"Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education"

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title
Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education

Requisition
202500143F

Rank
Assistant Professor

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track

College
College of Science & Engineering Technology

Department
Dept of Mathematics and Statistics

Open Date
11/12/2025

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45423

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Dr. Emma Bullock

Title
Mathematics Education Search Committee
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Sam Houston State University
Box 2206
Huntsville, TX 77341-2206

Contact Phone
936-294-3816

Contact Email
ebullock@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Teaching duties will include primarily face-to-face undergraduate content courses for elementary, middle grades, and secondary mathematics teacher programs, as well as online graduate courses in support of the MA in Mathematics.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Candidates must have a Master’s degree or equivalent in mathematics and hold a Doctorate in mathematics education.

Experience Required for the Position

Scholarly activity, teaching, and service are required. Candidates need a strong mathematics background and have evidence of a research agenda in mathematics education. In addition, a strong foundation for excelling in both face-to-face and online teaching strategies is required.

Other Requirements for the Position

K-12 teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Special Instructions Summary

Please note: References provided in the references section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Position begins Fall 2026.

Open Until Filled
Yes