Visiting Assistant Professor, Statistics
About The Position
The Department of Mathematical Sciences at High Point University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Statistics for the 2026-2027 academic year. The expected start date is August 2026. We seek a creative and thoughtful teacher-scholar to join our dynamic team and support our programs in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Data Analytics and Statistics, and Mathematical Economics. The successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate statistics and/or mathematics courses within the Mathematical Sciences, teaching not only our majors but also serving other STEM undergraduates and general education students. Additional expectations include department service (e.g. assessment, recruitment). Faculty are expected to develop and maintain an active program of professional development, and involving undergraduates in those endeavors is a plus. The typical teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, which equates to three 4-credit courses each term. Founded in 1924, HPU is a 102-year-old liberal arts institution located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina. At High Point University, every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. “America’s Best Colleges” 2025 Edition, published in the U.S. News & World Report, ranks HPU #1 among all regional colleges in the South and #1 as Most Innovative Regional College in the South for innovative improvements in terms of curriculum, faculty, students, campus life, technology or facilities. All applicants must submit a single attachment with the following sections: A letter of interest addressing the required qualifications and responsibilities A current CV A statement of teaching philosophy A statement of research interests Unofficial transcripts of graduate studies Names and contact information for three professional recommendations Any questions related to this position should be sent to Dr. Jenny Sharpe, Chair of Mathematical Science, [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately. The start date for the position is August 2026. Applicants who do not meet the qualifications or are not legally authorized to work in the US will not be considered. At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. High Point University is a God, family and country school. High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. The University encourages all applicants to apply.
Requirements
- Candidates must have an earned PhD or doctorate in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, or a closely related field.
- The successful candidate should have demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching, a record of scholarly achievement, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in working with highly motivated undergraduate students.
- Applicants who do not meet the qualifications or are not legally authorized to work in the US will not be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Faculty are expected to develop and maintain an active program of professional development, and involving undergraduates in those endeavors is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Teach 24 contact hours (typically 6 classes) per year
- Undertake professional development and produce scholarly research
- Assist with curriculum development and department assessment
- Assist with university and department recruiting efforts
- Participate in department, school, and university meetings and committees
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
