Endowed Professor/Distinguished Scholar Mathematics

Elizabeth City State University; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth City State University invites applications for an Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Professor of Mathematics. The appointment will raise the university's prestige, teach, develop and assess courses, and strengthen research and scholarly activities.

Candidates must hold a Doctorate in mathematics or related areas; they will be expected to publish and to contribute to the university's mission of excellence in teaching and engagement.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in mathematics or related area required.
• May hire at lower rank based on credentials.
• Published scholar with strong teaching and research credentials.

Responsibilities

• Teach, develop, and assess mathematics courses.
• Raise the university's prestige and visibility in northeastern North Carolina, the state, and the nation.

Skills

Recruitment

Partnerships

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Education

Doctorate in Mathematics

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Position Number

6086-0000-0001-046

Classification Title

Endowed Professor/Distinguished Scholar Mathematics

Working Title

Endowed Professor/Distinguished Professor of Mathematics

Division

Academic Affairs

Department/Unit

Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Technology

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.

Position Category

Faculty

Position Status

Permanent Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EHRA00619P

Job Open Date

09/08/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
• If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.

EHRA OSHR Statement

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

AA/EEO Statement

Elizabeth City State University is an Affrimative 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.

Background Check Statement

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 Affrimative 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 Affrimative Action Employer.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7823