Assistant Professor of Applied Mathematics
Description
Description of Job Duty:
The Department of Mathematics at Tennessee Technological University seeks a dynamic scholar to join its faculty as an Assistant Professor in applied mathematics. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, develop a vigorous research program, and engage in service activities that support the department’s mission. More information about the department is available at
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions:
Teach up to 11 credit hours per semester of undergraduate and/or graduate-level mathematics courses in in-person, online, or hybrids formats.
Maintain an active research program that leads to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Participate in service activities that support the department and university, as well as participate in public and professional service activities as appropriate.
Develop and implement courses related to one's curricular area or that serve the overall teaching needs of the department.
Demonstrate the willingness and ability to mentor and supervise graduate research projects.
Physical Demands:
Those typical of an office/classroom environment.
Special Instructions:
The application process is maintained online at . Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter, CV, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and names and email addresses for three professional references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation at time of application. At least one letter of recommendation should address the applicant’s teaching skills. Additionally, applicants are required to submit a statement describing their teaching experience and philosophy as well as a statement of research.
Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Questions can be directed to: Dr. Damian Kubiak, Department of Mathematics, phone: (931) 372-3529, email: mathsearch2027@tntech.edu.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa or permanent residency, either now or in the future, for this position.
Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience. Full-time, nine-month, tenure track position to begin August 1, 2027.
Benefits:
The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. (or international equivalent) in Mathematics from an accredited institution by the start date. Ability to teach effectively a wide range of undergraduate and graduate-level courses and potential for an active research program in an area of applied mathematics.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of potential for high-quality teaching and quality research, along with an active research program in an area of applied mathematics that complements the research areas of the department. Preference will be given to those in the area of differential equations, numerical analysis, combinatorics OR graph theory.