Research Assistant Professor



University of South Carolina




Department: CAS Mathematics



Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.



Part/Full Time: Full Time



About UofSC






Diversity Statement






Advertised Job Summary


As part of the new Bridge to Faculty Program at the University of South Carolina, the Department of Mathematics seeks a faculty fellow in the field of Mathematics that aligns with the expertise of existing faculty members to begin in Fall 2024. This two-year program is intended to lead to a tenure-track position in the Department.In keeping with the University's commitment to “cultivating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus where every individual has the opportunity to flourish and thrive,” the Bridge to Faculty Program is designed to attract and retain promising scholars to the University of South Carolina with an emphasis on outreach to underrepresented early-career scholars. Specifically, the program seeks to recruit early-career scholars who, if successful during the program, will have the opportunity to transition to a tenure-track faculty appointment at USC at the start of the 2026-2027 academic year. As a member of the 2nd cohort of Bridge to Faculty Fellows from across the university, the Fellow will have a home in Mathematics alongside a dynamic group of scholars. With the additional support of USC's Office of Access and Opportunity and Provost's Office, Faculty Fellows will have access to institutional resources designed to support their readiness for a tenure-track position.The Faculty Fellow will be expected to: (1) teach one course per year at any level in the Department of Mathematics; (2) develop a robust program of research in Mathematics; (2) meet regularly with faculty mentors; (3) participate in professional development opportunities; and (4) participate in the intellectual life of the Department of Mathematics and the University.



Required Education and Experience


PhD in Mathematics or related field completed between July 1, 2019, and the start date of employment August 16,2024.



Preferred Qualifications


PhD



Job Close Date






Special Instructions to Applicant


Applications must be submitted through the University’s online employment system (USCJobs) at
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/158628 as well as via MathJobs. A completed application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of research plans, and statement of teaching philosophy. In addition, four letters of recommendation should be made available through MathJobs. One of the letters should appraise the candidate’s teaching ability. (If the candidate has not yet defended their dissertation, the letter from the dissertation director should confirm that the PhD will be completed by August 15, 2024). To ensure full consideration, application material must be received by December 31, 2023. If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please contact Matthew Boylan, Search Committee Chair, boylan@math.sc.edu.


Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.



To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/161699





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