The Department of Mathematics at the University of Mary Washington invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 16, 2009.  A Ph.D. in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics is required.  Candidates must be committed to excellence in teaching and professional growth in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. 

Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in applied mathematics.  The successful candidate will play a major role in the further development of our emerging applied mathematics program aimed at preparing students for future jobs in government and industry.  The department offers many opportunities for advanced students and we seek candidates who can complement our offerings.

The University of Mary Washington is a selective, state-supported, primarily undergraduate university with approximately 4,000 students, located halfway between Washington, DC and Richmond, Virginia.  Visit the University’s web page at www.umw.edu and the Department’s web page at www.umw.edu/cas/math/ for more information.

A complete application consists of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, copies of graduate transcripts, a statement on teaching philosophy, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation.  To apply for this position, please visit http://careers.umw.edu.  Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.

In addition, the three letters of recommendation should be sent to:

Keith E. Mellinger, Chair
Department of Mathematics
University of Mary Washington
1301 College Avenue, Trinkle Hall
Fredericksburg, VA 22401-5300

 

To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 p.m., Friday, December 5, 2008.

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Mary Washington actively encourages women and minorities to apply.