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Job Title Faculty in Applied Mathematics (Tenure Track, F0061A)

Department MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS

Position Number F0061A

Job Description

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Old Dominion University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant (Associate) Professor in Applied Mathematics to begin in Fall 2026. We seek candidates whose research lies in an area of applied mathematics that both complements and enhances the department’s existing strengths and supports the “mathematics for data science and AI” program.

The position carries a teaching load of two courses per semester, with a reduced load during the first two years to facilitate the development of a strong research program. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate is expected to actively pursue external research funding and supervise Ph.D. student research. Supervision of undergraduate research and participation in interdisciplinary collaborations—both within ODU and with external partners—are also encouraged. Candidates seeking an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor should have an outstanding record of research accomplishments and demonstrated leadership, including mentoring junior faculty and contributing to departmental strategic initiatives.

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment General Public

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics or a related discipline. Candidates who provide evidence that their Ph.D. will be conferred by July 25, 2026 will be considered for an Assistant Professor position.

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

Preferred Qualifications

+ A strong publication record in respected journals, conferences, research program that complements and expands that of current faculty within the Department of Mathematics & Statistics.

+ A history of successful funding.

+ Experience in grant proposal writing.

+ Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level.

+ Experience mentoring students and faculty is highly preferred for candidates applying for senior faculty appointments.

Conditions of Employment

Location Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date 11/15/2025

Application Review Date 12/15/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Application Instructions

Interested individuals should apply electronically at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/24610 and submit:

+ A cover letter of application.

+ A curriculum vitae.

+ A statement of research.

+ A statement of teaching.

+ Unofficial graduate transcripts.

+ Contact information for three references

Review of the applications will begin on December 15, 2025, and the position will remain open until the position is filled.

Telework Friendly No

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

About the College

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

About the Department

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Old Dominion University currently has 24 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 19 teaching faculty, and several adjunct faculty. Opportunities exist for collaboration and interaction with faculty members in the Department, other Departments of The College of Sciences and the University, ODU’s Virginia Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Center ( VMASC ) and at nearby institutions: the National Institute of Aerospace ( NIA ); the NASA Langley Research Center; and the Jefferson Laboratory. Further information regarding the Department may be obtained at http://odu.edu/math/.The Department receives substantial state support and peer-reviewed research grant support, from NSF , NASA , NIH , NIA , DoD, VDEQ , VSGC and other agencies. It is also supported by endowment funds.

The Department has robust undergraduate and graduate programs: a B.S. degree program in Mathematics with more than 170 undergraduate majors; and M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs in Computational and Applied Mathematics with options in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Biostatistics, and Big Data Analytics with approximately 40 graduate students.

Old Dominion University and the College of Sciences (odu.edu/sci) are committed to inclusive excellence, recognizing that diversity enhances and enriches our educational mission, employment experience, and community engagement. We seek candidates whose research, teaching, and/or service experiences have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

+ The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)

+ Higheredjobs.com

+ DiverseJobs.com

+ InsightIntoDiversity.com

+ Jobs.Virginia.gov

+ Old Dominion University website

+ Virginia Pilot (website or print)

+ Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)

+ Academic Keys

+ Other

+ If you selected "Other," how did you hear about this employment opportunity?

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Teaching Philosophy

+ Statement of Research Interests

+ Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

+ Contact Information for Professional References

Optional Documents

+ Recommendation/Reference Letter 1

+ Recommendation/Reference Letter 2

+ Recommendation/Reference Letter 3