Visiting Assistant Professor

Position Information:

North Dakota State University invites applications for a position as a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics to begin on August 16th, 2026. This is a nine-month term position with excellent benefits, with a possibility of renewal for an additional year, subject to the availability of funding. The teaching load is 2-2.

North Dakota State University is the land-grant university in the state of North Dakota. The Department of Mathematics has a vigorous and growing doctoral program and is currently composed of 13 faculty members and 28 graduate students (most of whom are Ph.D. students). The research interests of the faculty include the fields of algebra, analysis, applied mathematics, combinatorics, and geometry/topology. The department offers an energetic mathematician to work in a small, friendly, research-oriented department while at the same time enjoying exposure to colleagues in a wide variety of fields.

For more information about our department, please see our webpage at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Fargo is one of the best-kept secrets in the United States. The Fargo-Moorhead area has more than 200,000 people while maintaining a friendly small-town feel. The city has a definite "college-town" atmosphere with many cultural and intellectual opportunities. Both the region and the state have a growing economy with a significant commitment to improving higher education.

The Department of Mathematics and North Dakota State University have a commitment to enhancing diversity and creating a welcoming environment for all. The University is an NSF Advance institution. We especially encourage applications from members of traditionally underrepresented groups. North Dakota State University is an equal opportunity institution.

Hiring Range: $55,000

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Required Qualifications:

* A Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics.

* A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.

* Demonstrated research potential.

* Effective oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

* A strong record of or demonstrated potential for high-quality research consonant with the research of faculty in the department.

Applicant Documents and Required Materials:

Candidates need to be eligible to work in the U.S. by August 15th, 2026.

Qualified applicants in any field of mathematics are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates would complement our existing strengths, show promise as effective educators, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment within the department and at North Dakota State University.

To be considered for this position, please visit https:// and submit an application to opening number 2958562.

Candidates will need to provide:

* a cover letter,

* a curriculum vitae,

* a description of their teaching experience and philosophy,

* a research statement, and

* a list of names and email addresses for at least three references, at least one of which discusses the candidate's teaching qualifications.

In addition, these materials along with reference letters should be submitted online .

We shall begin screening applicants on March 10, 2026

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* 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for single and family coverage

* Choice of PPO/Basic or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA

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