Assistant Professor

The department has more than 40 primary faculty members, more than 250 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate students, a master's program with several concentrations, and a robust Ph.D. program. The department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a doctoral program with concentrations in applied mathematics and statistics. The department also offers two master's programs in mathematics and mathematical finance and a variety of undergraduate concentrations leading to the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in mathematics.

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Tenured and Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate goals.
Teaching, Advising, Curriculum and Instructional Development - Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, advising and consultation, directing student research, curriculum and instructional development, and grading student work.
Scholarly Research, Creative, and Other Professional Activities - All tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to participate in expanding the knowledge base of their academic field by conducting research or engaging in other creative activities as appropriate to the faculty member's discipline. Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to research may include but are not limited to: research/creative activity that generates new knowledge and/or synthesizes and/or integrates existing knowledge, publication, an on-going agenda for research, scholarly, and creative activity, and are expected to seek extramural support for their work.
Service to University, the Public, and the Profession - All tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to engage in a program of service appropriate to their discipline. Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to service may include but are not limited to: service to the administration and governance of the University, public service, and service to the profession.

To view the complete Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty document visit our website: https://provost.charlotte.edu/academic-budget-hr/academic-personnel-procedures-handbook/

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for a tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics starting August 2025. We seek candidates whose research is in applied mathematics with a focus in scientific computing and numerical analysis such as numerical differential equations and scientific machine learning, or related areas where computation plays a central and essential role, emphasizing analysis, development, and implementation of theoretically justified and efficient algorithms.

UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.

Required qualifications include a doctoral degree in mathematics. A commitment to establishing a productive research program. A commitment to excellence in teaching and advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Preferred qualifications include excellent research and teaching experience in computational mathematics. Evidence of potential to obtain external funding. Experience in teaching large classes. Experience in supervising undergraduate students.
Provide service to the department, the university, and the profession.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics seeks to recruit and retain top talent to maintain the excellence of the University and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. Applications must be made electronically at https://jobs.charlotte.edu (position number 007597) and must include a letter of interest that addresses the requirements for the position; a curriculum vitae; a statement of research plans (part of which must be a statement indicating previous experience); a statement of teaching experience, philosophy, and interests; copies (either official or unofficial) of graduate transcripts; and at least three (3) professional references. The professional reference letters, one of which should address the teaching experience of the candidate, must be emailed to Jennifer Agostini (jagostini@charlotte.edu). Evaluation of completed applications including three references will commence on November 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree and submit to a criminal background check

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte maintains an Affirmative Action Plan prepared in accordance with Executive Order 11246 and the Consent Decree.