FCSM-, Assistant Professor, Mathematics

Position

Assistant Professor Mathematics Department of Mathematics. The Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics invites applications for a tenure-track 9-month Assistant Professor position in the Department of Mathematics. Preferred start date August 2026.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics by August 2026. Candidates should have a strong research background, potential for external funding, and excellent teaching. Department needs include a mathematician who can contribute to future needs for applications of pure mathematics to emerging fields such as data science, machine learning, quantum computing, or artificial intelligence. Outstanding candidates in other mathematical fields will be given full consideration.

A strong commitment to excellence in teaching mathematics at all levels is essential. Pre‑tenure faculty are assigned an instructional workload of five course units (three credit hours each) per academic year. The successful candidate will establish a productive research program with a willingness to pursue external funding opportunities. The department is strongly committed to undergraduate research.

The Department of Mathematics has 56 full‑time faculty and over 150 math majors. We offer a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics, with optional concentrations in Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, and Secondary Education, as well as three masters degrees in Actuarial Science and Predictive Analytics, Applied and Industrial Mathematics, and Mathematics Education. Towson University is recognized as a Center of Actuarial Excellence by the Society of Actuaries.

A complete application includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae that includes a publication list, all graduate transcripts, a research statement, a teaching statement, and at least three recommendation letters, at least one of which should address the candidate’s teaching. Applicants must submit these materials electronically through mathjobs.org. In addition, they must upload their CV through Towson University’s internal application system, Taleo, using the following link:

to apply. Please note that the search number for which you are applying is FCSM-3913. Please be sure to visit the Applicant Data Form to complete a voluntary online form. All data collected are for internal, state, and/or federal reporting and will not be used for other purposes.

Targeted salary range: $79,000 – $83,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits,  for regular faculty/regular lecturer. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

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