Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Position Information

Position Information


Posting Number
F00383


Position Title
Assistant Professor of Mathematics


Division
Academic Affairs Division


Department Name
Mathematical Sciences


Position Type
Faculty


Position Overview


The Mathematical Sciences Department at Rhode Island College seeks a teacher-scholar committed to excellence in undergraduate education. The department offers Bachelor's Degrees in Mathematics and Data Science and a Master's in Mathematical Studies , serving majors as well as students from education, business, and general education programs. The successful candidate will teach a range of undergraduate courses, including general education, foundational courses, and ideally, a willingness to teach undergraduate probability and statistics. Responsibilities include advising and mentoring majors, contributing to department and college service, and collaborating across subdisciplines in the department. Founded in 1854, RIC is a teaching-focused, primarily undergraduate institution of approximately 6,600 students located in suburban Providence. We proudly serve a diverse student body-over 40% students of color and more than 45% first-generation students-and are a federally designatedHispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Rhode Island offers a high quality of life with access to beaches, natural areas, and the cultural resources of Providence, Boston, and New York.

Essential Duties

• Teach a range of courses offered by the Mathematical Sciences Department, including general education courses and foundational courses.
• Advise students majoring in programs offered by Mathematical Sciences.
• Engage in scholarly research and professional activities.
• Participate in required College and Departmental activities and service.

Occasional Duties

• Teach other courses as appropriate.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chair.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Must possess effective technical, oral and written communications and management/organizational skills.
• Must possess the ability to work with students and colleagues.
• Willingness to serve in faculty committee work as part of the RIC shared governance model.

Required Qualifications

Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics, conferred by August 15, 2026.


Preferred Qualifications


College teaching experience.

Environmental Conditions


The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.


Position Details


FLSA
Exempt


Full Time / Part Time
Full-time


Proposed Compensation


Assistant Professor - $64,631.35
May be eligible for additional compensation based on prior collegiate level or industry specific experience.

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:

• Health and Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Incentives and Rewards
• Paid time Off - Vacation, Sick & Holiday
• Retirement Benefits
• Disability and Insurance Benefits
• Education Benefits - Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI

For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits .

Reports to (Title)
Department Chair


Academic or Calendar Year
Academic


Position Status
Limited term 3 year


End of Temporary or Limited Position
06/30/2029


Collective Bargaining Unit
RIC/AFT

Posting Information


Number of Positions Available
1


Application Posting Date
06/09/2026


Application Closing Date

Special Instructions

• Priority given to those who apply by June 26, 2026.
• Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.
• In the teaching philosophy, candidates should describe their teaching experience, and feel free to discuss challenges and successes that they may have experienced in the classroom.
• Upon hire, candidate will be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC.

EEO Statement


Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful engagement for all community members.