Teaching Faculty in Mathematics

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Department of Mathematics at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Teaching Professor (Assistant/Associate/Full) non-tenure track appointment. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Mathematics and a demonstrated commitment to teaching precalculus and calculus.

Experience in related fields is preferred, and involvement in developing new or existing courses is expected. Applications through Mathjobs.org will be reviewed starting October 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics.
• Evidence of effective teaching and commitment to student learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach precalculus and calculus courses.
• Contribute to development of new or existing courses.
• Engage in service and scholarship as part of a teaching Professor role.

Skills

Teaching

Precalculus

Calculus

Course development

Curriculum design

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics

Job description

This is a term position; 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.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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)
• Publication List
• Teaching Statement

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2026

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.)

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