Indiana State University, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Position ID:
2898-AP [#25817]
Position Title:
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Terre Haute, Indiana 47809, United States of America
Subject Areas:
Mathematics, Statistics
Appl Deadline:
2024/12/10 11:59PMhelp popup (posted 2024/11/08, listed until 2025/05/08)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Department of Mathematical Sciences of the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a specialty in statistics or applied mathematics. We are seeking an innovative, energetic, and collaborative colleague who is committed to excellence in scholarship, teaching, and exposing students to real-world practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics, statistics, or data science. Applicants enthusiastic about successful teaching and mentoring of students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are especially interested in applicants passionate about contributing to interdisciplinary programs, curricular offerings, and research portfolios in ways that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the student body. The typical and expected teaching load in the College of Arts and Sciences is 9 credit hours per semester for all faculty who maintain an active and productive scholarly agenda.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vibrant research program. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in mathematics, statistics, or a related field; the preferred candidate will have a Ph.D. in statistics or applied mathematics, some professional or postdoctoral experience, and demonstrated potential for a strong research agenda either through publication record or independent research. The successful candidate will be provided with an initial startup package to support their research program.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers both undergraduate and master’s programs. Our undergraduate program includes degrees in mathematics, mathematics education, and data science. Our online master’s program offers both MA and MS degrees, which require completing a faculty-directed research project. The mathematics faculty pursue a broad range of research interests, including dynamical systems, statistics, applied mathematics, foundations of machine learning, and bioinformatics.

All applicants must submit their applications online at https://jobs.indstate.edu/postings/50271. Along with their application, candidates are required to submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, a statement of research accomplishments/interests, a statement of teaching philosophy/excellence, undergrad and doctoral transcripts (unofficial is accepted for applications) and three letters of reference. Please note that the references you provide on your online application will be receiving notification request for a recommendation letter. Inquiries and questions may be addressed to Dr. David Sprunger, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Search Committee Chair, Indiana State University, IN 47809, Email: isu-math-search@indstate.edu. Applications complete by December 9, 2024 will receive full consideration.

Indiana State University welcomes diversity and encourages applications from women and minorities. Indiana State University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a strategic priority and as a reflection of our diverse student body and our commitment to inclusive excellence.

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Contact: David Sprunger, 812 237 2130
Email: email address
Postal Mail:
424 North 7th Street
Terre Haute, IN 47809
Web Page: https://www.indstate.edu/cas/mathcs