Assistant Professor - Mathematics - Full Time Tenure-Track

Assistant Professor - Mathematics - Full Time tenure-track

The Department of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics at Vermont State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematics at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin in August 2025. This position will be based at the Randolph campus.

The successful candidate will have earned a Ph.D. in mathematics or related areas and should have previous teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Candidates with experience teaching in a variety of modalities (in-person, face-to-face-plus, asynchronous online) are encouraged to apply.

About Vermont State University

Vermont State University (VTSU) combines and builds upon the history of Castleton University, Northern Vermont University, and Vermont Technical College, as they merged and became a single accredited institution on July 1, 2023. At VTSU, students always come first. Our experience is designed to empower students to thrive in their personal and professional lives, becoming compassionate facilitators of positive change to shape Vermont and beyond. We stand as Vermont’s regional public university with interconnected campuses and sites dispersed throughout the state, a community dedicated to providing accessible and affordable higher learning. Our innovative, relevant programs focus on student success and career readiness and meet students where they are on their educational journey. As with VTSU as a whole, the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics fosters a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice and strives to be a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment.

The Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics Department is comprised of a collaborative and supportive group of faculty that offers programs in Data Science and Applied Statistics, Information Technology, Mathematics, and Software Engineering. The incumbent’s home campus (Randolph) is located in the center of the state, within easy reach of the mountains, lakes, resorts, and local arts. The mathematics faculty at the Randolph campus serve a variety of STEM and health care programs, many of which have external accreditation.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The new faculty member will be expected to teach a variety of undergraduate courses, including Statistics, Calculus, Principles of Mathematics, Discrete Math, Technical Math, Applied Math for Health Sciences, Applied Math for Engineering. Candidates with plans to involve undergraduate students in research and publications are encouraged to apply. We also seek candidates with interest in developing internal and external collaborations.

In addition to teaching and research, faculty at VTSU are expected to participate in and contribute to university committees, scholarship and professional development, student advising, service to the college community, development of curriculum and educational facilities as needed, and other duties related to teaching effectiveness, scholarship, and service to the university community.

Minimum Requirements

The successful candidate will have earned a Ph.D. in mathematics or related areas and should have previous teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Candidates with experience teaching in a variety of modalities (in-person, face-to-face-plus, asynchronous online) are encouraged to apply.

Salary

Based on qualifications and experience as defined by VSC-VSCFF Bargaining Unit Agreement.  Per this agreement the minimum salary for an Assistant Professor will be not less than $55,000 USD per annum plus a comprehensive benefit and retirement package.

Application Process 

Applicants should include the following information as attachments: 1) A cover letter that summarizes their teaching and research interests and includes a reflection on the candidate’s potential to nurture a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a teaching statement that describes their pedagogy; 4) a statement that includes a plan for integrating undergraduate students in their scholarship; and 5) the names and contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin on March 01, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received after the initial screening may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. VTSU strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds. Please refer any questions to Julie.Theoret@vermontstate.edu or susan.generazzo@vermontstate.edu  

VTSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.

Salary : $55,000