Rice University, Mathematics

Position ID: Rice-ASSTTEACHING [#22739]
Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor
Position Type: Teaching stream faculty
Position Location: Houston, Texas 77005, United States of America
Subject Area: Mathematics
Application Deadline: 2024/02/29 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2023/08/02, finished 2024/02/28)
Position Description:    

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

The Department of Mathematics at Rice University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in the Department of Mathematics, commencing in Fall 2024. This is a full-time, 9-month academic calendar, non-tenure track position which is both extendable and promotable. The initial appointment is for three years.

A PhD in Mathematics or a related field is required, as is a strong track record of teaching at the introductory undergraduate level. Faculty in Rice’s Teaching Professor ranks are also expected to be pedagogical leaders in their departments, and to provide excellent teaching-related service. Thus, interest and experience in pedagogical innovation, curricular issues, and/or math education research is also desired.

Rice University is committed to a culturally diverse intellectual community. In this spirit, we particularly welcome applications from all genders and members of historically underrepresented groups who exemplify diverse cultural experiences and who are especially qualified to mentor and advise all members of our diverse student population.

To apply, please submit: (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) three letters, at least two of which discuss teaching or teaching-related service, (4) a teaching statement, (5) a diversity statement (suggestions for composing a statement on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity can be found at https://math.rice.edu/sites/g/files/bxs3121/files/inline-files/DIE-statement-suggestions-2.pdf). A research statement is optional.

Applications and the above supporting materials should be submitted online at www.mathjobs.org. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Applications that are complete by December 1st, 2023 will receive full consideration.

Houston is one of the most diverse cities in America, and Rice University is located in the heart of Houston’s dynamic Museum District. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national and ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching statement
  • Diversity Statement
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)

Further Info:
math.rice.edu
email address
713-348-4829
 
Rice University
Mathematics Department
MS 136
6100 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005