What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Mathematics position at usm?
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload the following
documents:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Teaching statement
Research statement
Unofficial graduate transcripts
Four letters of reference
Review of applications will
begin on November 17, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
The University of Southern Mississippi
invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant
Professor of Mathematics in the School of Mathematics and Natural
Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences, to begin August
2026. We seek a dynamic scholar who demonstrates excellence in research,
teaching, and mentorship and who will actively contribute to the continued
growth of the School’s research and graduate programs.
The successful candidate will be
expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program,
contribute to high-quality instruction at both the undergraduate and
graduate levels, and engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research aligned with the University’s expanding R1 research profile.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct original, high-impact research and pursue sustained external funding.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics and related areas.
- Supervise and mentor master’s and doctoral students.
- Contribute to curriculum innovation and the development of new interdisciplinary programs.
- Participate actively in service at the School, College, and University levels.
- Foster a collegial and inclusive academic environment that promotes student success and research excellence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.