"Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Mathematics"

Job Description

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Hartford is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in mathematics beginning August 2026. Candidates are expected to teach three courses per semester, maintain an active research program, and contribute service to the department, college, and university. All applicants who submit before November 15, 2025 will be given full consideration, but we will accept applications until the position is filled.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will teach three courses each semester in the mathematics department, with preference given to candidates who have an expertise and willingness to teach courses in applied mathematics within the context of engineering. An active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and conference participation is expected for successful tenure and promotion. Service contributions to the department, college, and university, are also expected and typically includes advising students, committee participation, and contributing to retention and recruitment efforts. There may also be opportunities to teach our innovative general education and interdisciplinary studies courses.

Qualifications

Required:

An earned doctorate in mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematics education or related discipline is required; ABDs will be considered providing they earn one of the required degrees prior to the date of employment.

Preferred:

Expertise and willingness to teach courses in applied mathematics within the context of engineering. A demonstrated strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Experience teaching students from a wide variety of educational backgrounds. An active research program with a willingness and ability to involve undergraduates. Interest in contributing to the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence and belonging.

Statement of Inclusive Excellence

As an institution of higher learning, the University of Hartford strives to be more than merely a mirror of the larger society; it should foster learning and encourage the personal growth of students, faculty, and staff in an environment that promotes and celebrates diversity in all of its forms regardless of identifying factors including but not limited to race, sex, age, religion, national origin, socioeconomic status, physical and learning differences, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity.

Accordingly, our commitment is to:

• Foster an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated
• Engage in civil discourse, that values diverse intellectual perspectives
• Cultivate a campus community reflective of the intersectionality of the larger society while maintaining an environment of safety and respect where all members experience a sense of belonging
• Institutionally, stand against acts of hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and harassment of any kind
• Uphold the values of the institution, so that all our members are treated with dignity and respect

Our commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging is a strength that results in a vibrant and more engaged campus culture.

University Information

Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at www.hartford.edu. Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/inclusive-excellence/affinity-groups.aspx

College Information

The College of Arts and Sciences is one of the University’s largest colleges, with 25 undergraduate majors, 29 minors, 5 graduate programs, and many interdisciplinary offerings. The College includes a faculty of roughly 100 teachers and scholars and 18 staff, and it boasts a student body of 770 undergraduate and 400 graduate students.

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