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New River Community College

Applied Mathematics/Experimental Faculty in the Department of Mathematics

New River Community College, University Park, Texas, United States

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Overview

The Department of Mathematics at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park Campus, State College, PA, USA) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Applied Mathematics, with an expected experimental component to join the William G. Pritchard Fluids Laboratory. The anticipated starting date is Summer or Fall 2026. Duties include research, teaching, supervision of undergraduate and graduate student research, and service to the university and the profession. The successful candidate should demonstrate the potential to develop a strong, independent research program and to excel in teaching and mentorship at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Qualifications

Competitive applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor will possess a Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Mathematics or a closely related field before beginning employment at Penn State. Candidates for the rank of Associate Professor should have the same basic qualifications, plus a strong track record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service. Candidates for Full Professor should have the same basic qualifications, plus a distinguished record of research publications, funding, teaching, and service nationally or internationally.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to research excellence, teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise student research, and provide service to the department and broader community. The appointment includes responsibilities in developing and maintaining an active, externally funded research program and participating in departmental activities and collaborations.

Application Process

Applications submitted electronically by November 2, 2025 will receive full consideration. Applicants should complete the Penn State application for REQ_0000072395 and also submit an application through mathjobs.org with the following materials: Cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) including: summary of research vision and goals, potential collaborations, and alignment with the department and institution; and a short summary of significant accomplishments. Curriculum Vitae (including a full publication list). Research statement (maximum 5 pages). Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages). Four reference letters, one addressing teaching experience and effectiveness in detail (uploaded by the letter writers in the mathjobs application). Contact information for questions: Professor Paul Milewski (ppm5454@psu.edu) or Professor Andrew Belmonte (alb18@psu.edu).

Department and Facilities

The Mathematics Department at Penn State has strengths in pure and applied mathematics, with groups in number theory, dynamical systems, geometry, algebra, analysis and PDEs, applied mathematics, and numerical analysis. The department hosts several research centers, including the Anatole Katok Center for Dynamical Systems and Geometry, the Center for Computational Mathematics and Applications, the Center for Mathematical Biology, and the William G. Pritchard Fluids Dynamics Laboratory. The William G. Pritchard Fluids Lab is a well-established, spacious experimental facility housed within the Math Department and includes a full-time machine shop.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children. For more information, please review the Benefits Page. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you require accommodations in the application process, please contact the university.

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