Assistant Professor of Instruction in Mathematics

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Instruction in Mathematics

2026078

NTL

Round Rock, San Marcos, Other - Online

College of Science and Engineering

Mathematics

The Mathematics Department at Texas State University seeks outstanding educators to contribute to its teaching mission by inviting applicants for multiple Assistant Professor of Instruction positions beginning in Fall 2026. An Assistant Professor of Instruction is a full‑time, nine‑month faculty position in a promotion‑eligible track. The instructional faculty appointment is aligned with Texas State University’s commitment to enhancing its capacity and productivity in teaching, learning, and instructional contributions.

The primary responsibility and workload of an instructional faculty member is to provide effective teaching. In addition to instruction, appointments may include responsibility for service through course or program coordination, professional outreach, committee membership, and other activities aligned with instructional activities and outcomes.

We are a growing department with a wide range of research strengths in Analysis, Topology, Algebra, Combinatorics, Statistics, Logic, and Mathematics Education. The department has two Ph.D. programs in mathematics and mathematics education as well as several master’s programs. The department strives to create a welcoming environment that invites students from a range of backgrounds to succeed in mathematics. We particularly invite applicants who are excited to mentor a wide variety of students, both graduate and undergraduate.

The department is dedicated to supporting its junior faculty through mentoring and university‑wide programs.

• A Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics Education or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in mathematics. Candidates whose degree is in a closely related field must meet SACS accreditation standards to teach in a mathematics department.
• Significant undergraduate teaching experience as an instructor of record (or comparable experience).
• Demonstrated competence in teaching mathematics.

• A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related area.
• A documented record of effectiveness in classroom instruction.
• An ability to contribute to departmental missions related to instruction both in and outside of the classroom.
• Ability to teach statistics courses or courses involving scientific computing.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./55583

To be considered for the position, applicants are required to submit the following application materials:

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
• Teaching statement (maximum two pages of text, not including supporting materials such as sample class activities, observation letters, or evaluations).
• Three reference letters, at least one of which explicitly addresses teaching.

All application materials should arrive by March 15, 2026. However, we shall continue to accept applications until the close date of April 15, 2026. Please clearly address how you meet all criteria in your application materials.

Full‑Time

Fall 2026

01/06/2026

03/16/2026

04/15/2026

No

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

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