Assistant Teaching Professor in Mathematics

The University of Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tampa invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position as Assistant Teaching Professor / Lecturer for the 2027-28 academic year. Successful candidates will hold at least a master’s degree in mathematics or related fields, with rank determined by degree.

Teaching load is four 4-credit courses per semester; summer teaching may be available for extra pay. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026 and continue until filled; finalists may undergo a criminal

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, or related fields.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and university service.
• Experience teaching lower-level Mathematics courses (Introductory Algebra, Introduction to Statistics, College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Finite Mathematics, Calculus for Business).

Responsibilities

• Teach four 4-credit courses per semester.
• Possibility to teach in the summer for additional compensation.

Education

Master’s degree in mathematics or related field

Terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.)

Job description

Position Details

The Department of Mathematics in The University of Tampa's College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education invites applicants for one full-time, non-tenure-track, annually renewable position as Assistant Teaching Professor/Lecturer for the academic year 2027-28.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have at least a master's degree in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, or other related fields. Candidates with a master’s degree will be hired as Lecturer, while those holding the terminal degree will be hired as Assistant Teaching Professor. All candidates are expected to have a commitment to excellence in teaching, engaging students in learning beyond the classroom, and university service. The successful candidates must have demonstrated experience in teaching lower-level courses in Mathematics (Introductory Algebra, Introduction to Statistics, College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Finite Mathematics, and Calculus for Business). The teaching load is four, 4-credit courses per semester. Faculty may have the opportunity to teach in the summer for additional compensation. Review of applications will commence from December 1, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.

Additional Information

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with 30 consecutive years of enrollment growth UTampa boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report. The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners.

The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences, and Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education, 18 master's programs, and 3 professional doctoral programs.

The College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education offers rigorous, high-quality undergraduate curricula in Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Criminology and Criminal Justice, Data Science, Education, History, International Studies, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology, and Applied Sociology. Graduate programs include a M.S. in Criminology and Criminal Justice, a M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction, a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, and a M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology. Our faculty are excellent teachers and scholars who engage their students both in and out of the classroom. Our college continually fosters relationships with governmental, not-for-profit, and community organizations in the greater Tampa Bay region to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, https://www.ut.edu/academics/college-of-social-sciences-mathematics-and-education.

The faculty and administrators in CSSME, along with professional staff across the University, will provide meaningful support for your teaching and scholarship as elements of your personal and career development. We encourage you to grow professionally, and we support a healthy work-life integration to nurture that growth.

The vision of the College of Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Education is “Empowering learners to make a difference.” All candidates are expected to contribute to the diversity of our curriculum and community. We are searching for teacher-scholars who will serve as mentors for our diverse student body, and who have a demonstrated commitment to the academic success of all students.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate based on age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job-related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

The University of Tampa is a comprehensive, independent university that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. Four colleges offer about 200 areas of graduate and undergraduate study. The Spartan Studies general education curriculum helps to prepare students to be successful, contributing members of the global community. Graduate and continuing studies programs exemplify our commitment to the professions and community. The University’s 110-acre residential campus in downtown Tampa provides an exceptional setting for learning both on and off campus.

Valuing the community’s international heritage, the University attracts students, faculty and staff from around the world with diverse backgrounds to facilitate intercultural learning. UT is committed to the development of each student to become a productive and responsible citizen. The University conducts classes in personalized settings in which learning is enhanced through application by balancing “learning by thinking” with “learning by doing.” Students are taught by highly qualified faculty members dedicated to teaching, scholarship, advising and continued intellectual growth.

Students participate in learning partnerships with faculty and the community through clinical and consulting assignments, internships and research experiences. Academic services and co-curricular activities support individual well-being and development, and provide leadership opportunities. UT strives to provide a rich and inclusive learning environment for all students to prepare them for careers and lifelong learning.