Asst Professor

Asst Professor - Mathematics & Statistics
Laramie, WY, United States
TRENDING
JOB DESCRIPTION
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Assistant Professor

JOB PURPOSE:

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) of the University of Wyoming includes 10 departments and the newly formed School of Computing. The College prides itself on research innovation, teaching excellence, industrial engagement, and broader societal impact. With a significantly increased budget, we have embarked on a transformational journey to become a Tier-1 Institution, recognized nationally for academic excellence and world-class research. This includes new state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated funding for research initiatives. We are hiring a cohort of new faculty across the College, and we seek to attract a diverse and inclusive group of talented early-stage faculty and established researchers.

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics at the University of Wyoming (UW) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track/tenured faculty position in Mathematics, with a specialization in Analysis. This position is set to begin August 2024. Job duties include teaching, research, and service.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Mathematics and Statistics Department has 30 faculty members, 22 of which are active researchers work on algebra, combinatorics, graph theory, convex analysis, operator algebras, probability, numerical analysis, modeling, mathematical biology, math education, and statistics. The department is also home to 32 graduate students and maintains lively graduate programs in mathematics and statistics. The department is a part of the newly formed College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) of the University of Wyoming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to conduct high level research, obtain extramural funding, work collaboratively with other scientists, and teach a variety of courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. A competitive startup and salary package will be provided to the successful candidate. Both teaching and research are important at the University of Wyoming. Successful tenure cases require dedication and proficiency in both areas.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A PhD in Mathematics is required by the start of the appointment date.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to those applicants who can demonstrate the following:

A demonstrated track record or evidence of potential for excellence in research
Evidence of potential for obtaining extramural funding
Previous experience or future plans for mentoring undergraduate/graduate students
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students
Evidence of excellence in teaching courses at the university level
Excellent communication skills