Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Mathematics

University of St Thomas • St. Paul, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas (St. Paul, MN) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematics at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin in September 2027. In addition to teaching introductory-level undergraduate courses and upper-level courses for math majors, we prefer faculty who can conduct research in areas of applied mathematics including, but not limited to, methods in machine learning, artificial intelligence, optimization, operations research, or numerical methods. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, teaching MATH 230 (Introduction to Applied Mathematics) and/or MATH 316 (Applied Math and Modeling), other courses in our curriculum, or new courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs. The standard teaching load is three courses (12 credits) per semester, usually with two distinct preparations per semester. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and show a strong potential for maintaining an active research program. Research work with undergraduate students is encouraged and supported. Other duties include advising students and engaging in service activities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in mathematics or in a closely related field, or alternatively, candidates who have not completed their dissertation (ABD) but are nearing completion of the Ph.D. will also be considered, with an initial appointment made at the rank of instructor.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Strong potential for maintaining an active research program.
• Commitment to fostering a welcoming environment that supports students of all backgrounds in teaching, research, and/or service.

Nice To Haves

• Faculty who can conduct research in areas of applied mathematics including, but not limited to, methods in machine learning, artificial intelligence, optimization, operations research, or numerical methods.

Responsibilities

• Teaching introductory-level undergraduate courses and upper-level courses for math majors.
• Conducting research in areas of applied mathematics including, but not limited to, methods in machine learning, artificial intelligence, optimization, operations research, or numerical methods.
• Teaching MATH 230 (Introduction to Applied Mathematics) and/or MATH 316 (Applied Math and Modeling), other courses in our curriculum, or new courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs.
• Advising students.
• Engaging in service activities.

Benefits

• Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
• A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree