Assistant Professor Non Tenure Track

St. John's University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John’s University seeks an Assistant Professor for a full-time, one-year contract in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. The position emphasizes high-quality teaching and responsibilities include delivering courses across various Math and Computer Science disciplines while supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Qualifications

• Applicants should possess a PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Education, or a closely related field.
• Preference for candidates with evidence of teaching experience in Mathematics and Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Teaching 12 credits per fall and spring semesters in Calculus, Statistics, Data Science, and Machine Learning.
• Holding office hours and participating in teaching-related meetings.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mathematics

Computer Science

Education

PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Education, or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor - Non Tenure Track

Faculty

Queens, NY • ID: TF26-16 • Full-Time/Regular

ST. JOHN’S COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Full-Time One-Year Contract (Non-Tenure Track) Faculty Position

Assistant Professor

Full-time one-year contract (non-tenure track) faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science of St. John’s University.

The Institution

Established in 1870, St. John’s University has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy, Limerick, Ireland, and Paris, France; and study-abroad locations worldwide. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and various study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of online programs. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

Commitment to Inclusion

A dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all community members. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every institutional level. As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Department Information

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers several programs: BS and BA in Mathematics, BS in Computing and Machine Learning, BS in Financial Mathematics, MA in Applied Mathematics, Computing, and Machine Learning, and MS in Computational Biology and Biostatistics.

The Department is located at: 8000 Utopia Parkway, Queens, NY 11439

Many of our faculty use our convenient location to participate in the numerous seminars in the area via public transportation, such as at NYU, Columbia University, the CUNY Graduate Center, and the Simons Foundation. You can find information about our faculty and their research interests here: https://www.stjohns.edu/offices-departments/mathematics-and-computer-science.

Responsibilities

The main responsibility for this position is teaching 12 credits per fall and spring semesters. The courses will be determined by the needs of the department. The usual needs are: Calculus, Statistics, Mathematics for Liberal Arts, and introductory courses in Data Science and Machine Learning (see courses CSC 1030, CSC 1380, MTH 1000, MTH 1100, MTH 1020, MTH 1210, MTH 1220, MTH 1250, MTH 1260, MTH 1320 in https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/schools-and-colleges/bulletins/undergraduate-bulletin). Related duties include holding office hours, participating in teaching-related meetings, and other activities needed for student recruitment and success.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess a PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Education, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of teaching experience in Mathematics and Computer Science. This is a one-year contract position (September 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) with the possibility of renewal for the next academic year. High quality teaching is essential for renewal of the position in subsequent years. Candidates whohave an active research agenda in Mathematics or Computer Science may be considered for a tenure-track position ifone becomes available.

Application Process

A complete application must include:

1. A cover letter that explains the applicant’s interest in our department and their ability to meet the expectations of the position listed under “Responsibilities” above.

2. A curriculum vitae.

3. A teaching statement that includes the applicant’s teaching philosophy. We encourage applicants to include in their cover letter and/or teaching statement a summary of their past and/or future contributions to promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.

4. A document containing names and contact information for at least three references, two of whom should be able to evaluate the candidate's teaching.

All items should be submitted electronically via the link below.

Contact person :

David Rosenthal

Professor and Chair

Dept. of Mathematics & Computer Science

St. John’s University

8000 Utopia Pkwy

Queens, NY 11439

E-mail: [e-mail]

The review of applications will begin on July 7, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, employment verification, and education.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $72,100 - $79,200. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

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