Assistant Professor- Teaching- Mathematics

Assistant Professor

• Teaching
• Mathematics Detroit, MI, United States | req3302 Posted on: 4/21/2026 Assistant Professor
• Teaching
• Mathematics Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor
• Teaching
• Mathematics at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan w students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. Essential functions (job duties): Teach face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online courses at the undergraduate level as determined in consultation with the Department Chair. Assist program faculty and staff with student recruitment and retention initiatives, program assessment and other duties required to meet organizational needs in undergraduate education. Participate in student advising and curriculum development. Serve on department, college, and university committees; participate in departmental activities consistent with and appropriate for good faculty citizenship. Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Terminal degree required in Mathematics or closely related field. Candidates that have not received a PhD by the start of the appointment will be hired at the level of Instructor

• Teaching.

Applications must include, 1) a curriculum vitae that includes the names, addresses, emails, and phone numbers of three references, and at least two highlighting teaching, 2) Teaching Statement, 3) Cover Letter This position will remain open until filled. For best consideration, please submit your application by April 30, 2026.

School/College/Division:

H12

• College of Liberal Arts & Science Primary department: H1216
• Mathematics Employment type: Regular Employee Job type: Full Time Job category: Academic/Faculty Funding/salary information: Compensation type: Annual Salary Salary minimum: TBD Salary hire maximum: TBD Working conditions: This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings:

Number of openings: 1 Background check requirements: University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.