Position Description

Assistant Teaching Professor of Mathematics

Position overview:

The Department of Mathematics at Boise State University invites applications for a dynamic Assistant Teaching Professor specializing in calculus, beginning August 2027. We are looking for an experienced and collaborative mathematics instructor who is passionate about teaching and eager to make a lasting impact on our calculus program. In a non-tenure track faculty position with opportunities for promotion, you will teach calculus courses (typically 3 (4-credit) classes per semester, 80% of workload) and serve as the lead coordinator for single-variable calculus, guiding a community of instructors, fostering active and inclusive learning environments for students, and partnering with stakeholders. This is a high-impact position with a central role in helping thousands of undergraduate students thrive at Boise State.

Department overview:

Home to an active community of educators and researchers, the Department of Mathematics is central to Boise State University's academic and scientific mission. We deliver high quality degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, encompassing pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education. We also provide the foundational mathematical coursework for over 50 degree pathways. Our department has a proud tradition of pioneering evidence-based curricular reforms, coordinated course design, award-winning teaching, and collaborative efforts to support student persistence and achievement. From our base along the Boise River in the Mathematics Building, our faculty and staff foster a welcoming, collegial environment where teaching excellence, innovative pedagogy, and meaningful student mentorship are deeply valued and supported. 

About Boise State:

Boise State University is a powerhouse of creativity, research, and impact. Our campus sits along the Boise River and reaches into the heart of Idaho’s capital – a vibrant hub for innovation, culture, and outdoor adventure. We’re nationally recognized for trailblazing research, student success, and community impact.

Our faculty are scholars, mentors, and changemakers who advance ideas, discoveries, and the next generation of leaders. Boise offers the perfect backdrop – a welcoming city with a thriving arts scene, growing tech sector, and mountains on the horizon. Join us and help shape a bold, collaborative academic community.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise. 

Minimum qualifications:

●       Earned doctorate in mathematics, mathematics education, or a closely related field by August 1, 2027; OR earned master’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or a closely related field by August 1, 2027 with at least 8 years of teaching experience.

●       At least 2 years of experience teaching calculus as lead instructor in a post-secondary setting. 

Preferred qualifications:

●       Extensive knowledge of undergraduate mathematics, especially content relevant to the teaching and learning of calculus.

●       Experience in mathematics course design and course material development.

●       Experience promoting student success in higher education, including implementing evidence-based instructional strategies and collaboration with partners.

●       Experience collaborating in undergraduate mathematics instruction, such as coordinated multi-section courses.

●       Experience mentoring and supporting mathematics instructors, including adjunct faculty and new instructors.

●       Experience using course technology, including learning management systems and online practice systems. 

Required application materials:

For full consideration, please submit the following materials by December 18, 2026 to Boise State University talent acquisition platform, Page Up.  

●       Cover Letter: Specifically addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications, as well as your background and interest in the position.

●       Curriculum Vitae (CV): Including your full educational and employment history with dates.

●       Teaching Statement: Detailing your pedagogical approach, background and experience teaching mathematics, and methods for fostering student success in introductory college-level mathematics.

●       Contact Information for Three Professional References: Including name, job title, email address, and phone number. 

Closing Date:

The position will close for new applicants on December 18, 2026.

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Joe Champion, joechampion@boisestate.edu.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this position is set at $58,656.

Our standard faculty contract is a 9-month contract (unless otherwise noted) with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about faculty contracts and work days is available here.

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

●     10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)

●     Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages

●     Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents

●     Dual Career Assistance Support for spouses and partners.

●     See our full benefits page for more information