Position Description

New Mexico State University

Department of Mathematical Sciences

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at New Mexico State University invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty appointment to be filled at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall, 2026. The position will support research and teaching needs in the department, with research focus in Statistics. Individuals interested in contributing to a diverse academic community are particularly encouraged.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mathematics prior to August 2026 and are expected to demonstrate outstanding research potential, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to excellence in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the department is an asset. Expected duties include graduate and undergraduate teaching, sustained research, including supervision of graduate students and submission of competitive external funding proposals, and some university service.

Candidates must submit basic application materials, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae including publication list, and unofficial transcripts through the following link:  https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-las-cruces-new-mexico-united-states-02e18b19-af18-4c67-9811-da0e79f939a7

The cover letter and curriculum vitae, along with a minimum of four letters of reference, at least one of which addresses teaching, AMS Cover Sheet, teaching statement and research statement should also be submitted online through www.mathjobs.org.  Inquiries should be addressed to: mathsearch@nmsu.edu The closing date for applications is December 7, 2025. Please make sure the required application materials are posted to BOTH links, or the application cannot be considered.

NMSU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent on the university’s verification of credentials, individual’s eligibility for employment in the United States and other information required by federal law, state law, and NMSU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a criminal history check.