Teaching Faculty in Mathematics

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Department of Mathematics at Penn State seeks a Teaching Professor at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor (non-tenure track) with a focus on precalculus and calculus instruction. A Ph.D. in mathematics is required, and expertise in related areas such as linear programming or machine learning is a plus.

The candidate will help develop new or existing courses and must apply via Penn State and Mathjobs.org. Review of applications begins October 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in mathematics is required.
• Interest and documented expertise in teaching precalculus and calculus are essential.
• Research or teaching experience in linear programming, game theory, operations research, machine learning, or a related field is preferred.
• Candidates must be ready to contribute to the development of new or existing courses.
• Applicants must complete the Penn State application and must submit an application through Mathjobs.org (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/28842).
• Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026.

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

Position Specifics

The Department of Mathematics at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Teaching Professor at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Full Teaching Professor depending on qualifications. This is a non-tenure track appointment. Interest and documented expertise in teaching precalculus and calculus are essential. Research or teaching experience in linear programming, game theory, operations research, machine learning, or a related field is preferred. Candidates must be ready to contribute to the development of new or existing courses. A Ph.D. in mathematics is required. Applicants must complete the Penn State application and must submit an application through Mathjobs.org (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/28842).

The following materials must be uploaded to the application in order to be fully considered:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• At least three reference letters submitted directly to Mathjobs.org (two of which should address in detail the candidate’s abilities as a teacher)

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026

Background Check/Clearances

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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.)

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