Assistant Teaching Professor- Mathematics

Southern Miss School of Leadership; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor- Mathematics. This nine-month, teaching-track faculty position involves teaching undergraduate (and potentially graduate) Mathematics courses, mentoring students, and providing service to the school, college, university, and professional organizations.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Mathematics Program Coordinator, assisting in program development, and supporting student

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics or closely related discipline from an accredited university.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or strong potential for teaching excellence.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to teach undergraduate Mathematics coursework.
• Commitment to student mentoring and student-centered teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate coursework in Mathematics.
• Assisting with program development and needs in coordination with the Mathematics Program Coordinator.
• Mentoring students toward professional career goals.
• Participating in service to the university, college, school, community, and professional organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Collegial collaboration

Undergraduate Mathematics

Student mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics

Doctoral study preferred

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Assistant Teaching Professor- Mathematics

Assistant Teaching Professor- Mathematics

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor- Mathematics.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 54,000.00 - 54,000.00

Pay Grade Generic Grade

Posting Close Date December 20, 2026

Job Summary

This nine-month, teaching-track faculty position requires teaching undergraduate and potentially graduate courses in the School, mentoring students, providing service to the school, college, university, and professional organizations, and assisting the program coordinator for the Mathematics program.

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate coursework in Mathematics.
• Assisting with program development and needs in coordination with the Mathematics Program Coordinator.
• Mentoring students toward professional career goals.
• Participating in service to the university, college, school, community, and professional organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Mathematics or closely related discipline from an accredited university.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or strong potential for teaching excellence.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.
• Ability to teach undergraduate Mathematics coursework.
• Commitment to student mentoring and student-centered teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree or in Mathematics or related field.
• Experience with student recruitment and program development.
• Teaching, mentoring, and service experience at the university level.
• Experience with online course delivery and instruction (Canvas Learning Management System).
• Active involvement in professional organizations related Mathematics.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.