Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Department: College of Science

Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Mathematical Sciences Department in the College of Science (COS) at George Mason University offers undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs in pure, applied, and computational mathematics. High-level research across a variety of disciplines is strengthened through collaborations with local government/industry partners and nearby universities. High-quality teaching and community engagement is achieved through innovative strategies including extensive outreach work, active learning, hands-on undergraduate research, and internship programs with high success rates among both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information about the department, visit us on the web at math.gmu.edu.

About the Position:

The Tenure Track Assistant Professor is expected to produce research on a regular basis, which should include publications, talks, and grant applications. The position is also expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and support the department’s undergraduate, M.S., and Ph.D. programs in Mathematics. The job consists of 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service.

Responsibilities:

• Teaches at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and supports the department’s undergraduate, M.S., and Ph.D. programs in Mathematics;
• Expected to produce research on a regular basis, which should include publications, talks, and grant applications; and
• Serves on committees and performs other service as needed. 

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in a related field;
• Ph.D. in mathematics or closely related field;
• Strong records in both research and teaching;
• Skills in teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses;
• Ability to work with and collaborate with others in a diverse dynamic environment; and
• Evidence of strong communication skills (e.g., technical talks, presentations, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral experience is preferred;
• Demonstrated knowledge in research, teaching, advising, mentoring, and service/citizenship;
• Ability to contribute to initiatives promoting access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion;
• Commitment to leadership, service, and outreach activities will be highly valued; and
• Research interests align with those of the department.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Tenure Track Assistant Professor at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Applications must be received by December 1, 2024. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Complete and submit the online application to include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement and four letters of recommendation, one of which discusses teaching. Please have your recommenders send the letters of recommendation to math@gmu.edu with your name in the subject line.

Posting Open Date: November 7, 2024

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  December 1, 2024

Open Until Filled:  Yes