"Assistant Professor of Mathematics"

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Posting Number: 20241154F

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Position Type: Faculty

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/9-months

Department: 185-Mathematics & Statistics

Position Summary:

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Villanova University invites applications for two tenure track positions in Mathematics with the rank of Assistant Professor. The positions begin in August 2025. The teaching load is 12 credits for the first year with a standard load of 15 credits per year afterwards. Candidates from all areas of Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and related fields such as Operations Research and Mathematical Physics are invited to apply. For one position, preference will be given to candidates with research interests broadly in analysis or applied math.

Join a dynamic and diverse group of mathematicians and statisticians with varied research interests. Our program features robust undergraduate majors, and minors in mathematics and statistics, an MA in Mathematics, and an MS in Applied Statistics and Data Science.

Our department currently has 42 full-time faculty members across mathematics and statistics and is known for its collegiality. Villanova values excellence in teaching, supporting it through development and grant opportunities as well as small class sizes. The department provides a caring and inclusive community in which students of all backgrounds can learn and succeed. Further information about the Department can be found at

https://math.villanova.edu

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. Members of underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach mathematics courses at the introductory, upper, and graduate levels.

Establish and maintain a research program in your area of expertise.

Be an active member of the department, the Villanova community, and the profession.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or a related field (or near completion).

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrable commitment to excellence in teaching as evidenced in the Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

Demonstrable commitment to excellence in research as evidenced in the Statement of Research Interests.

One position is reserved for an applicant whose research is in analysis, applied math, or a closely related area.

Special Message to Applicants:

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/. All applications are to include:

Cover letter.

Curriculum vitae.

Copies of academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).

At least three professional letters of recommendation (four maximum). At least one reference should have seen the candidate deliver or design classroom instruction. References will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation when the application is submitted.

Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

Statement of Research Interests.

For finalists, an official graduate transcript and a statement of contribution to mission will be required.

An email will be sent to your references with a secure web link asking that they submit confidential letters of recommendation.

Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled. Applications received by December 1, 2024 will be given full consideration.

Posting Date: 08/01/2024

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

$90,000.00

Salary Band:

Job Classification: faculty

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Maximum Number of References Needed 4

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