Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences

Appalachian State University; Missouri; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences. The tenure-track position in the Department of Mathematical Sciences (250500) emphasizes teaching core undergraduate and master's level courses, student mentoring, and an active research agenda.

The department values ethical, effective teaching and evidence-based pedagogy, including innovative approaches to AI in teaching and ensuring inclusive scholarly environments within the university

Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in mathematics or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours of mathematics coursework.
• ABD candidates will be considered, but the degree should be expected by the time the position begins.
• A clear agenda for continuing scholarship.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Documented experience in or potential for teaching upper-level undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses.

Responsibilities

• teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the mathematical sciences, with a standard teaching load of 18 credit hours per year for research-active faculty
• establish and maintain an active program of research or other scholarly activities that may include applying for external funding
• participate in service activities which may include advising students, curriculum planning and assessment, working with professional organizations, and other activities needed for faculty governance at the department, college, and university levels
• provide support for the mathematical sciences community by encouraging the intellectual curiosity of students through undergraduate and graduate research projects and academic and career advising.

Skills

Communication

Teaching ability

Scholarly agenda

Education

Doctorate in mathematics

ABD candidate welcomed

Job description

Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Department: Mathematical Sciences - 250500

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in mathematics or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours of mathematics coursework,
• ABD candidates will be considered, but the degree should be expected by the time the position begins.
• A clear agenda for continuing scholarship,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and
• Documented experience in or potential for teaching upper-level undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

• Teach core undergraduate and master's level courses in differential equations and/or modeling,
• Teach elective courses at the advanced undergraduate and master's level,
• Mentor undergraduate and master's level student research projects,
• Educate students of varied mathematical backgrounds,
• Pursue and implement a variety of pedagogical strategies in the classroom,
• Contribute to departmental and university conversations regarding ethical, effective, and evidence-based uses of artificial intelligence in teaching, learning, and scholarly work, and
• Foster an inclusive scholarly environment in teaching, mentoring, research, and/or service that enhances the diverse programs in the department and university.

Description of the Department or Unit

The Department of Mathematical Sciences consists of 31 tenured or tenure track faculty as well as more than 30 full- and part-time non-tenure track faculty. The department offers undergraduate degrees in actuarial science and mathematics with concentrations in statistics, secondary education, business, life sciences, physical sciences, and computation. The department also offers an M.A. with concentrations in either secondary education or college teaching. The department currently has about 250 undergraduate majors and 15 graduate students. Appalachian State University is a member institution of the sixteen-campus University of North Carolina. Located in Boone, North Carolina, the university has approximately 21,000 students, primarily in bachelor's and master's programs in both liberal arts and applied fields. Appalachian has both a traditional residential campus and a variety of distance education programs. Additional information about the Department of Mathematical Sciences, the university, and the surrounding area is located at: www.mathsci.appstate.edu.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the mathematical sciences, with a standard teaching load of 18 credit hours per year for research-active faculty,
• establish and maintain an active program of research or other scholarly activities that may include applying for external funding,
• participate in service activities which may include advising students, curriculum planning and assessment, working with professional organizations, and other activities needed for faculty governance at the department, college, and university levels, and
• provide support for the mathematical sciences community by encouraging the intellectual curiosity of students through undergraduate and graduate research projects and academic and career advising.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2027

Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins: 01/08/2027

Appalachian State University is an Affiritive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.