Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences

Shenandoah University•Winchester, VA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Shenandoah University’s College of Arts and Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences for a full-time, benefited position on its main campus in Winchester, Virginia. The role includes teaching, scholarship, and service. The mathematical research area is open, with a preference for applied mathematics and research projects that contribute to undergraduate research. Primary teaching responsibilities include upper-level computational and proof-based courses supporting mathematics, applied mathematics, and technology programs, as well as service courses based on the needs of programs in the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering and Technology. The successful candidate will collaborate within a growing department focused on active, student-centered teaching; develop relationships with students and faculty across disciplines; and contribute to the department’s academic and scholarly development. The candidate will also play an active role in shaping undergraduate programs in the mathematical sciences. Applications should include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Application review begins immediately and continues until a qualified candidate is selected. A pre-employment background check is required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire. Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition of employment; Shenandoah University is not currently able to sponsor international visas.

Requirements

PhD in mathematics or a related field by the date of appointment.
Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.
Evidence of scholarly and professional activities.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Pre-employment background check; a satisfactory driving record may also be required as a condition of hire.

Nice To Haves

Research area in applied mathematics.
Research projects that contribute to undergraduate research.

Responsibilities

Teach upper-level computational and proof-based courses supporting mathematics, applied mathematics, and technology programs.
Teach service courses according to the needs of programs in the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering and Technology.
Conduct scholarship and research, with a preference for applied mathematics and projects contributing to undergraduate research.
Participate in service responsibilities.
Develop relationships with students and faculty across disciplines in the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering and Technology.
Contribute to the academic and scholarly development of the department.
Play an active role in shaping undergraduate programs in the mathematical sciences.