Endowed Professor/Distinguished Professor of Mathematics

Elizabeth City State University; Elizabeth City (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth City State University seeks an Endowed Professor/Distinguished Professor of Mathematics to lead scholarly activity across teaching and research. A Doctorate in mathematics and a proven record of published work are required, with an expectation to advance academic excellence and university mission.

The role emphasizes raising ECSU's prestige in northeastern North Carolina, teaching, course development, and collaboration with industry and government partners to foster student success and

Qualifications

• A Doctorate degree is required in mathematics or related areas.
• Must be a published scholar in mathematics.
• Will contribute to teaching excellence and scholarly activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach, develop, and assess courses.
• Raise prestige and visibility of ECSU regionally and nationally.
• Build partnerships with agencies to increase external funding.
• Demonstrate excellence in research and teaching through publications and presentations.

Skills

Recruitment

Partnership development

Research & teaching excellence

Industry collaboration

Education

Doctorate in mathematics

Job description

Endowed Professor/Distinguished Professor of Mathematics

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Posting Summary

Position Number

Position Number 6086-0000-0001-046

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Endowed Professor/Distinguished Professor of Mathematics

Division

Division Academic Affairs

Department/Unit

Department/Unit Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Technology

Section

Section Mathematics

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Engineering Technology is an academic unit in the School of Science, Aviation, Health, and Technology within the Division of Academic Affairs. The department offers undergraduate degrees in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Engineering Technology. The department also offers minors in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Engineering Technology. A Master of Science degree in Mathematics is offered with concentrations in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Teaching, and Remote Sensing.

The purpose of the unit is to foster an environment that encourages students to become active participants in the process of learning by providing quality teaching, advising, and engagement in career explorations.A Doctorate degree is required in mathematics or related areas. The individual selected for the Distinguished Professorship will be a published scholar in mathematics. His/her presence on the faculty will provide intellectual depth while further strengthening the quality of teaching in the fulfillment of the university’s mission of excellence in research and scholarly activities.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of the position is to raise the prestige and visibility of the university in northeastern North Carolina, the state, and the nation. The distinguished professorship will raise expectations, improve academic excellence, and enhance student learning thereby producing a more competitive ECSU student. The position will teach, develop, and assess courses.

Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position

Assist with recruitment and retention of undergraduate and graduate mathematics programs at ECSU .

Build partnerships with private, state, and federal agencies to increase external funding in the department.

Provide evidence of excellence in research and teaching through published articles and presentations at national conferences.

Improve collaborations with industry in northeastern North Carolina, the state and national industrial research facilities to enhance intellectual exchange between ECSU and other stakeholders.

Minimum Training and Experience

A Doctorate degree is required in mathematics or related areas. May hire at the lower rank of Distinguished Scholar based on review of credentials. The individual selected for the Distinguished Professorship will be a published scholar in mathematics. His/her presence on the faculty will provide intellectual depth while further strengthening the quality of teaching in the fulfillment of the university’s mission of excellence in research and scholarly activities.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

Management Preferences

Position Recruitment Range

Position Category

Position Category Faculty

Position Status

Position Status Permanent Full Time

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Posting Number

Posting Number EHRA00619P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/08/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

EHRA OSHR Statement

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

AA/EEO Statement

Elizabeth City State University is an Allegative 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.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Reflexive Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Reflexive Action Employer.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• Are you a current employee of the university?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a Doctorate degree in mathematics or related area?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you a published scholar in mathematics?
  • Yes
  • No
• What is your Philosophy for serving students?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume/ Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if you are identified as a finalist for the position.)

Optional Documents

• DD214
• Other

Human Resources

Elizabeth City State University
1704 Weeksville Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Mainline: 252.335.3252 | Fax: [phone]