"Assistant Teaching Professor of Mathematics"

Hiring Department

Department of Mathematics

Job Description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Missouri, Columbia invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, beginning Fall 2026. This position emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching and offers significant opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and student success initiatives. It is a renewable appointment with eligibility for promotion.

Responsibilities

The teaching load is four undergraduate courses (12 credit hours) or the equivalent per semester, including both service and advanced-level courses. Responsibilities also include contributions to curriculum development, student mentoring, supervision of undergraduate research, and service to the department and university.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related discipline, to be completed by August 2026, is required. Candidates will be evaluated based on demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching, and teaching experience in Mathematical Finance or emerging applied mathematics areas such as Topological Data Analysis, that would strengthen and complement the existing programs in actuarial science and applied mathematics.

Application Materials

Apply here. Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a teaching/research statement. Applications will not be accepted through Mathjobs. To be considered applicants must apply for the position using the University of Missouri’s job posting website.

Additionally, Mathjobs (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs) will be used to collect three letters of recommendation, with at least two addressing the applicant’s teaching ability.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on December 8, 2025. However, applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

Questions concerning the position can be sent to the Search Committee Chair Dan Edidin (edidind@missouri.edu).

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.