Appointment Type: Non-Tenure (Temporary)
State Title: Assistant Professor
Bargaining Unit: AFT
Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time
Expected Term: Start Date: 1/9/2027 - End Date: 6/11/2027
Compensation: Range 22/$86,720.75 - $93,659.67
About TCNJ
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.
Position Overview:
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at The College of New Jersey invites applications for a one-semester, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or Statistics starting January 25, 2027, to be renewed for at least one more year.
We are seeking broadly trained applicants from all areas of the mathematical and statistical sciences who are strongly committed to high-quality teaching and deep student engagement in a primarily undergraduate, residential, liberal arts-centered institution. The successful candidate should be able to teach a variety of courses at the introductory and mid-levels of the undergraduate curriculum to both majors and non-majors, such as Introduction to Functions, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Calculus for Business and the Social Sciences, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra, (Introduction to) Statistics, Applied Statistics for Social Scientists and Statistical Inference & Probability.
Required Qualifications:
- The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. (or A.B.D. status) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field; demonstrated excellence in teaching; and a strong commitment to the education of undergraduates. Teaching responsibilities will include 24 semester hours an academic year, which is equivalent to approximately 3 to 4 courses a semester. The position also carries standard departmental service as assigned by the chair.
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.
Employer Qualifications
Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).
Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.
Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
- Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
- Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
- Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee affinity groups
- New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
- Access to extensive learning opportunities
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!
How to Apply
To apply, candidates should submit the items listed below through mathjobs.org.
- A cover letter,
- Curriculum vita,
- Statement of teaching philosophy, and
- At least two letters of recommendation.
We encourage applicants to submit letters of recommendation that address their teaching experience and effectiveness.
Semi-finalists may be required to submit copies of their undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Final offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.
The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.
