Assistant Professor Mathematical Sciences

Montana Technological University; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Mandatory retirement plan

Partial tuition waiver

Wellness program

Job summary

Montana Tech seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science. The role involves teaching 9 credits per semester, advising majors, overseeing student research, and contributing to curriculum redesign, with an emphasis on data science applications.

The department supports scholarly activity and offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of a vibrant campus community in the Rocky Mountains. Applications reviewed by January 3, 2027.

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science awarded by August 2027.
• Ability to teach a wide variety of mathematics, statistics, and data science courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach 9 credits per semester of statistics, mathematics, and data science courses.
• Advise Statistics, Mathematics, and Data Science majors and oversee student projects.
• Participate in curriculum redesign and maintain an active scholarly agenda.

Skills

Teaching versatility

Data science knowledge

Course planning

Education

PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Professor

Mathematical Sciences

Full-Time

Tenure Track

Salary: $74,000/Academic Year

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Montana Tech is pleased to announce an opening for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the field of Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science with experience and/or research interests in data science. Montana Technological University, a regionally accredited college in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, primarily offers degrees in the sciences and engineering. The Mathematical Sciences Department offers undergraduate majors in Mathematics (with options in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics) and Data Science. The primary duties of the position are to teach courses in statistics, mathematics, and data science, with a normal teaching load of 9 credits per semester. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining an active scholarly agenda, advising Statistics, Mathematics, and Data Science majors, overseeing student research projects, and participating in curriculum redesign.

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by 01/03/2027 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties

Teach 9 credits per semester of statistics, mathematics, and/or data science courses. Additional responsibilities could include, but are not limited to, advising data science, statistics, or mathematics majors, overseeing student projects, and participating in curriculum redesign.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or Data Science awarded by August 2027
• Ability to teach a wide variety of mathematics, statistics, and data science courses within the current curriculum

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in college level mathematics, statistics, and/or data science
• Evidence of effective teaching
• Experience and/or expertise with data visualization, simulation, and/or statistical methods that support our current course offerings in Data Science
• Ability to teach courses using Python and R
• Demonstrated research expertise in data science areas such as: machine/deep learning, big data mining and analytics, visualizing and communication data, data driven modeling and prediction, rich media data processing, database systems for analytics, quantitative social science, statistical learning, topological data analysis

Application Requirements

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

• Cover letter which specifically addresses the above-mentioned qualifications
• One-page teaching statement
• Statement of current research interests
• List of courses taught in the past three years
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
• Contact information for three professional references

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

• Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State, the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100,000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions

Veterans Employment Preference

To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to [e-mail]. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

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Request an Accommodation

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson at 406-496-4380 or email [e-mail]

Why Work at Tech

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions
• Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.