Visiting Assistant Professor

The Department of Mathematics at Clarkson University invites applications for a one to two-year, full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position. We seek a dynamic and collegial scholar committed to excellence in both teaching and research. The ideal candidate will have expertise in applied data science and statistics, with the ability to contribute across a range of undergraduate and graduate courses.

Clarkson University is a nationally recognized research institution known for its focus on technology, innovation, and sustainable solutions to real-world challenges. The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative department dedicated to high-impact teaching, student-centered learning, and interdisciplinary research.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Teaching a 3+3 course load per academic year (three courses each semester), including undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics and statistics such as Introduction to Data Science, Theoretical Statistics, and Bayesian Analysis.
• Advising and mentoring students through project-based learning and research.
• Engaging in scholarly activity and collaborative research aligned with departmental interests.
• Participating in departmental and university service activities.

• Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field by the start date.
  • Experience:
    • Demonstrated potential or experience in effective undergraduate teaching.
    • Experience teaching graduate-level statistics or data science is a plus.
  • Skills:
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
    • Ability to explain complex mathematical and statistical concepts clearly and accessibly.
    • Commitment to inclusive teaching and student success.

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records