The Department of Mathematics is seeking applicants to fill two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor of Statistics beginning August 1, 2027. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in mathematics or statistics with a strong mathematical background from an accredited institution by the start date. For information about the department, please see http://www.tntech.edu/cas/math/. Review of applications will begin on December 15th, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Tennessee Technological University, located in Cookeville, Tennessee, is a comprehensive public university serving approximately 11,000 students. Ranked as one of America’s Top Colleges by Forbes, Tennessee Tech is currently classified as a Carnegie R2 research university and its research enterprise is rapidly progressing. The university offers a strong balance of high-quality STEM programs, professional studies, and the arts. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 16.5:1, Tennessee Tech provides a close-knit academic community while supporting nationally recognized research and outreach initiatives. The Department of Mathematics has 25 faculty specializing in areas from number theory to artificial intelligence. The Department offers both bachelor’s and master’s programs, with undergraduate concentrations in actuarial science, applied mathematics, pure mathematics, statistics and data science, and math for secondary education. For more information, please see http://www.tntech.edu/cas/math/.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate the ability to teach, develop, and implement courses related to one’s curricular area and serve the overall teaching needs of the department. Maintain an active research agenda in Statistics and related fields. Supervise graduate student research projects. Demonstrate the willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the Mathematics Department and the greater campus community.
Special Instructions
The application process is maintained online at https://jobs.tntech.edu. Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter, CV, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to StatSearch27@tntech.edu. At least one letter of recommendation should address the applicant’s teaching skills. Additionally, applicants are required to submit a statement describing their teaching experience and philosophy as well as a statement of research. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Questions can be directed to: Dr. David Smith, Search Committee, Department of Mathematics, Box 5054, Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, TN, 38505. You may contact Dr. David Smith at 931-372-3568 or ddsmith@tntech.edu.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa or permanent residency, either now or in the future, for this position.
Tennessee Tech University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
