Tenure-Track Math Professor & Research Mentor

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcorn State University seeks an Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Tenure Track) to teach undergraduate and graduate mathematics and mathematics education courses, including calculus and algebra. The role emphasizes research activity, curriculum development for accreditation, and student advisement.

The candidate will contribute to recruitment, retention, and service activities within the department and university while advancing scholarly work and external funding opportunities.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Mathematics and Math Education
• Demonstrated research and integrity
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communicationskills

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate math courses such as college algebra and calculus
• Create and maintain an environment conducive to excellence in teaching, research and services
• Prepare curricula for math and math education programs’ accreditation
• Participate in student recruitment and retention
• Conduct research for publication and seeking external research funds
• Provide advisement for students
• Participate in academic services to department, school and university
• Other related duties, as assigned

Skills

Math knowledge

Math Education

Research integrity

Communications

Time management

Student mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics or Math Education

Job description

Alcorn State University seeks an Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Tenure Track) to teach undergraduate and graduate mathematics and mathematics education courses, including calculus and algebra. The role emphasizes research activity, curriculum development for accreditation, and student advisement.

The candidate will contribute to recruitment, retention, and service activities within the department and university while advancing scholarly work and external funding opportunities.