Gonzaga University, Mathematics

Position ID:

GU-ASTMATH [#25299]

Position Title:

Assistant Professor, Mathematics

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Spokane, Washington 99258, United States of America

Appl Deadline:

2024/10/24 23:59:59 finished (2024/09/26, finished 2025/04/26, listed until 2024/10/24)

Position Description:

*** this position has been closed. ***

The Department of Mathematics at Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a tenure-track full-time faculty position as Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2025. We seek candidates who can teach a broad range of undergraduate courses in mathematics, applied mathematics, and/or statistics. Candidates should also be able to advance their research and, ideally, lead undergraduate research projects. Ideal applicants will have an established record of teaching excellence, scholarship, advising students, and service to their departments and their disciplines. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in statistics, applied mathematics, or other branches of mathematics that would support degrees in statistics, applied math, or data science. Gonzaga’s faculty are collaborative and opportunities exist to work with faculty in other departments and schools, including Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Health Sciences, and Engineering.

Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga is committed to educating students “for lives of leadership and service for the common good” and to fostering “a mature commitment to dignity of the human person, social justice, diversity, intercultural competence, global engagement, solidarity with the poor and vulnerable, and care for the planet.” We seek candidates whose teaching, scholarship, and/or academic citizenship supports these goals as well as the others stated in the mission.

The Department of Mathematics (www.gonzaga.edu/math) and the College of Arts and Sciences are committed to inclusive excellence and actively promote the success of a diverse community of undergraduate students, staff, and faculty. Candidates who have experience working with diverse faculty, staff, or students and who can contribute to the departmental ethos and campus climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify specific experiences in these areas. Ideal applicants will have demonstrated experience teaching and/or mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds and identities, including those historically marginalized in higher education (e.g. first-generation students, students from low-income families, students of color, LGBTQ+ students, and/or students with disabilities).

For more information on the Department of Mathematics, visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/math. For more information about the College of Arts and Sciences, visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/cas. And for information on our mission, visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement.

Job duties: • Teach 18 credit hours of courses per year (normally 3 courses per semester). • Develop and teach courses on topics in mathematics, applied mathematics, and/or statistics • Advise students in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, and possibly other areas • Advance a scholarly research agenda in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or a closely-related field • Support the department, university, and discipline through service and other forms of academic citizenship

Minimum qualifications: • Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or other closely-related field completed by August 15, 2025 • Ability to develop and teach undergraduate courses in support of mathematics, applied mathematics, and/or statistics degrees • Record of teaching and mentoring undergraduate students in mathematics, applied mathematics, and/or statistics • A record of early-stage scholarly activity

Preferred qualifications: • Evidence of effectiveness in teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate level • A record of creating inclusive learning environments that address the needs of diverse learners from a variety of backgrounds, identities, and cultures including students from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented and underserved in higher education • A well-defined scholarly agenda with a record of achievement (e.g., publications, presentations, etc.), with evidence of and/or a plan for supporting undergraduate research • Commitment to advancing the University’s mission

Application Procedure:

To apply, please visit our website at www.gonzaga.edu/jobs. Applicants must complete an online application and electronically submit the following: 1. A statement of teaching philosophy that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness and describes how the candidate creates and maintains an inclusive learning environment. 2. A statement that describes the candidate’s research program and, if possible, explains how this research program can support undergraduate research experiences. 3. A cover letter that summarizes the areas above and describes the candidate’s understanding of and commitment to the university’s mission. 4. A current curriculum vitae. 5. Names and contact information of three professional references (letters will be requested when finalists are selected).

For information about the institution, visit Gonzaga on the internet at www.gonzaga.edu. Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Logan Axon, Chair, Mathematics Department, at axon@gonzaga.edu.

This position remains open until filled; to ensure consideration, please submit by 10/24/2024. For assistance with your online application, call Human Resources (509) 313-5996. Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.

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Contact: Logan Axon, 5093135996

Email: email address

Postal Mail:

: Department of Mathematics
502 E Boone Ave MSC 2615
Spokane WA 99258-2615

Web Page: https://www.gonzaga.edu/jobs