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Working TitleAssistant Professor

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500269F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$90,000-$100,000

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit

Colorado State University ranks as one of the nation’s top-performing research institutions with a record $498.1 million in research spending in Fiscal Year 2023. Nestled beside the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins, Colorado is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S.A.

The Department of Mathematics at Colorado State University is one of eight departments in the College of Natural Sciences. The Department has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, as well as excellence in research. Faculty research interests include algebra, analysis, combinatorics, differential equations, geometry, inverse problems, math education, mathematical modeling, number theory, scientific computing, and topology, as well as applications of these areas. The Department of Mathematics has around 150 undergraduate majors and 73 graduate students, with currently 29 tenured and tenure-track faculty.

Colorado State University and the Department of Mathematics provide a highly collaborative and supportive environment; a number of faculty have joint appointments in other departments or are engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations and research projects.

Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes

% Research40

% Teaching50

% Service10

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on11/09/2025

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics at Colorado State University invites applications for one tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of Applied Mathematics. The successful applicants will have evidence of scholarly research, as well as a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses as assigned by the Department Chair, as well as the continued development of an excellent and well-recognized research program.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

1. Doctorate in Mathematics or related area by application deadline.

2. A research program in Applied Mathematics.

Preferred Job Qualifications

1. Evidence of scholarly research in Applied Mathematics.

2. Evidence of teaching skills that show the candidate is prepared for teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit the following by November 9 at 11:59 p.m. MST :

+ a cover letter that addresses specific interests in CSU and its Department of Mathematics;

+ a complete curriculum vitae;

+ a teaching statement, limited to 2-3 pages;

+ a research statement, limited to 2-3 pages (references do not count towards the page limit);

+ PDFs of 3 scholarly works by the applicant, e.g., publications or preprints, considered to be most impactful;

+ names and contact information for 3-5 references, at least one who will address the candidate’s teaching accomplishments.

All reference writers will be provided with a link to upload their letter following the submission of the application.For an application to be considered complete, at least two letters must be received by November 16, 2025, in addition to the materials above.Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, only completed applications will be assured full consideration. Application materials of semi-finalists will be made available to the Mathematics Department Faculty.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Search ContactKarena Alons, [email protected]

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryInstruction/Advising/Mentoring

Duty/Responsibility

1.Teaching duties will include graduate and undergraduate courses as assigned by the department chair.

2. Standard mentoring of undergraduate majors.

3. Mentoring and supervision of graduate students towards masters and doctorate degrees.

Percentage Of Time50%

Job Duty CategoryResearch/Scholarly activities

Duty/Responsibility

1. The faculty member will continue to develop and grow a strong research program in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise.

2. Actively seek (and secure) external research funding to support the research efforts.

3. Participate in departmental research group activities and other research collaborations which are internal and external to CSU .

Percentage Of Time40%

Job Duty CategoryService/Outreach

Duty/Responsibility

The faculty member will participate in service and outreach activities for the department, college, university and/or community, in consultation with the department chair.

Percentage Of Time10%

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested5

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Statement of Teaching Philosophy

+ Statement of Research Philosophy

+ Publication 1

+ Publication 2

+ Publication 3

+ List of Professional References

Optional Documents