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Department Mathematics (SMT)

Position Title Professor

Job Title Associate/Full Professor (Mathematics)

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Department of Mathematics invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, tenure/tenure-track (annual) Associate or Full Professor position (depending on qualifications).

Any hiring at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor with indefinite tenure will be subject to a successful out-of-cycle tenure review process:https://academicaffairs.oregonstate.edu/resources-policies-legislation/policies-and-resources/promotion-and-tenure-guidelines/out-cycle.

This position will engage in teaching, research, and service in the Department of Mathematics. The area of research is in a mathematical area that complements and strengthens the research interests of the Department of Mathematics at OSU . The successful candidate will bring an established, active research program and will participate in the fostering of high-quality research in the College of Science and OSU .

Candidates will be considered for the George Earl Barr Endowed Professorship, subject to Provost approval.

Tenure stream faculty in the College of Science and the Department of Mathematics are expected to demonstrate effectiveness in teaching, advising and other institutional activities; achievement in scholarship and creative activity that establishes the individual as a significant contributor to the field or profession; and an appropriate balance of institutional and professional service. All professorial positions are expected to make significant contributions to undergraduate and graduate education.

OSU has an institution-wide commitment to equity, inclusive excellence, and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community. All employees are responsible for helping to maintain and enhance OSU’s collaborative and inclusive community that strives for equity and equal opportunity.

The College of Science is deeply committed to upholding the values of anti-racism, inclusivity, justice and equity — cornerstones of institutional and scientific excellence. Through our rich collection of people, ideas and perspectives, we engage in a healthy, constructive dialogue to learn, inform our research and make discoveries. The Oregon State University Office of Institutional Diversity’s Strategic Action Plan (http://diversity.oregonstate.edu/innovate-integrate-plan-inclusive-excellence) informs our work to ensure all have equitable access to succeed in science, work to dismantle systems of oppression, embed equity in everything we do and create a climate of trust, understanding and inclusion.”

The Mathematics Department is a research-active department with a commitment to providing equitable access to quality learning and career development at all levels. We are devoted to creating and promoting knowledge in mathematics and preparing all students with mathematical literacy to succeed in today’s world.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

•Top 1.4% university in the world

•More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

•1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

•2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

•7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

•100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•217k+ alumni worldwide

•For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•Retirement savings paid by the university.

•A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

•Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

All COS employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, including efforts promoting equitable outcomes among learners of all identities. For further explanation of OSU’s vision and principles, please see information on the Institutional Diversity page at Oregon State University, specifically their goals captured in their Strategic Plan detailed here:http://diversity.oregonstate.edu/innovate-integrate-plan-inclusive-excellence

Specific activities

A. Teaching, Advising, and Other Instructional Activities (55% of effort):

+ Teach 4.5 quarter courses in mathematics per academic year at the undergraduate or graduate level, with 4 and 5 courses taught in alternate years,

+ Contribute to general or specialty seminars in the department,

+ During the first two years of service, the teaching load may be reduced.

Advising and other instructional activities

+ Advise graduate students and participate on M.S. and Ph.D. graduate committees,

+ Advise undergraduate students in their academic programs, research, and career directions as assigned,

+ Supervise teaching assistants if appropriate,

+ Mentor and support students in research projects, internships, or seminars and in the writing and publication of their results,

+ Participate in course and degree assessment and curricular and instructional development.

B. Scholarship and Creative Activity (35% of effort):

+ Develop and maintain a program of research and scholarship in mathematics that is recognized at the national and international level and supports strategic research areas of the College of Science and OSU ,

+ Disseminate the research results by publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, presentations at professional meetings, and by other means appropriate for the discipline,

+ Seek extramural funding for travel, summer salary, graduate and undergraduate research assistant support, computing equipment, and other research related costs.

+ Collaborate with colleagues on and off campus as appropriate in the development of scholarly work.

C. Service (10% of effort):

+ Service on departmental and college or university committees as assigned,

+ Service to the profession such as refereeing, editing, committee work, organizing conference or sessions, and similar activities,

+ Service to the public through presentations or outreach programs as appropriate,

+ Maintain an appropriate balance between service to the institution and to the profession.

What You Will Need

For Associate Professor:

+ PhD in Mathematics, or closely related field.

+ Eligible to be appointed as rank of Associate upon arrival at OSU .

+ Established program of research activity in an area that complements and strengthens the Department of Mathematics at OSU .

+ Demonstrated effectiveness in developing, conducting, and disseminating high-quality research.

+ Demonstrated effectiveness for teaching and mentoring excellence and commitment to equitable student success which can benefit the graduate and undergraduate programs in Mathematics at OSU .

+ Demonstrated track record of effective service to the department, university, and profession.

+ Demonstrated potential to secure external funding

For Professor:

+ PhD in Mathematics, or closely related field.

+ Eligible to be appointed as full Professor rank upon arrival at OSU .

+ Established program of research activity in an area that complements and strengthens the Department of Mathematics at OSU .

+ Demonstrated distinction in developing, conducting, and disseminating high-quality research.

+ Demonstrated distinction for teaching and mentoring excellence and commitment to equitable student success which can benefit the graduate and undergraduate programs in Mathematics at OSU .

+ Demonstrated track record of distinguished service to the department, university, and profession.

+ Demonstrated record of securing external funding.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

+ Demonstrated record of excellent teaching experience at the university level in mathematics, including experience with a variety of teaching methods and/or curricular perspectives.

+ Demonstrated record of mentoring and advising undergraduate or graduate students.

+ Demonstrated ability for outreach and engagement with the community and general public.

+ Demonstrated interest in collaborative or cross-disciplinary efforts in research.

+ Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in diverse environments.

+ (Associate) Demonstrated record of securing external funding for research and student support.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/174562

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09562UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 11/17/2025

Full Consideration Date 01/15/2026

Closing Date 03/15/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 15, 2026.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV;

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position;

3) Statement of Research (Upload as Statement of Research); and

4) Statement of Teaching (Upload as Statement of Teaching).

Letters of Reference are required for this position. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

For additional information please contact:

Deanne Murray

[email protected]

(541) 737-5132

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/174681

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.