Open Rank Teaching Professor in Mathematics and Statistics

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Job Information: Open Rank Teaching Professor in Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Florida International University is inviting applications for an Open Rank Teaching Professor position. This 9-month, non-tenure track role is primarily based at the Modesto Maidique Campus, with a start date of August 2026.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching a variety of first-year and introductory mathematics courses, including those designed for non-science majors. A strong emphasis will be placed on utilizing evidence-based instructional practices. Teaching assignments may also include hybrid or fully online courses. The primary responsibilities of this position are teaching and service, which entail teaching four courses (12 credits) per semester and contributing service to the department, college, and university.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or Master's degree plus 4-6 years of teaching experience. The degree and experience must be in Mathematics or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 18 graduate credits in Mathematics is required for teaching certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience or training in applying evidence-based active learning-focused classroom practices.
• Proven experience teaching first-year mathematics courses at the university level.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for Job Opening ID 536836 at careers.fiu.edu. Please provide a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), and a teaching statement. The cover letter and teaching statement should articulate how your past and present experiences – encompassing teaching, industry or community engagement, and/or lived experiences – have prepared you for a successful academic teaching career. Applicants will also be requested to provide names and contact information for at least three references, who will be contacted as deemed appropriate by the search committee. For inquiries, please contact Michael Davidson, Jr. (mpdavids@fiu.edu), Chair of the Search Committee. The review of applications will commence on March 20, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should review Florida International University's immigration and visa requirements, if applicable, prior to applying: https://hr.fiu.edu/employees-affiliates/working-at-fiu/immigration-process

Key skills/competency:

• Mathematics Instruction
• Statistical Education
• Evidence-Based Pedagogy
• Active Learning Strategies
• Curriculum Development
• Higher Education Teaching
• Course Design
• Student Engagement
• Academic Service
• Quantitative Skills