Employment Opportunities

Tenure-track/tenured positions

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at The Ohio State University anticipates having several tenured and tenure track positions beginning Autumn Quarter 2009. We are interested in all areas of pure and applied math, including mathematical biology and financial mathematics. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in mathematics (or related area) and to present evidence of excellence in teaching and research. Further information about the department can be found at http://www.math.ohio-state.edu.

All candidates should apply online at http://www.mathjobs.org. If you cannot apply online, please contact facultysearch@math.ohio-state.edu or write to:

Hiring Committee
Department of Mathematics
The Ohio State University
231 W. 18th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210

Applications will be considered on a continuing basis, but the annual review process begins November 17, 2008.

To build a diverse workforce, Ohio State encourages applications from minorities, veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities. Flexible work options available. EEO/AA Employer.

Postdoctoral positions

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at The Ohio State University anticipates having several Hans J. Zassenhaus Assistant Professorships and Arnold Ross Assistant Professorships beginning in Autumn Quarter 2009. The teaching load for a Zassenhaus Assistant Professor in the first year is 2-1-1 (two courses in the autumn quarter and one course in each of the winter and spring quarters). In the second and third years the teaching load is 2-2-1. The teaching load for a Ross Assistant Professor is 3-2-2. These term positions are renewable annually for up to a total of three years Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in mathematics and to present evidence of excellence in teaching and research. Further information on the department can be found at http://www.math.ohio-state.edu.

All candidates should apply online at http://www.mathjobs.org. If you cannot apply online, please contact facultysearch@math.ohio-state.edu or write to:

Hiring Committee
Department of Mathematics
The Ohio State University
231 W. 18th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210

Applications will be considered on a continuing basis, but the annual review process begins November 17, 2008.

To build a diverse workforce, Ohio State encourages applications from minorities, veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities. Flexible work options available. EEO/AA Employer.

Mathematical Biosciences

To be announced

Mathematical Biology/Evolution and Ecology

To be announced

Elementary and Middle-school Education teaching faculty positions

The Department of Mathematics in the College of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at The Ohio State University has one teaching faculty position available. The initial appointment will be for a one-year term, but will be renewable annually on a continuing basis, contingent on favorable annual reviews.

Candidates should have specific interest and experience in teaching mathematics courses for pre-service elementary and middle school teachers, and in the development and redesign of courses in this area.

Candidates are expected to have a Master’s degree in mathematics and a Ph.D. in mathematics or mathematics education. They should present evidence of excellence in teaching. Prior experience with teacher education is also desirable. Although the position is primarily a teaching position, candidates with an active research program in mathematics or mathematics education are welcome to apply. Insofar as possible, the Mathematics Department will support continuation of the applicant’s research program. Further information on the department can be found at http://www.math.ohio-state.edu.

All candidates should apply online at http://www.mathjobs.org. Applicants must also have at least three letters of recommendation.

If you are unable to submit online, please send your materials to:

Hiring Committee for Teaching Faculty
Department of Mathematics
The Ohio State University
231 W. 18th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210

Review of applications will begin October 31, 2008. Please direct inquiries to facultysearch@math.ohio-state.edu.

To build a diverse workforce, Ohio State encourages applications from minorities, veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities. Flexible work options available. EEO/AA Employer.


Last updated by Alexander Leibman on 08/14/08