Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Math

Job Description

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts & Sciences of the University of Hartford is accepting applications for two full-time tenure-track Assistant Professors to begin in August 2023.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Mathematics serves a large number of students in the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture and College of Arts & Sciences, including majors in mathematics, the sciences, and pre-medical programs. The normal teaching load is 3 courses per semester and class sizes are relatively small (<25). Candidates should have a strong commitment to both undergraduate teaching and scholarly activity. Candidates should show a willingness and ability to employ technology in teaching and to contribute in our active undergraduate projects. The successful applicant will teach courses in the Mathematics Department’s data science major as well as courses such as calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, etc. There will be also be opportunities to teach in our innovative University Interdisciplinary Studies program. An active scholarly/research/artistic agenda with peer-reviewed publications, presentations, performances or other accomplishments in mathematics, statistics or mathematics education are expected for successful tenure and promotion. Service to the department, college, and university will include advising students in their mathematics or data science major, participating in departmental and school committees, and contributing to student recruitment and retention. Candidates with a demonstrated ability to contribute to the university’s commitment to diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

Required: An earned doctorate in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, mathematics education or related areas is required before August 1, 2023; ABDs will be considered providing they document a degree completion date. Applicants not meeting these qualifications may not be hired.

Preferred: Ability to contribute to areas such as data science, differential equations, probability, statistics, analysis and algebra or mathematics education. experience teaching linear algebra, differential equations, or data science courses; open to learning and sharing innovative teaching methods; willingness to become an active member of the university community.

The University of Hartford invites applications for full-time faculty in a variety of disciplines. University of Hartford serves approximately 6000 students in undergraduate and graduate programs across seven colleges, offering the personal attention associated with a small college enhanced by the expertise, breadth and intellectual excitement of a university. Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. The full text of our academic mission can be seen at www.hartford.edu. The University of Hartford is located within the greater Hartford area, which is rich in cultural and recreational activities, and is a short drive from metropolitan Boston and New York. The University of Hartford is an open and welcoming community, which values diversity in all its forms. In addition, the University aspires to have its faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Hartford region. Candidates committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural issues are encouraged to apply.

The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran. Women and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.

For full application instructions and position description, visit: https://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/5849