Western Carolina University
Assistant Professor - Mathematics - #001328
Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, North Carolina, United States, 28723
Position Details
The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Western Carolina University is inviting applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematics with a specialization in Secondary Mathematics Education. The position at the rank of Assistant Professor will begin in August 2026. This is a nine-month, academic year position. The candidate for this position should expect to: Teach undergraduate methods courses to support the secondary mathematics education program Teach additional service courses offered by the Department Mentor and supervise students during their internship experiences Work with a team of colleagues to recruit and retain secondary mathematics majors as part of an ongoing National Science Foundation Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has 28 full-time faculty and supports undergraduate programs in mathematics, mathematics education, and computer science. The mathematics program has concentrations in actuarial science, applied mathematics, data science, mathematics education and traditional mathematics. The typical teaching load averages 9 credit hours per semester. Class enrollments range from 35 in freshman level courses to the teens for upper-level courses. WCU students are actively engaged in undergraduate research, contests, and extracurricular activities. More information about the department is available at
www.mathcs.wcu.edu . Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must have an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D) in mathematics education, mathematics, or a closely related field of study. This must include at least 18 semester hours of graduate level mathematics content courses from an appropriately accredited institution by August 1, 2026. Demonstrated dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service is expected. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants who have professional experience related to mathematics teaching and learning at the secondary level. Position Type Permanent Full-Time Posting Details Open Date: 10/08/2025 • Close Date: Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Applications received before December 3rd, 2025 will receive full consideration.
Please include the following: A cover letter which briefly addresses the candidate’s interest in the position. This should include specific information on how the candidate meets the stated qualifications. A list of 3 professional references with complete contact information. Unofficial transcripts showing degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s degree level and higher. A brief statement regarding teaching experience (at the post-secondary and/or secondary level). A brief statement describing research interests/scholarly activities with future goals. For questions or additional information please contact Nathan Borchelt, Chair of the Search Committee, at
naborchelt@wcu.edu . *All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state Degree Awarded, Degree Conferred or a similar phrase. For candidates who are ABD, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with your master’s degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master’s degree transcript must have a notation such as Degree Awarded, Degree Conferred or similar phrase, to verify it as your highest completed degree. Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at
University Annual Safety Report
or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety. Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae List of references Unofficial Transcripts Other Document Research Statement Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Western Carolina University is inviting applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematics with a specialization in Secondary Mathematics Education. The position at the rank of Assistant Professor will begin in August 2026. This is a nine-month, academic year position. The candidate for this position should expect to: Teach undergraduate methods courses to support the secondary mathematics education program Teach additional service courses offered by the Department Mentor and supervise students during their internship experiences Work with a team of colleagues to recruit and retain secondary mathematics majors as part of an ongoing National Science Foundation Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has 28 full-time faculty and supports undergraduate programs in mathematics, mathematics education, and computer science. The mathematics program has concentrations in actuarial science, applied mathematics, data science, mathematics education and traditional mathematics. The typical teaching load averages 9 credit hours per semester. Class enrollments range from 35 in freshman level courses to the teens for upper-level courses. WCU students are actively engaged in undergraduate research, contests, and extracurricular activities. More information about the department is available at
www.mathcs.wcu.edu . Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must have an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D) in mathematics education, mathematics, or a closely related field of study. This must include at least 18 semester hours of graduate level mathematics content courses from an appropriately accredited institution by August 1, 2026. Demonstrated dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service is expected. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants who have professional experience related to mathematics teaching and learning at the secondary level. Position Type Permanent Full-Time Posting Details Open Date: 10/08/2025 • Close Date: Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Applications received before December 3rd, 2025 will receive full consideration.
Please include the following: A cover letter which briefly addresses the candidate’s interest in the position. This should include specific information on how the candidate meets the stated qualifications. A list of 3 professional references with complete contact information. Unofficial transcripts showing degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s degree level and higher. A brief statement regarding teaching experience (at the post-secondary and/or secondary level). A brief statement describing research interests/scholarly activities with future goals. For questions or additional information please contact Nathan Borchelt, Chair of the Search Committee, at
naborchelt@wcu.edu . *All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript of their highest attained degree, showing all completed coursework and the date the degree was conferred. The transcript must state Degree Awarded, Degree Conferred or a similar phrase. For candidates who are ABD, please submit your most recent doctoral program transcript along with your master’s degree transcript, if you hold such a degree. The master’s degree transcript must have a notation such as Degree Awarded, Degree Conferred or similar phrase, to verify it as your highest completed degree. Background/E-Verify Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. EOE Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu. University Safety The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at
University Annual Safety Report
or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety. Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae List of references Unofficial Transcripts Other Document Research Statement Optional Documents Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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