The Mathematics Department at Millsaps College invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics beginning Fall 2025. The successful candidate will teach six (6) courses per academic year including both upper-level mathematics and contributions to the college’s general education program.
Millsaps faculty members are teacher-scholars; we seek innovative, resourceful, dedicated candidates who are eager to teach the increasingly diverse student body at Millsaps, as well as develop a research agenda that complements activities in the classroom. Candidates with experience or expertise in data science, computer science, or statistics are particularly encouraged to apply, but all research specialties in pure or applied mathematics will be given full consideration. Support for research development and travel, for both faculty and students, is available.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in mathematics or applied mathematics required by the start of the appointment
- Passion and effectiveness in teaching, achievement and potential as a scholar
- Capability in working with students in undergraduate mathematics research
- Familiarity with and commitment to inclusive pedagogy, diversity and equity
Application Process
Application materials should be submitted electronically to mathjobs.com. A review of applications will begin October 1st and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be conducted by videoconference.
Questions about this search should be directed to Emlee Nicholson, Department Chair, at [email protected].
A complete application will include:
- a cover letter
- curriculum vitae
- statement of teaching interests and philosophy
- statement addressing the candidate’s scholarly accomplishments and plans for future scholarly work
- teaching evaluations and sample syllabi (if available) and
- three letters of recommendation, at least one of which regards the candidate’s teaching, as outlined below
Within these materials candidates should provide specific examples of how they have contributed to equitable and inclusive academic spaces, including how they would enrich Millsaps College’s commitment to supportive environments for a diverse community. Teaching statement should explicitly address how candidates plan to teach an increasingly diverse student body.
Letters of recommendation should be sent confidentially on the candidate’s behalf to mathjobs.org.