Assistant Professor - Mathematics

Central Washington University is recruiting an Assistant Professor to join our Mathematics team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they enhance the vision for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a competitive salary plus the awesome CWU benefits.

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.

Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find robust academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~8,300 students.

Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the  academic year. In addition, for seven out of eight years, CWU was a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. Rent Cafe has also named CWU #13 of the Top 20 Best College Towns in the U.S. in 2025.

Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.

Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more:
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Primary responsibilities for this position in the Department of Mathematics include teaching existing introductory in-person courses in mathematics (such as pre-calculus, calculus, and linear algebra) and advanced courses in mathematics, statistics, and actuarial science for students majoring in actuarial science, applied mathematics, mathematics education, and other fields.

The successful candidate will possess superior teaching abilities, a plan for ongoing scholarship at CWU, and a willingness to provide service to the department, university, community, and the profession.

Faculty will integrate CWU's vision, mission, and values with their teaching, scholarship, and service to create a learning environment that fosters student success and institutional excellence.

In your cover letter, please address how you meet these qualifications:

• Earned doctorate by September 1, 2027, in mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science
• Evidence of teaching excellence and a commitment to undergraduate teaching
• Willingness to teach a wide range of courses at all levels
• Evidence of ability to develop an active scholarship program at a teaching institution
• Teaching, scholarship, or service experience that aligns with CWU's commitment to the engagement of students from a variety of backgrounds

In your cover letter, please address any experience with the following preferred qualifications:

• University-level teaching experience in statistics and actuarial science
• Experience with curriculum development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Experience utilizing a variety of teaching methods designed for broad student success.
• Demonstrated participation in programs designed to promote engagement and student success.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to CWU`s vision, mission, and values.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students through teaching and/or mentoring activities.
• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Belonging: Values the uniqueness of every individual and fosters an environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to thrive.

Don't meet every single requirement? At CWU, we're committed to creating a welcoming and genuine workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. This could be the opportunity you're looking for!