"Assistant Professor of Mathematics"

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Company:
Fairmont State University

Job Location:
Fairmont

Category:
Mathematics

Type:
Full-Time

Type of Position: Faculty

Department: Dept of Computer Science and Math

Appointment Length: Aug - May (9 mo)

Tenure Status:
2 - Tenure Track

Academic Rank:
3 - Assistant Professor

Is this considered a "term" position?
No

Benefits Eligible?: Yes

F.T.E.: 1.00

Grant Funded Position?: No

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Computer Science and Mathematics within the College of Science and Technology at Fairmont State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics with an anticipated start date of August 2026. Applicants should have a PhD in Mathematics or a closely related field awarded before or within two years of the start date. The department is particularly interested in applicants with a strong desire and ability to teach the entire range of mathematics course offerings from entry-level co-requisite and general studies courses to calculus and upper-level math major courses.

Duties of the position are to teach four classes per semester (24 credits per year) engage in service activities, pursue scholarly interests, provide mentorship and academic advising for mathematics majors, actively assess the mathematics program and all math courses, support CAEP accreditation for math education degrees, and interact collegially with faculty and staff. Scholarship is expected, and can take many forms, including mentoring undergraduate research projects.

The Fairmont State Mathematics program is housed in the Department of Computer Science and Mathematics. While it primarily focuses on the B.S. Mathematics major and the Mathematics Education programs, our program collaborates closely with the faculty and students of the Computer Science program. Many of our math students double major in math and computer science.

The mathematics program faculty have diverse interests. Faculty frequently serve as officers for regional and state math organizations, serve on professional committees, and are regularly nominated for teaching awards. In the last 5 years, several mathematics faculty members have worked to secure undergraduate research grants, a state grant, and two NSF grants.

Fairmont State University is a comprehensive, student-centered, public teaching institution located in West Virginia's High-Tech Corridor, which is approximately 90 minutes south of Pittsburgh. Nearly 90 percent of our students are native West Virginians, many of whom are first-generation college students.

Minimum Required Education

A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field. Candidates without a Ph.D. will be considered if a doctorate is expected to be completed within two years of the start date.

Required Licenses and/or Certifications

NA

Minimum Required Qualifications

In addition to the education requirements, a strong commitment to the teaching and development of the undergraduate mathematics curriculum.

Preferred Qualifications

A demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education, including (but not limited to) teaching awards, experience in K-12 education, experience or interest in undergraduate research project mentorship, or other activities geared toward improving opportunities and experiences for mathematics students.

Requisition Number: 2026013FP

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Hire Date: August 2026

Job Close Date: 02/21/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Quicklink for Posting: https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/9949

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