Position Description

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in data science, statistics, numerical methods, and/or applied mathematics. Prior experience with innovative large-lecture (>100 student) course delivery in Calculus or Differential Equations is also preferred. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach undergraduate courses both in these areas and throughout the undergraduate curriculum. There may also be opportunities to teach courses at the graduate level. Further, the successful candidate will be expected to coordinate multi-section courses and collaborate effectively in curriculum development, innovative pedagogy, and other departmental service.

Review of applications will begin on March 1st, 2026, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. For questions about this opportunity, contact Dr. Debra Carney, AMS search committee chair, at dcarney@mines.edu.

 
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and deliver course materials to undergraduate (and graduate) students in traditional, hybrid, and online platforms demonstrating teaching excellence and innovative pedagogical skills.
• Contribute both institutionally and professionally through active service.
• Collaborate across campus representing the AMS department.
• Cultivate and promote an inclusive and diverse Mines community through recruiting, mentorship, and service.
   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Ph.D. in a related discipline from an accredited program by the time of appointment.
• Established record of successful teaching as an instructor of record at the undergraduate level for mathematics (Calculus 1 or higher), statistics, or data science courses.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and curriculum development at the undergraduate (and graduate) level.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Successful record of excellence in teaching and curriculum development based on best practices at the undergraduate (and graduate) level.
• Experience teaching courses in collaborative team environment (e.g., a coordinated setting) and/or serving as a course coordinator.
• Commitment to university and professional service through committee work, mentoring, or outreach.
• Potential for teaching across the AMS curriculum include applied mathematics, statistics, and data science courses.
   

About Mines & The Applied Mathematics and Statistics Department 

Colorado School of Mines, Colorado's oldest public university, produces talent, knowledge and solutions that serve industry and benefit society—all to create a more prosperous future. Mines has about 6400 undergraduate students and 1900 graduate students in a broad range of applied science and engineering disciplines. Mines maintains high-quality, well-funded research programs (~$106M in awards for fiscal year 2024) with strong participation from both graduate and undergraduate students. The 2026 edition of U.S. News and World Report ranks Mines as a top 100 university. Mines has the highest admissions standards of any public university in Colorado and among the highest of any public university in the U.S.  Located in Golden, Colorado, Mines has close proximity to Denver and Boulder, providing opportunities for significant collaboration with government labs (including NLR, NIST, NCAR, and NOAA), industry, and other universities.  
 

The Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Mines has been notably successful in creating programs that draw on the strengths and richness from both the mathematical and statistical sciences. Our teaching and research are focused at the interface of Computational Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Data Science allowing us to provide structure, rigor, and quantitative insights for the collaborative solution of data-driven problems that are a feature of the 21st century world. A common theme throughout much of the department’s activity is a focus on models and methods for “data” in its many forms: ranging from large remotely sensed observations to the often complex output from numerical models to subject responses in medical studies. This broad interest in mathematical models and substantive data has created a collegial research environment among our faculty and also fostered many interdisciplinary collaborations across Mines and the broader Colorado research community including research centers, academic hospitals,  consortia, agencies, and national labs. AMS currently has a mix of 23 tenured/tenure track faculty and teaching faculty spanning applied and computational mathematics and statistics. We currently educate roughly 150 undergraduate majors and about 50 graduate students. The Department offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Computational & Applied Mathematics and Statistics, and supports growing interdisciplinary programs in Data Science, Quantitative Bioscience & Engineering, and Operations Research with Engineering. For more information about the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics see https://ams.mines.edu.

TOTAL REWARDS

Teaching Assistant Professor: $74,000 to $86,000

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:

• Flexible health and dental care options
• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus
• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution of 12%
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
• Access to an on-campus daycare center
• Free RTD Ecopass for regional bus and light rail transportation
  

Mines’ leadership and innovation bring proximity and access to several research centers, consortia, agencies, labs, and leading-edge technology. Additionally, All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Priority review of applications will begin on March 1st, 2026, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The desired start date is August 2026.  

Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, names and contact information of three professional references from whom letters may be subsequently requested, and veteran status) and upload the below documents. Applicants will notice on the application form, there is only one location to upload all required materials. Further, once submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit their application. Applicants may submit their application as one combined document or as separate documents.

• cover letter briefly describing interest in and qualifications for the position
• curriculum vitae
• statement of teaching that describes your approach to teaching and mentoring (up to 3 pages)

Teaching Statement: The AMS Department prides itself on high quality, hands-on, and project-based learning. Within the teaching statement, candidates should discuss their in-person and hands-on teaching pedagogy and describe any experience they have with large-lecture delivery.  The statement may also incorporate a discussion of how your past scholarly works inform your pedagogical approach.

Additional Information and Reasonable Accommodation Requests

It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.