Mathematical Sciences; Computational or Applied), Tenure-Track Faculty

Position: Mathematical Sciences (Computational or Applied), Tenure-Track Faculty

Overview

Mathematical Sciences (Computational or Applied), Tenure-Track Faculty at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). The Department invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#107180) at the rank of assistant or associate professor.

Start date:

August 1, 2026.

As a Carnegie R2 institution, we seek a scholar with expertise in computational or applied mathematics who will contribute to teaching, research, and service within a vibrant academic community.

Department and Program Context

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers a B.S. in Mathematics, a B.S. in Actuarial Science, an M.S. in Mathematics, and participates in interdisciplinary programs including the Ph.D. in Computational and Data Science. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Salary

The salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop a productive, externally funded research program.
• Engage undergraduate and graduate students in research.
• Contribute to curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration for undergraduate and graduate programs.

Qualifications

Required Education
A terminal degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, computational mathematics, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Desirable Qualifications

Applicants With The Following Will Receive Special Consideration

• Strong record of publication in areas such as computational mathematics, numerical analysis, mathematical modeling, mathematical biology, or optimization.
• Experience supervising student research.
• Ability to complement and enhance existing department teaching and research programs.
• Post-doctoral research experience.
• Demonstrated potential to secure external funding for research or curriculum development.

Application Materials

Documents Needed to Apply: A cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate) as separate attachments at the time of online application.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For more information about serving as a faculty member at MTSU, please visit the faculty recruitment webpage. For help applying, contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at , or Yixiang Wu  for position-specific questions.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Affirmative Action and Compliance

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required. Clery Act crime statistics are available at the MTSU Public Safety site. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Reasonable accommodation requests under the ADAAA can be directed to  or emp.

Application Review Date: 11/07/2025

Additional job details

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries:
Higher Education

Note:

This refined description focuses on core responsibilities and qualifications; extraneous navigation or non-essential content has been removed to improve clarity.

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