Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Mathematics

About the role

The University of Washington Tacoma (UWT) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Operations Research) to join the Department of Sciences and Mathematics (SAM) in the School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (SIAS).

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate mathematics courses, including precalculus, calculus, and statistics.
• Mentor undergraduate students, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, and advise mathematics majors on capstone projects.
• Engage in research in Operations Research or related fields, and contribute to the department's scholarly agenda.
• Support undergraduate research and experiential learning opportunities in the candidate's area of expertise.
• Participate in departmental and institutional committees, and contribute to shared governance.

Requirements

• An earned doctorate (or foreign equivalent) in Mathematics (or related field) from an accredited college or university by the start of the appointment.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Demonstrated record of research in the candidate's area of expertise.
• Demonstrated record of institutional or community service.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. Required
• Experience or interest to teach proof and writing-focused classes is a plus.

SkillsAbility to teach in various modalities, including in-person, online, and hybrid courses.

Strong commitment to inclusivity and equity in the classroom and beyond.

Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 to $86,000 per 9-month academic year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Flexible teaching schedule, with an expected teaching load of 6 courses per academic year.
• Opportunities for undergraduate research and experiential learning.
• Access to comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

• Yearly salary

Schedule

• 9-month service period (September 16 - June 15, each year)
• Expected start date: September 16, 2027