Position Description

Description

New College of Florida invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in Mathematics starting in August 2026. A Ph.D. in mathematics is required. New College of Florida is committed to creating an environment that is conducive to learning and respectful of differences, where all members of our community can experience a sense of belonging.  The successful candidate will be prepared to teach undergraduate courses in pure and applied mathematics. 

The teaching load is two courses per semester plus sponsoring individual and group tutorials, independent study projects, and senior theses. Expertise in applied mathematics is preferred, but strong candidates in any area of mathematics will be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to innovative undergraduate liberal arts teaching. This non-tenure track position is a 9-month appointment for the 2026-2027 academic year with the expected possibility of renewal.

Situated on Sarasota Bay along the Gulf of Mexico, New College is the nationally recognized honors college of the State University System in Florida. A small, innovative liberal arts institution, New College offers an individualized and student-centered curriculum where students receive narrative evaluations in addition to grades. 

To Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online and provide the following:

(1) cover letter

(2) curriculum vitae

(3) contact information for three references

(4) a research statement

(5) statement of teaching philosophy

We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to review until the position is filled. Additional materials (such as letters of reference) may be requested of shortlisted candidates. 

Contact Human Resources (hr@ncf.edu) with any questions about the application process or to request accommodations. Contact Search Committee co-chairs Professors Necmettin Yildirim (nyildirim@ncf.edu) and Vlad Serban (vserban@ncf.edu), or Chair of Natural Sciences Professor Sandra Gilchrist (gilchrist@ncf.edu) regarding other aspects of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in mathematics is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in applied mathematics is preferred, but strong candidates in any area of mathematics will be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to innovative undergraduate liberal arts teaching.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas, such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now and in the future.

New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.