Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Mathematics Education)

Title: Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Mathematics Education)

Division: Provost's Office

Department: Pott College of Science, Engineering, & Education

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: Annual Salary

EEO Job Group: 2 C5

Position Summary

The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Mathematics Education).

The Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education at the University of Southern Indiana invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics with a focus in Mathematics Education to begin in August 2025.

Duties/Responsibilities 

Responsibilities include teaching mathematics content and methods courses for preservice elementary teachers, teaching graduate courses for in-service teachers, maintaining an active research agenda, engaging in professional and university service activities, and advising undergraduate mathematical sciences majors. The faculty member will have the potential to develop a research agenda that leads to scholarly works and the engagement of students. Start-up funds and other financial support are available to initiate a productive research effort.

Required Knowledge and Skills

A Doctorate in Mathematics Education or closely related field is required. Doctoral candidates will be considered if the terminal degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2025, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2026.

About USI    

The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for this position include:

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.
• Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
• Vacation and sick time
• Holiday pay
• Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
• Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.

For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits.

About the College

The University of Southern Indiana is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and professional activity, and service to the university and the community. Our campus is located in the rolling hills of the southwestern Ohio River valley on a beautiful 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana. We offer employees exceptional benefits, including:

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.
• Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.
• Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.
• Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.
• For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit www.usi.edu/hr/benefits.

About the Department

The Mathematical Sciences Department at USI includes programs in mathematics, mathematics-actuarial, mathematics teaching, and statistics. The department works to develop close, personalized relationships with students; displays a strong commitment to student success and academic rigor; and embraces a philosophy that students learn mathematics by doing mathematics. For additional information about the Department, please see: https://www.usi.edu/science/mathematical-sciences 

Application Process

Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:

• letter of application
• current curriculum vitae
• unofficial transcripts
• brief statement of teaching and research philosophy

Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Rick Hudson, search committee chair, at rhudson@usi.edu.

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials before October 15, 2024.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI will sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.