Job Details

Assistant Professor Pure Mathematics

Position Number: 6664767
Location: Statesboro, GA
Position Type: Mathematics

Assistant Professor Pure Mathematics

Job ID: 291724
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

With more than 29,500 students and 150 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the new faculty hire will contribute to the Department in the area of pure mathematics, and support its mission to advance excellence in teaching, research, and service. Preference will be given to the applicants who best complement existing strengths in Algebra, Analysis, Geometry, or Number Theory. The Department offers undergraduate and graduate programs in mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics, and plays a key role in interdisciplinary research across the College of Science and Mathematics. The successful candidate will help foster a vibrant research environment, mentor students, and contribute to ongoing curricular modernization initiatives.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Department Chair, the Assistant Professor position requires excellence in teaching with a classroom instructional load as assigned by the Department Chair; mentoring graduate and undergraduate students; maintaining an active research program in pure mathematics that leads to publication in peer-reviewed journals; submitting regular applications for external funding; and providing service to the Department, college, and university at a level consistent with workload. The position is a tenure-track, academic-year (10-month) appointment.

Required Qualifications

Earned Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in pure mathematics by August 1, 2026
Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
Commitment to engaging with best-practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Postdoctoral experience at an accredited university or research institution.
Evidence of research excellence in an area of pure mathematics that complements or broadens the Department's current strengths.
Interest in mentoring undergraduate or graduate research and participating in interdisciplinary collaboration.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of:

A letter addressing the qualifications cited above (1'2 pages);
A research statement (5 pages max) mentioning Mathematics Subject Classification (https://msc2020.org);
A teaching statement (2 pages max);
A curriculum vitae; and
The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references.
Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled.
Screening of applications begins November 21, 2025, and continues until the position is filled.
Preferred start date: August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Search Chair: Yi Lin
Email: yilin@georgiasouthern.edu
Phone: 912-344-2557

Georgia Southern University
Department of Mathematical Sciences
65 Georgia Ave
P.O. Box 8093
Statesboro, GA 30460
https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/science-mathematics/departments/mathematics

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our Statement of Core Values'Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect'serves as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom as stated in Board Policy 6.5 at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All work for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the State of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the University.

Faculty are expected to contribute to a vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other on-campus responsibilities.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check and verification of credentials and employment history. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Offers are made subject to federal and state laws, University policies, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco- and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/science-mathematics/departments/mathematicsThe names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act.

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act should notify Human Resources at (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

Standard + Education

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=291724&PostingSeq=1