Visiting Assistant Professor — Math Research & Teaching

Statistics Interest Group; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in the College of Natural Sciences. The appointment will focus on teaching and collaborative research in mathematics or statistics.

Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester, maintaining an active research program, and participating in local seminars and departmental activities. The role emphasizes inclusive teaching and collaboration with faculty and graduate students.

Qualifications

• A PhD in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Exceptional promise in research.
• Experience teaching undergraduate math and/or statistics courses.
• A commitment to outstanding teaching at all levels.
• The potential to interact effectively with department faculty members.

Responsibilities

• Teach responsibilities include two courses per semester; teaching loads may be reduced for Marshall H. Stone visiting assistant professorships.
• Maintain an active research program and contribute to the department's research life through talks, collaborations, and seminars.
• Contribute to mathematical research in the broader community by attending seminars, publishing, and presenting at conferences.
• Work collaboratively to promote teamwork, inclusiveness, and support CNS priorities.

Education

PhD in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in the College of Natural Sciences. The appointment will focus on teaching and collaborative research in mathematics or statistics.

Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester, maintaining an active research program, and participating in local seminars and departmental activities. The role emphasizes inclusive teaching and collaboration with faculty and graduate students.