Assistant Professor--Mathematics, CAS

OVERVIEW

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematics at the rank of assistant professor, to begin Fall Semester 2026. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and show strong potential for productive research/scholarly activities. The successful candidate will have experience and/or interest in mathematics education and will be expected to teach a variety of undergraduate courses housed in the Department of Mathematics. Responsibilities will include teaching mathematics content classes for prospective K-12 teachers. These course descriptions (MATH 121, MATH 122, MATH 223, MATH 325, MATH 450) can be found at http://www.stthomas.edu/catalog/current/math/. The standard teaching load for this position is 3 courses (12 credits) per semester. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to our mathematical community in part by maintaining an active research agenda. All areas of research will be considered; work with undergraduate students is encouraged and supported. Other duties include advising students and engaging in service activities.

About the Department of Mathematics

The 19-member Department of Mathematics offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in mathematics and mathematical education and is active in undergraduate research. The department also hosts interdisciplinary Bachelor of Science programs in Actuarial Science and Statistics. The Center for Applied Mathematics is located within the department and supports faculty and student research in mathematics and its applications. The Center for Faculty Development at the University of St. Thomas maintains a competitive research grants program that offers support for faculty both pre- and post-tenure. Please see the following link for more details: https://www.stthomas.edu/about/departments/center-faculty-development/. Learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Mathematics and the Center for Applied Mathematics at the following link: https://www.stthomas.edu/artsandsciences/.

About the University of St. Thomas

The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven, urban university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan areas and Minneapolis-St. Paul international airport, we are Minnesota’s largest private university with eight schools and colleges, 150+ undergraduate majors/minors, and 55 graduate programs. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas at the following link: https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/for-faculty/index.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this Mission.

Salary and Benefits

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
• A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits

The salary range for this position is $68,000-$76,000.

The University of St. Thomas has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in mathematics, mathematics education, or in a closely related field, or alternatively, ABD nearing completion of the Ph.D. will be considered, with the initial appointment to be made at the rank of instructor. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and show strong potential for productive research/scholarly activities.

How to Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, all interested applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/ providing the following application materials:

• A curriculum vitae.
• A cover letter addressing the candidate's interest in and/or experience with educating future mathematics teachers. We encourage applicants without prior experience in this area to describe their interest and potential to contribute.
• Names and contact information of three professional references. Candidates will be contacted if letters of recommendation are desired. At least one of the references should be able to address the candidate’s teaching.
• A two-page statement detailing your teaching experience and your teaching philosophy.
• A two-page statement (in a language understandable to a broad range of math, statistics, and actuarial faculty) outlining your current and future research and indicating how your research agenda will enhance our current efforts, including undergraduate research.
• A two-page statement describing how you have fostered a welcoming environment that supports students of all backgrounds in your teaching, research, and/or service. If you have not had an opportunity to do so, please describe how you aspire to foster such an environment.
• Unofficial graduate transcripts.

The preferred format for all uploaded application documents is PDF.

The committee will begin reviewing applications on October 20, 2025, and will continue reviewing applications until the position is filled. Any questions regarding the position should be sent to the search committee chair, Dr. Lisa Rezac at LMREZAC@stthomas.edu.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.