Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor or Instructor

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Villanova University welcomes applications for a nine-month visiting teaching position spanning Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, at the rank of either Assistant Teaching Professor (for those with a PhD) or Instructor. The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The primary duties are to foundational courses in mathematics and/or statistics. Teaching upper-level courses is also possible. Our department currently has 45 full-time faculty members and is known for its collegiality. Our faculty are engaged and supportive, and strive to foster academic excellence. The Department provides a caring community in which students of all backgrounds can learn and succeed.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach 12 credit hours (three or four courses) per semester in person. Participate in the life of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
• Strong teaching ability

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
• Exceptional teaching ability

Special Message to Applicants

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/. Review of applications begins upon receipt and continues until the position is filled. We invite you to apply by June 26, 2026, for full consideration. All applications are to include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Copies of academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Three letters of recommendation. An email will be sent to each of your references with a secure web link asking that they submit confidential letters of recommendation when the application is submitted.
• For finalists, an official graduate transcript and a statement of contribution to Villanova’s mission will be required.

References Needed

• Minimum Number of References Needed: 3
• Maximum Number of References Needed: 4

Documents needed to complete your application:

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts
• Letters of Reference (uploaded by applicant)
• Summary of Teaching Evaluations
• Other Document (2)
• Statement of Contribution to Mission