"ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS - TENURE-TRACK – JOB CODE"

Job Details

Date Closed: Review of applications will begin October 27, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

TO APPLY:

Please submit the following items with your application by going to https://twu.edu/humanresources/careers-at-twu/jobs/#en/sites/CX_1 and entering the job code above.

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Evidence of mathematics teaching experience in K-12 education (e.g. teaching certificate, service record, etc.)
4. One page Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. One page Research Statement
6. Copy of graduate transcripts, including evidence of 18 hours of graduate level mathematics
7. Contact information for three references (name, address, email, phone number).

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Division of Mathematics at Texas Woman’s University is seeking candidates for a tenure track Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate, graduate, and special topics courses in mathematics and mathematics education and to contribute to the research efforts of the division. An earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D.) in mathematics education or closely related field is required. Applicants are required to have 18 hours of graduate level mathematics and experience in teaching K-12. The Division of Mathematics in the School of the Sciences contributes significantly to the mission of the University through scholarly endeavors, engagement of students, and outreach to the community and profession. The Division of Mathematics currently offers an undergraduate degree in mathematics (with or without a teaching certificate). The Division also offers a Master of Science in Mathematics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential. Responsibilities will focus on teaching undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses, with an emphasis on pedagogy-embedded courses. Demonstrated experience with the use of manipulatives and technology in instruction is required. Scholarly expectations include research and pursuit of external funding opportunities (especially those related to teacher preparation and STEM education), publications in peer-reviewed journals, and presentations at local, regional, and national conferences. Service to professional organizations is expected, as is service to the University, including participation in division, college, and university committees.

Texas Woman’s University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation’s largest university primarily for women. It is a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Military Friendly® School. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. The College of Arts and Sciences, with over thirty-five percent of TWU’s graduate and undergraduate population of over 15,000, prepares students for success in a global world. TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton (population 115,000), located 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation’s fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theater companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the benefits of employment at TWU is available at https://twu.edu/humanresources/prospective-employees/.