Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Working Title: Assistant Professor of Mathematics Official Title: Assistant Professor Employment Class: Faculty FTE: 1.0 Compensation: Competitive FLSA Status: Exempt Terms of Employment: Tenure-Track Position Summary: The Mathematics Department at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh invites applications for a tenure-track faculty member at the Assistant Professor level, to start September 1, 2021. Successful candidates will teach general education mathematics and statistics courses and upper-level courses in statistics, and take leading roles in the department's curriculum development efforts in the area of data science. In addition, they will maintain active programs of scholarly research and publication in statistics, data science, or a related field, and provide service to the department, college, university, and the profession. Responsibilities Qualifications Required:

• A Ph.D. in Statistics or Data Science, or a Ph.D. in Mathematics with a thesis topic in Statistics, Data Science, or a related field (degree expected or earned by August 2021).
• At least two years of experience teaching undergraduate statistics and/or mathematics (may include graduate TA experience).
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and student success.
• An interest and ability in teaching general education and upper-level statistics courses.
• A commitment to curriculum development and assessment.
• A well-articulated agenda for scholarship and professional development, including peer-reviewed research.

♦Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred: • Expertise or teaching experience in data-driven courses, data analytics, or data science.
• Demonstrated interest in working collaboratively with other departments in developing undergraduate data science curriculum.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in building collaborative relationships with local industries.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in guiding undergraduate research projects. To Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• A letter of application addressing qualifications and the ways in which the applicant will contribute to the mission of the department.
• A current vita.
• A statement describing teaching philosophy and practice.
• A statement describing research program and interests.
• Copies of transcripts of graduate and undergraduate work (official transcripts will be requested of all finalists).
• List of 3 professional references who may be contacted for letters of recommendation (at least one must be related to teaching practice)

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/ .

Application Deadline:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by December 1, 2020 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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