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University of Maine at Augusta

Assistant Professor of Mathematics or Statistics – Two Positions

University of Maine at Augusta, Orono, Maine, us, 04473


The University of Maine seeks to fill two tenure-track assistant professor positions in mathematics or statistics. These are nine-month, academic-year positions anticipated to begin September 1, 2025.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Undergraduate and graduate teaching (normally totaling two classes per semester)

Advising and recruiting students

Directing undergraduate projects and graduate theses

Maintaining a productive program of research and other scholarly activity, including the pursuit of external funding for research

Participating in curriculum development and assessment

Engaging in university and professional service

Qualifications:

Required:

A Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics or an equivalent degree is required by date of hire

Demonstrated effective teaching

Evidence of strong potential for research and for obtaining external research funding

Effective written and oral communication skills

Preferred:

Ability to teach statistics at upper level and graduate level

Research interests and expertise that enhance present activities in our department and university

Record of effective involvement in advising, mentoring, curriculum development, and/or assessment

Evidence of active contribution to diversity and inclusivity in a higher education setting.

Preference may be given to candidates whose research enhances present activity in the department and university, particularly in applied mathematics, probability, or statistics.

Preference may also be given to candidates who can support our teaching activities in statistics, especially at upper level.

Application Information:

To be considered for this position, you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position

a resume/curriculum vitae

a teaching statement

a research statement

Your cover letter should describe your background and how you meet the job requirements as described above, especially with regard to our activities in statistics. These materials must be submitted through

www.mathjobs.org , and in addition, all materials other than the letters of reference must also be submitted via Oracle Recruiting.

Women and those from groups traditionally underrepresented in mathematical fields are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by November 3, 2024.

For questions about the search, please contact the department chair at

andrew.knightly@maine.edu

or 207-581-3901.

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