower, inspire, and innovate through experiential learning.

The School of Computing and Data Science (SCDS) offers undergraduate majors in Applied Mathematics, Applied Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Technology, and graduate degrees in Computer Science, Data Science, and Cybersecurity.

Teaching and research strengths include artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, high-performance computing, mobile and web application development, stochastic processes, dynamical systems, financial mathematics, graph theory, algebra, and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3 courses (12 credit hours) each fall and spring semester, incorporating experiential or project-based content.
• Engage in active research in field of expertise.
• Provide service to the institute, including mentoring student organizations and committee work.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of mathematical concepts, practices, and procedures for research and teaching.
• Substantial professional experience in a directly related field.

Preferred Requirements

• Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or related field.
• 3 years of related professional work experience.
• Research, curriculum development, and teaching experience in mathematical modeling (e.g., catastrophic modeling) or simulation (e.g., discrete time and/or discrete event).

Position Details

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary. Salary range is $89,042 to $106,467. Benefits include a 10% retirement contribution (no matching required) and a three-semester schedule. Contracts are for two semesters (fall and spring) with optional summer teaching paid on a prorated basis.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following materials: cover letter, current CV or resume, and statement of teaching philosophy and research.

Applications received on or before January 15, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Compensation and Benefits

Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. Comprehensive benefits package information is available at https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth.

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