Teaching Assistant Professor

Portland State University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 92,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (premium paid 95%)

Retirement package

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Portland State University is Oregon’s public research university, located in Portland. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics seeks a non-tenure-track continuous appointment at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor to coordinate the calculus sequence and to deliver instruction in algebra and calculus.

We especially welcome candidates with a background in mathematics education and a commitment to diversity and inclusive teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mathematics Education or Mathematics (or closely related field) required, in hand at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the calculus sequence and deliver instruction in algebra and calculus courses.

Skills

Coordinate calculus sequence

Algebra and Calculus instruction

Diversity and inclusion experience

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics Education/Mathematics/closely related field

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Portland State University

Position Details

• Proposed Start Date: 03/16/2027
• Rank: CT - Teaching Assistant Professor
• Working Title: Teaching Assistant Professor
• Position Number: D97363
• Representation: AU - AAUP
• Faculty Type: Non-Tenure Track Continuous
• Position FTE: 1
• Term of Service: 9 month

Position Summary

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state‑of‑the‑art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Portland State University seeks to make a non‑tenure‑track continuous appointment (NTTF-CA) at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate the calculus sequence and deliver excellent instruction in algebra and calculus courses. We warmly welcome candidates with a background and expertise in mathematics education. As a university committed to developing a diverse faculty, we are especially interested in candidates from underrepresented groups and in individuals with experience working with diverse student populations.

The position description is incorporated by reference into the Notice of Appointment, consistent with the practices outlined for non‑tenure‑track faculty in the current PSU‑AAUP collective bargaining agreement (Article 18 Section 2).

Primary Activity

I - Instructional

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, Mathematics, or a closely related field in hand at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Cultural Competencies

• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.

Professional Standards of Conduct

At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respect ul, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be between $92,148 and $96,000, but may be negotiated above this range dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.

Supplemental Questions

Reference Requests

• Accept References: Yes
• Minimum Number of References: 3

Applicant Documents

1. * Please name the specific field/discipline in which you received (or will receive) your Ph.D. (Open Ended Question)
2. * How did you first find out about this position?
   • PSU website
   • Indeed
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • HERCJobs
   • Referral
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   • Professional Journal - please specify in comment box in the next question
   • Other - please specify in comment box in the next question
3. If you selected Other, please describe. (Open Ended Question)

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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