Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at the University of North Alabama invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Mathematics beginning August 2027. Applicants must hold a PhD in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a related field by August 2027. Candidates with the ability to strengthen and expand our undergraduate and graduate offerings in statistics and actuarial science will receive priority. Review of applications will begin on October 30, 2026, and continue until the position has been filled.  Sponsorship is not available for this position. Salary is commensurate with degree and experience. The University of North Alabama Department of Mathematics offers BA, BS, and MS degrees in Mathematics.Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses ranging from beginning to advanced levels as well as online graduate mathematics courses. The regular teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The primary responsibility of this position is high-quality instruction in both in-person and online formats.Applicants must hold a PhD in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a related field by August 2027. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, including effective engagement both in-person and online; maintain an active program of scholarly activity, including potential involvement with undergraduate or graduate students; be willing to take an active role in curriculum development and program assessment; be familiar with current trends in mathematics education, including the use of instructional technology; and be willing to work as a collegial team member as well as a community resource when appropriate. Additional responsibilities include student recruitment and service on departmental and University committees. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with faculty and contribute to a positive learning environment. Please be prepared to submit a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, research statement, unofficial transcripts, and contact information (including email addresses) for three professional/academic references at the time of application.  Preference will be given to those that submit complete application packets before October 30, 2026, although the position will remain open until filled.
 
Official transcripts for the highest degree attained will be required of the successful candidate, however unofficial copies are accepted for the application process.  If any of your graduate hours in the relevant teaching discipline are taken from a degree(s) that is not your highest attained, a transcript of that degree(s) must also be submitted. Electronic copies, if available, of unofficial transcripts may be attached under the attachment headings of Unofficial Transcript 1, Unofficial Transcript 2, etc. Electronic copies of unofficial/official transcripts may also be requested to be sent to [email protected].  If electronic copies of transcripts are unavailable, hard copies must be sent to: Human Resources, One Harrison Plaza, UNA Box 5043, Florence, AL, 35632 or brought to 601 Cramer Way, Room 226. 
 
Official transcripts must be sent directly to HR from the issuing school via email or postal mail to be considered official. Transcripts with a designation of “Issued to Student”, or with the student name listed as the recipient will not be considered official. If you attended UNA, please click here to fill out an online, electronic transcript request form. Your transcripts will be delivered to HR and we will upload them to your application packet at no charge to you. 
 
For questions, please email [email protected] or call 256-765-4291 and select option #2.  Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.