Associate/Full Research Professor

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Department of Mathematics invites applications for a non-tenure-track research professor with strong potential in number theory. This is a term, 36-week appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Research Professor, with teaching duties possible. Applicants must hold a Ph.D.

in mathematics or related field; candidates from all areas will be considered. Penn State offers competitive benefits including a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible

Qualifications

• PhD in mathematics or a closely related field.
• Candidates from all areas of mathematics will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in number theory.
• Collaborate with department faculty and supervise students.
• Possibly include teaching responsibilities within the appointment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research in number theory

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Mathematics invites applications for a research professor with strong research potential in number theory.

This is a term position; the length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

This is a non‑tenure‑track, 36‑week appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Research Professor. A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching is expected, and teaching responsibilities may be part of the appointment.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or a closely related field. Candidates from all areas of mathematics will be considered.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are required to complete the Penn State application and also submit materials through Mathjobs (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/28190). A complete application includes the following:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Publication List
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement
• At least three letters of reference submitted with your Mathjobs.org application, one of which should address the candidate's teaching abilities in detail.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

EEO IS THE LAW

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