Assistant Professor, Discrete Math & Graph Theory

Sacbar; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Discrete Mathematics/Graph Theory to begin in August 2027. The candidate should demonstrate teaching excellence, strong research potential, and the ability to secure external funding. A Ph.D.

in mathematics or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment. The department emphasizes student-centered teaching and supports research and service within the academic community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field.
• A clear and well-defined research agenda or early record of high-impact research, publications, or external funding in analysis.
• Evidence of teaching excellence demonstrated by engagement with high-impact teaching practices or recognized teaching awards.
• Awareness of the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population through cross-cultural study, training, teaching, or comparable experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching, research, and service within the department.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research potential

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field

Job description

San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Discrete Mathematics/Graph Theory to begin in August 2027. The candidate should demonstrate teaching excellence, strong research potential, and the ability to secure external funding. A Ph.D.

in mathematics or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment. The department emphasizes student-centered teaching and supports research and service within the academic community.