Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Mathematics

University of North Alabama

  • Florence, AL
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, including effective engagement both in-person and online; maintain an active program of scholarly activity, including potential involvement with undergraduate or graduate students; be willing to take an active role in curriculum development and program assessment; be familiar with current trends in mathematics education, including the use of instructional technology; and be willing to work as a collegial team member as well as a community resource when appropriate. If electronic copies of transcripts are unavailable, hard copies must be sent to: Human Resources, One Harrison Plaza, UNA Box 5043, Florence, AL, 35632 or brought to 601 Cramer Way, Room 226.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFlorence, AL

    Description

    Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Mathematics

    Salary

    Depends on Qualifications

    Location

    Florence, Alabama

    Job Type

    Faculty

    Division

    Academic Affairs

    Department

    Mathematics

    Opening Date

    09/11/2026

    FLSA

    Exempt

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    Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The posted salary and/or position title may be adjusted dependent on the successful candidate's education, experience, and unique qualifications as they relate to the position. Sponsorship is not available for any staff positions and unless otherwise indicated within the posting information is not available for most faculty positions.

    Description

    The Department of Mathematics at the University of North Alabama invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Mathematics beginning August 2027. Applicants must hold a PhD in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a related field by August 2027. Candidates with the ability to strengthen and expand our undergraduate and graduate offerings in statistics and actuarial science will receive priority. Review of applications will begin on October 30, 2026, and continue until the position has been filled. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Salary is commensurate with degree and experience. The University of North Alabama Department of Mathematics offers BA, BS, and MS degrees in Mathematics.

    Essential Job Duties

    Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses ranging from beginning to advanced levels as well as online graduate mathematics courses. The regular teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The primary responsibility of this position is high-quality instruction in both in-person and online formats.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Applicants must hold a PhD in mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, or a related field by August 2027. Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, including effective engagement both in-person and online; maintain an active program of scholarly activity, including potential involvement with undergraduate or graduate students; be willing to take an active role in curriculum development and program assessment; be familiar with current trends in mathematics education, including the use of instructional technology; and be willing to work as a collegial team member as well as a community resource when appropriate. Additional responsibilities include student recruitment and service on departmental and University committees. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with faculty and contribute to a positive learning environment.

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Please be prepared to submit a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, research statement, unofficial transcripts, and contact information (including email addresses) for three professional/academic references at the time of application. Preference will be given to those that submit complete application packets before October 30, 2026, although the position will remain open until filled.

    Official transcripts for the highest degree attained will be required of the successful candidate, however unofficial copies are accepted for the application process. If any of your graduate hours in the relevant teaching discipline are taken from a degree(s) that is not your highest attained, a transcript of that degree(s) must also be submitted. Electronic copies, if available, of unofficial transcripts may be attached under the attachment headings of Unofficial Transcript 1, Unofficial Transcript 2, etc. Electronic copies of unofficial/official transcripts may also be requested to be sent to employment@una.edu. If electronic copies of transcripts are unavailable, hard copies must be sent to: Human Resources, One Harrison Plaza, UNA Box 5043, Florence, AL, 35632 or brought to 601 Cramer Way, Room 226.

    Official transcripts must be sent directly to HR from the issuing school via email or postal mail to be considered official. Transcripts with a designation of "Issued to Student", or with the student name listed as the recipient will not be considered official. If you attended UNA, please click here to fill out an online, electronic transcript request form. Your transcripts will be delivered to HR and we will upload them to your application packet at no charge to you.

    For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256-765-4291 and select option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.

    UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed.

    Faculty Benefit Summary

    For more details regarding each benefit listed below, please visit the HR website at https://www.una.edu/humanresources/benefits or click on the links below. The benefits premiums listed below are effective March 1, 2026.

