• Applied Mathematics or Statistics, Assistant…

    St. Lawrence University (Canton, NY)


    Position Information

    Position Title Applied Mathematics or Statistics, Assistant Professor

     

    FLSA Exempt

    Primary Responsibilities

    St. Lawrence University invites applications for a tenure-track position as an assistant professor in statistics or applied mathematics in the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics at the beginning of August 2026. Exceptional candidates with the appropriate experience will also be considered for a position at the associate professor or full professor level. Our department currently has fourteen full-time faculty members and supports robust majors in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, and Cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will be able to contribute either to core courses in statistics or to courses related to applied mathematics, both at the upper and introductory levels. A successful candidate will demonstrate commitment and strategies to supporting and mentoring undergraduate research and scholarship.

     

    The teaching expectation at St. Lawrence is three courses per semester. The university offers support for conference travel as well as an option for a pre-tenure sabbatical.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Ph.D. in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field by August 15, 2026, a strong commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts setting, and evidence of excellence in teaching and research potential. Candidates who are ABD (All But Dissertation) are also welcome to apply.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Salary Salary range $80,000-90,000 annually; the starting rate will be determined by education, experience, skills, disciplinary training, and other factors protected by law.

     

    Faculty Status Tenure Track

     

    Appointment Timing Full Year

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Posting Number FA00216

     

    Desired Start Date 08/17/2026

     

    Position End Date (if temporary)

     

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    Open Until Filled Yes

     

    Special Instructions to Applicant

    To apply:

    1. Applicants should submit a cover letter, current CV, teaching statement, and research statement on MathJobs.org (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/27055). Candidates are encouraged to address how their teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or service might support our commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive community within a liberal arts education.

    2. Applicants should arrange to have three letters of recommendation submitted on MathJobs.org (https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/27055). At least one letter of recommendation should address your teaching.

    3. Applicants must also complete a short St. Lawrence University online application form at https://employment.stlawu.edu/.

     

    Review of applications will begin on October 10, 2025. Applications submitted after this date will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

     

    Please direct any questions pertaining to this position to Professor Gabriel Dorfsman-Hopkins [email protected] or to Professor Matt Higham at [email protected].

     

    All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

     

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    Maximum Requests 0

     

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