Georgia Southern University, Department of Mathematical Sciences
Position ID:
GS-GSTTAP [#27385, 290975]
Position Title:
Tenure Track Assistant Professor
Position Location:
Statesboro, Georgia 30460, United States of America
Appl Deadline:
2026/08/01 11:59PM
(posted 2025/10/16, listed until 2026/08/01)

Position Description:
Position Description
The Department of Mathematical Sciences in the College of Science and Mathematics invites applications and nominations for the position of Tenure Track Assistant Professor Mathematical Sciences.
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all
worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their
communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:
Within this setting, the new faculty hire will play a vital role in advancing the Department of Mathematical Sciences’ research profile and interdisciplinary collaborations, including the Ph.D. programs in Environmental Science, Material Science, and the proposed Biomedical Science program. The hire will engage in Department Colloquia, Consulting Groups, and the proposed Center for Statistical and Data Sciences, while contributing to student success in both mathematics and statistics.
The Department is actively modernizing its curriculum to prepare students for career-oriented and interdisciplinary fields. Georgia Southern University provides access to advanced computational resources, including the Talon High Performance Computing (HPC) Research Cluster, which supports data processing, high-dimensional analysis, machine learning, and related applications.
Location
Statesboro Campus1332 Southern DriveStatesboro, GA 30458
Job Summary.
Reporting to the department chair, the Assistant Professor position requires excellence in teaching with classroom instructional load as assigned by the Department Chair; research to be published in academic journals; regular applications for external funding; and service to the department, college, and university at a level consistent with
workload. The position is a tenure-track academic year (10 month) appointment.
Required Qualifications
- Earned Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, or Statistics, by August 1, 2026.
- Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
- Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise in Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, or Statistics
- Postdoctoral experience at an accredited university or research institution
- Evidence of potential for sustained research productivity through publications in quality journals and external grants or external contracts
- Demonstrated experience applying mathematics and statistics to interdisciplinary areas such as data science, environmental science, biomedical science, or material science
Proposed Salary
- Commensurate with experience.
- This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above (1-2 pages); research statement (5 pages max); teaching statement (2 pages max); a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Other documentation may be requested.
Apply Before Date
- Open Until Filled
- Screening of applications begins November 17, 2025 and continues until the position is
- filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.
- We are not accepting applications for this job through MathJobs.Org
- See https://hr.georgiasouthern.edu/employment-opportunities/ to apply. Reference Job ID 290975.
Contact Information
Scott Kersey
Professor of Mathematics
Georgia Southern University
Mathematical Sciences
65 Georgia Ave
PO BOX 8093
Statesboro, GA 30460
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.
Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.
Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be
subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Equal Employment Opportunity
More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://cosm.georgiasouthern.edu/math/. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities
Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
Background Check
Standard + Education
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- Contact: Scott Kersey
- Email:
- Postal Mail:
- Department of Mathematical Sciences
Georgia Southern University
P.O. 8093
Statesboro, GA 30460-8093
USA
- Department of Mathematical Sciences
- Web Page: http://cosm.georgiasouthern.edu/math/