What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Mathematics position at ST THOMAS UNIVERSITY INC?
Job Details
St. Thomas University - Health Sciences and Technology
Position Summary:
Located in sunny Miami, Florida, St. Thomas University is a private, non-profit university that offers 39 undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate degrees, including an undergraduate major/minor in Applied Mathematics and Data Science, and a Master’s Degree in Data Science.
The Mathematics Department invites applications for a Full-Time Assistant Professor or Instructor position, starting Spring 2026. We seek ambitious faculty members to help grow and strengthen the department by expanding teaching, research, and grant activity. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching students from diverse backgrounds and able to motivate, mentor, and advise students. Candidates with expertise in Data Science and Statistics are especially encouraged to apply, particularly those who can contribute to both teaching and research initiatives in these areas.
Essential Functions/Duties:
- Teach undergraduate mathematics courses at all levels (typically 4 courses per semester) including Calculus, Statistics, Discrete Math and Linear Algebra.
- Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment
- Engage in scholarly activity, particularly in data science or statistics, when applicable
- Support departmental and institutional service initiatives
- Mentor students and contribute to the academic life of the department
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field including at least 18 graduate hours in mathematics from an accredited institution (Ph.D. required for Assistant Professor consideration)
- Demonstrated ability to teach a wide range of undergraduate mathematics courses, including introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and student success in diverse learning environments
Catholic Identity
St. Thomas University is a Catholic university sponsored by the Archdiocese of Miami committed to academic and professional success guided by its Catholic identity. All employees are therefore expected to respect the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and support the University’s religious mission. All employees hereby acknowledge their familiarity and support of the religious affiliation, mission and values of St. Thomas University.
Equal Employment Opportunity
St. Thomas University is an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse and inclusive organization. It is the policy of the University to fill each vacancy with the candidate who represents the best fit for the position and to promote and transfer employees from within whenever possible and practical. Employment decisions are made on the basis of the candidate’s personal capabilities, qualifications, and ability to assist the University in fulfilling its mission without discrimination. With regard to the latter, the University’s program of recruiting employees for mission aims to inform prospective employees of the University’s mission and to help them and hiring personnel determine how they will support and contribute to the University’s mission.
E-Verify
St. Thomas University is an E-Verify® Employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that allows an employer, using information reported on an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to determine the eligibility of that employee to work in the United States. STU will utilize E-Verify® to verify employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.
Job Type:
- Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- Ph.D. (Required for Assistant Professor position). Candidates with a Master’s degree will be considered for an Instructor position only.
Experience:
- Research interests in Data Science, Applied Statistics, or a related field
- Experience incorporating research into the undergraduate classroom
- Experience with curriculum development and instructional technology
- Ability to teach effectively in both in-person and online formats
- Evidence of scholarly productivity and a plan for continued research engagement
Work Location:
- In person