Assistant Professor, Mathematics

Florida Gulf Coast University • Lexington, MA

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About The Position

As Assistant Professor of Mathematics, you will teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; conduct research/scholarship; participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives; and perform other duties as assigned. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. Typical duties include but are not limited to: Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments. Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards. Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction and engages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuous improvement. Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and individual support to students. Utilizes the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively. Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement. Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met. Establishes and maintains an active research program, including opportunities for undergraduate student involvement. Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication and grantsmanship. Engages in continued professional development and maintains professional skills appropriate to rank and field. Actively participates in departmental, college, and university committees and meetings. Contributes to community, institutional, and professional service in support of the University’s mission. Participates in faculty evaluation, student learning assessment, and required training activities. Communicates professionally and in a timely manner with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators. Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and excellence in all professional activities. Complies with University policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Data Science, Analysis, Graph Theory, Algebra, Combinatorics, Applied Math or Statistics, or related area from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
• ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2026.
• If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.
• Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
• Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologies for efficiently and effectively achieving specific learning goals.
• Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high level questioning skills.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
• Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronous online).
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction, resulting in improved student learning.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in interdisciplinary teaching and research perspective with well-defined research goals.
• Willingness to engage in service opportunities commensurate with career maturity.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards.
• Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction and engages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuous improvement.
• Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and individual support to students.
• Utilizes the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively.
• Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement.
• Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
• Establishes and maintains an active research program, including opportunities for undergraduate student involvement.
• Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication and grantsmanship.
• Engages in continued professional development and maintains professional skills appropriate to rank and field.
• Actively participates in departmental, college, and university committees and meetings.
• Contributes to community, institutional, and professional service in support of the University’s mission.
• Participates in faculty evaluation, student learning assessment, and required training activities.
• Communicates professionally and in a timely manner with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and excellence in all professional activities.
• Complies with University policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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