Position Description

Job Summary

The Department of Mathematics is seeking applicants to fill one tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Mathematics beginning August 1, 2026. 

Tennessee Technological University, located in Cookeville, Tennessee, is a comprehensive public university serving approximately 11,000 students. Ranked as one of ‘America’s Top Colleges’ by Forbes, Tennessee Tech is currently classified as a Carnegie R2 research university, and its research enterprise is rapidly progressing. The university offers a strong balance of high-quality STEM programs, professional studies, and the arts. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 16.5:1, Tennessee Tech provides a close-knit academic community while supporting nationally recognized research and outreach initiatives. The Department of Mathematics has 25 faculty specializing in areas from number theory to artificial intelligence. The Department offers both bachelor’s and master’s programs, with undergraduate concentrations in actuarial science, applied mathematics, pure mathematics, statistics and data science, and math for secondary education. For more information, please see http://www.tntech.edu/cas/math/. 

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics (or international equivalent) from an accredited institution by the start date. The formal review of completed applications will begin on January 15, 2026. All completed applications thereafter will be considered as time permits. 

Key Responsibilities

·      Teach up to 11 credit hours per semester of undergraduate and/or master's-level mathematics courses in in-person, online, or hybrid formats, including courses in areas such as abstract algebra and geometry

·      Maintain an active research program in an area of pure mathematics that leads to publications in peer-reviewed journals

·      Develop and implement courses related to one’s curricular area or that serve the overall teaching needs of the department. 

·      Demonstrate the willingness and ability to mentor and supervise graduate research projects

·      Participate in service activities that support the department and university, as well as participate in public and professional service activities as appropriate

·      Demonstrate the willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the Mathematics Department and the greater campus community

Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. (or international equivalent) in Mathematics from an accredited institution by the start date. Ability to teach a wide range of undergraduate and master’s-level courses, including those in areas such as abstract algebra and geometry. An active research program in an area of pure mathematics.  

Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of potential for high-quality teaching and quality research, along with an active research program in an area of pure mathematics that complements the research areas of the department. 

Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months. 

Screening Date: January 15, 2026 

 Special Instructions

The application process is maintained online at https://jobs.tntech.edu. Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter, CV, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and names and email addresses for three professional references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation. At least one letter of recommendation should address the applicant’s teaching skills. Additionally, applicants are required to submit a statement describing their teaching experience and philosophy as well as a statement of research.  Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Questions can be directed to: Dr. Amy Chambers, Department of Mathematics, phone: (931) 372-3690, email: achambers@tntech.edu.

Tennessee Tech University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age (40 and over), status as a protected veteran, genetic information or any other category protected by federal or state law. Inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies should be directed to equity@tntech.edu.