    Health Insurance

    UNA has a fully-insured group health insurance program with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama, which includes medical, prescription drug, vision, psychiatric, and substance abuse benefits for full-time university employees, and their eligible dependents. The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees.Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Health/Vision/RX - Monthly Premiums

    Tier Employee Cost UNA Cost Total Premium

    Employee $0.00 $728.36 $728.36

    +Child(ren) $423.42 $778.36 $1,201.78

    +Spouse $678.36 $778.36 $1,456.72

    +Spouse & Child(ren) $786.88 $778.36 $1,565.24

    Dental Insurance

    UNA also provides dental coverage through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees.

    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Dental - Monthly Premiums

    Tier Employee Cost UNA Cost Total Premium

    Employee $0.00 $29.61 $29.61

    Family $39.07 $29.61 $68.68

    Life Insurance

    UNA provides all eligible employees with basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. The basic life coverage level is 1.5 times the covered employees annual base salary with a maximum benefit of $400,000. Included with your basic life coverage is Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at 3 times the covered employee's annual salary. The provider for this coverage is Symetra.As a member of the Teachers Retirement System of Alabama (TRS), eligible employees have life benefits available through the TRS. Also, for eligible active employees, a death benefit of the payment of accrued sick leave is paid to the employees beneficiary by the University.

    Long-Term Disability Insurance

    This coverage provides benefits after a 90-day period of disability. The monthly benefit is 60% of the covered employee's monthly base salary not to exceed $10,000 per month. The cost for this benefit is paid in full by the University for eligible employees and the provider for this coverage is Symetra.

    Retirement Plans

    The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama (TRS) is a defined benefit plan in which participation is mandatory for eligible employees. Eligible employees are categorized by the TRS as Tier I or Tier II members.

    Rates below are effective as of October 1, 2025

    • Tier I - Employee contribution rate is 7.5% for regular employees and 8.5% for law enforcement employees.
    • Tier II - Employee contribution rate is 6.2% for regular employees and 7.0% for law enforcement employees.

    Voluntary TIAA-Cref 403(b) Plan - this retirement plan is a voluntary, supplemental, deferred compensation plan.

    Voluntary RSA-1 457 Plan - this plan is a voluntary, supplemental, deferred compensation plan offered by the Retirement Systems of Alabama.

    Supplemental (Voluntary) Benefits

    The University provide a $6.00 per month credit to eligible employees to offset the cost(s) for supplemental, voluntary benefits. All full-time regular employees are eligible for this benefit on the first day of the month following the completion of 90 days of employment.

    • Flexible Spending Accounts - HealthEquity
    • Cancer Insurance - Allstate
    • Short-Term Disability Insurance - Fort Dearborn Life
    • Life Insurance - Symetra
    • Accident Coverage - Symetra
    • Critical Illness Insurance - Symetra
    • Hospital Indemnity Coverage - Symetra
    • Vision Insurance - Vision Blue by VSP
    • Air Evac Lifeteam
    • Long-Term Care Insurance - LTCi Plans

    Remission of Tuition and Fees

    UNA provides remission of tuition to eligible employees and to their spouses and qualified dependent children.

    Paid Time Off

    Annual Leave - Faculty are not eligible for annual leave.

    Sick Leave - Full-time regular employees are entitled to 96 work hours (12 workdays) of sick leave each year at the employees regular rate of pay regardless of length of service.

    Paid Holidays - Faculty are eligible for paid holidays.

    Miscellaneous Benefits

    • University ID Card (Mane Card)
    • Athletic Ticket Discounts
    • University Bookstore Discount
    • Free Parking
    • Credit Union Membership
    • Kilby Laboratory School
    • Employee Wellness Center
    • Employee Wellness Program
    • Faculty/Staff Meal Plan
    • Travel Assistance
    • Identity Theft Assistance
    • Mental & Emotional Health Benefits
    • Terminal Degree Assistance Program

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    Do you have a PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics Education, or a related field?

    • No, I do not have a PhD nor am I enrolled in a program.
    • Yes, I have a PhD in mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education.
    • Yes, I have a PhD in a related field.
    • No, but I will hold such by the time of the appointment.
    • No, but I have a masters degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics Education, or a related field.

    Required Question

    Employer University of North Alabama

    Division Academic Affairs Address 601 Cramer Way

    Florence, Alabama, 35632

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