Oregon State University, Mathematics
Position ID:
OregonStMath-PROFOSU [#27723]
Position Title:
Assoc/Full Prof of Mathematics
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Corvallis, Oregon 97331-4605, United States of America
Subject Area:
Mathematical Sciences
Appl Deadline:
2026/01/15 11:59PM
(posted 2025/11/19, listed until 2026/05/19)
(posted 2025/11/19, listed until 2026/05/19)Position Description:
Position Description
Oregon State University (OSU) invites applications for a full-time Associate or Full Professor position in Mathematics beginning September 16, 2026. The area of research is in a mathematical area that complements and strengthens the research interests of the Department of Mathematics at OSU. The successful candidate will bring an established, active research program and will participate in the fostering of high-quality research, teaching, and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate level in the College of Science and OSU. Qualified candidates will be considered for the George Earl Barr Endowed Professorship, subject to Provost approval. Applicants should have a PhD in Mathematics or a closely related field, and they should be eligible to be appointed at the rank of Associate or Full Professor upon arrival at OSU. The salary is commensurate with research and teaching experience. Priority will be given to candidates that complete their application by January 15, 2026. The primary mission of the OSU Department of Mathematics is to provide education to undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics and to conduct research and scholarly activities in pure and applied areas of mathematics and mathematics education. The department offers PhD, MS, and BS degrees in Mathematics and has a growing student body of about 70 graduate students and more than 250 undergraduate majors. The College of Science provides a core instructional role at OSU, supporting the ideals of learning, discovery, and engagement that are the foundation of a land-grant university. The College embraces instruction and research, in disciplines ranging from the mathematical and physical sciences to the life sciences that are based in unbiased inquiry and a dedication to discovery and innovation. The College of Science is deeply committed to upholding the values of anti-racism, inclusivity, justice and equity — cornerstones of institutional and scientific excellence. Through our rich collection of people, ideas and perspectives, we engage in a healthy, constructive dialogue to learn, inform our research and make discoveries. The Oregon State University Office of Institutional Diversity’s Strategic Action Plan (http://diversity.oregonstate.edu/innovate-integrate-plan-inclusive-excellence) informs our work to ensure all have equitable access to succeed in science, work to dismantle systems of oppression, embed equity in everything we do and create a climate of trust, understanding and inclusion.” OSU has an institution-wide commitment to equity, inclusive excellence, and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community. All employees are responsible for helping to maintain and enhance OSU’s collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity and equal opportunity. OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Instructions to the applicants: Submit the following items online at mathjobs.org to complete your application. Note that in order to be considered for the position, you are required to also submit your application on the Oregon State University Jobs Website: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/174731 1) Cover Letter (limit 1 page): Summarize your qualifications and interest in the position. 2) AMS Cover Sheet (this is automatically completed when submitting through this site). 3) Curriculum Vitae: Please list your education, relevant appointments, research publications, teaching experience, funding, and other activities relevant to the position. 4) Statement of Research (limit 5 pages): Describe your research interests and main results; discuss these results in the context of an ongoing research program. 5) Statement of Teaching: (limit 4 pages): Describe your teaching philosophy and approaches and how these relate to your own teaching experience; indicate your commitment to support student success; discuss possible ideas of contributing to OSU’s teaching mission at undergraduate and graduate levels. 6) Four reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers at this site). At least one letter should directly address your teaching abilities.Application Materials Required:
- Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Four or more reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
Further Info:
541 737 5135
Department of Mathematics, Oregon State University, 368 Kidder, Corvallis, OR 97331-4605