University Faculty Mathematics

University Faculty Mathematics

Requisition Number: F00437P

Job Description:
The Department of Mathematics at Weber State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in mathematics starting in the fall semester of 2025. The successful candidate will be appointed as an Assistant Professor and must have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. The candidate will be expected to teach courses at the calculus level and below, courses above calculus such as linear algebra and differential equations, and various upper division courses that support mathematics majors as well as other majors on campus. The successful candidate should also be capable of establishing an active and sustained research program.

Job Duties:


Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in applied or pure mathematics. Candidates who expect to complete a Ph.D. by the beginning of employment (July 1, 2025) will also be considered.
• Evidence of teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of teaching excellence in mathematics at the undergraduate level.
• Ability or willingness to teach a broad range of upper division mathematics courses.
• Commitment to and ability to maintain an active program of research.
• Experience or interest in directing research or independent study projects with undergraduate students.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time
Open Date: 09/19/2024
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please complete the online application and upload a cover letter, statements of teaching philosophy and research plans, a CV, and unofficial graduate transcripts.

In addition, three letters of reference that address the candidate’s qualifications must be submitted by the authors through the application system. Candidates will designate references when applying, and the application system will email the references requesting the letters.

Highest priority will be given to applications received by December 13, 2024, although screening will continue until the position is filled.

Weber State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. A criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.

Weber State University is a primarily undergraduate open enrollment institution located at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains in Ogden, Utah. For more than five decades, the institution has successfully maintained a dual mission by offering a wide range of baccalaureate programs and also by meeting regional community college needs. The Department of Mathematics includes 18 tenure-track faculty, has around 25 students per year who earn bachelor’s degrees in various mathematical programs, and helps support a master’s degree in data science. The department is part of the College of Science and resides in the recently constructed Tracy Hall Science Center. Ogden is a beautiful city with a rich culture and history, and is 35 miles north of Salt Lake City and its international airport. An average of 223 sunny days a year and immediate access to skiing, biking, camping, hiking, and fishing make it an outdoor paradise. More information about the Ogden area may be found at https://www.visitogden.com/.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

To apply, visit https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/23774

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