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AssistantAssociate Professor of Mathematics
Job Location:
Job Location:
Daytona Beach, FL - USA
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Posted:
14 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
11 August 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Bethune-Cookman University
Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Mathematics
Division: College of Science Engineering and Mathematics Department of Mathematics and Physics
Reporting Structure: 1) Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Physics; 2) Dean of the College of Science Engineering and Mathematics; and 3) Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs
Job Summary: This tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics position is centered on excellence in undergraduate teaching with a strong emphasis on student learning academic rigor and success across the mathematics curriculum. The faculty member is expected to teach a broad range of courses including foundational courses that support progression to calculus while maintaining high standards and providing meaningful support to students particularly those who are at risk or academically underprepared. Beyond classroom instruction the role includes student advisement mentoring recruitment and regular office hours reflecting a deep commitment to student engagement and achievement.
The position also values scholarly development and institutional service. While teaching is the primary focus candidates with a record of research and publication especially involving diverse populations are preferred and expertise in areas such as data science is viewed as an asset.
Faculty are expected to contribute actively to departmental college and university service through committee work and participation in campus activities including commencement. Overall the role seeks a faculty member who will advance teaching excellence contribute to the academic community support student success and uphold the mission of Bethune-Cookman University.
Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) is a historically black college or university (HBCU) that seeks avid scholars dedicated to excellence in teaching and research as well as the continued enhancement of the academic environment for students and colleagues. Founded by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune in 1904 B-CU is a United Methodist Church-related university offering baccalaureate and masters degrees. B-CU accomplishes its mission by providing quality instruction in an intellectually stimulating environment that nurtures the mind (intellect) the heart (transformative leadership) and the hand (service learning) according to our founders motto and the institutions seal.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Primary duties are classroom instruction of undergraduate mathematics with a commitment to student learning. Course assignments each semester may range from freshman-level liberal arts mathematics to senior-level courses.
- The full-time teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester.
- Faculty members should expect to be involved in department activities student advisement student recruitment mentoring at-risk and low-level students.
- Additional duties will include holding weekly office hours and recitations participating in departmental college or university committees/activities and attending commencement activities.
- Teaching opportunities during the summer may be available depending on enrollment. Summer assignments are not guaranteed.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Applicants should have a Ph.D. in mathematics or applied mathematics. Preference will be given to applicants with areas of specialization that complement existing faculty.
- Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching at a liberal arts school. Evidence of successful teaching at the college level is required.
- Bethune-Cookman University is specifically seeking instructors who are committed to maintaining high academic standards for courses preceding calculus and who have an interest in teaching these courses.
- Applicants who are available to teach both day and evening courses are preferred.
- Applicants who have experience with online teaching are preferred.
- A record of research and publication is preferred but not essential. Evidence of research with diverse populations is desirable.
- Experience in Data Science is desirable but not essential.
- The candidate must be prepared to affirm and support the Christian and liberal arts mission of Bethune-Cookman University.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required.
Physical Requirements: The candidate must be able to handle minor tasks associated with their position and be versed in maintaining safety regulations in laboratory environments.
The University does not discriminate on the basis of race color national and ethnic origin sex retaliation marital status religion or disability or any other applicable local state or federal regulation. Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities equal employment opportunity and Title IX matters should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at .
The university reserves the right to modify job descriptions at any time in its attempts to improve the operations of the university
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About Company
On October 3, 1904, an exceptional young Black woman, Mary McLeod Bethune, opened the Daytona Literary and Industrial Training School for Negro Girls—what would become Bethune-Cookman University—with $1.50, faith in God and five little girls, along with Dr. Bethune’s son, Albert. ... View more
