Assistant Professor, Mathematics & Computer Science

SACNAS; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary’s College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science beginning Fall 2027. The position seeks scholars active in computing, data science, statistics, or related interdisciplinary applications and who can teach across undergraduate and graduate programs including data science.

The appointment is at the Assistant Professor rank with expectations for teaching, research, and service in a liberal arts environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, or a closely related field.
• Interest in computing, applied/computational mathematics, statistics, or data-intensive methods.
• Ability to contribute to instruction in computer science, data science, and/or mathematics.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching in a liberal arts environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science, data science, and mathematics.
• Maintain an active scholarly agenda appropriate to the candidate’s discipline.
• Direct undergraduate research and senior comprehensive projects and mentoring and advising students.
• Contribute to service within the Department and College.

Skills

Computing

Applied mathematics

Statistics

Data science

Education

Ph.D. in computer science

Ph.D. in mathematics

Job description

The Saint Mary's College Department of Mathematics and Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science, beginning Fall 2027.

Established in 1844, Saint Mary’s College was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross. Saint Mary’s College is a liberal arts college for women, with a strong commitment to the education of undergraduate women, and graduate women and men. As a Catholic institution of higher learning, the College is also committed to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons. All faith traditions are welcome among our administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

We seek candidates whose teaching and scholarship engage computing, applied or computational mathematics, statistics, data-intensive methods, or related interdisciplinary applications. We are interested in candidates who can contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction in computer science, data science, and mathematics, including our Master of Science in Data Science program. We especially welcome candidates whose interests complement and expand the Department’s existing strengths and who are excited about developing courses in response to rapidly evolving areas such as computing, data science, artificial intelligence, and applied mathematics. Additional information about our programs, curriculum, and faculty is available in the Mathematics and Computer Science section of the College Bulletin. Opportunities also exist for interdisciplinary collaboration and teaching in areas such as environmental science, health sciences, neuroscience, digital and public humanities, and engineering-related programs.

Teaching, research, and service expectations include:

• An 18-credit teaching load per academic year, typically three courses per semester, with opportunities to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science, data science, and mathematics.
• Maintaining an active scholarly agenda appropriate to the candidate’s discipline.
• Directing undergraduate research and senior comprehensive projects and mentoring and advising students.
• Contributing to service within the Department and College.

The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates with prior full-time, tenure-track faculty experience may be eligible for credit toward the tenure and promotion timeline, consistent with College policy and negotiated at the time of appointment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, or a closely related field.
• Teaching and scholarly interests in one or more of the following areas: computing, applied or computational mathematics, statistics, data-intensive methods, or related interdisciplinary applications.
• Ability to contribute to instruction in computer science, data science, and/or mathematics.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students in a liberal arts environment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require visa sponsorship from the College, either now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

In keeping with the values of our founders and ongoing sponsors, Saint Mary’s College fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community committed to respecting the dignity of each person. The College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion (except as otherwise provided by law, given the College’s status as a religious institution), sex (including gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any characteristic or class protected under federal, state or local law. Saint Mary’s complies with all applicable state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

The College does not by this statement DISCLAIM any right it otherwise lawfully has to maintain its commitment to its Catholic identity or the teachings of the Catholic Church.