Non-Tenure Track Assistant Teaching Professor Position
Department of Mathematics
College of Science & Mathematics
Rowan University
The Department of Mathematics at Rowan University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor position, with an appointment beginning September 1, 2026.
The department seeks candidates who are deeply committed to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will teach a range of undergraduate and graduate mathematics courses. In addition to teaching, candidates are expected to make meaningful and substantive service contributions to the department and to undergraduate and graduate programs. Teaching Professors are also expected to engage in ongoing professional development to remain current in their disciplinary expertise and in evidence-based instructional practices.
The Department of Mathematics is one of six departments in the College of Science & Mathematics, which also includes the School of Earth & Environment. The department is a dynamic and growing unit offering B.A., B.S., and M.A. degrees in Mathematics, as well as B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Data Science (the latter jointly with the Department of Computer Science). The department contributes to numerous degree programs across the university and serves approximately 6,000 students annually. Faculty maintain active, externally funded research programs, cultivate strong industry partnerships, and collaborate across disciplines. The department is committed to sustaining a vibrant academic culture while delivering transformative educational experiences for students.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related discipline with a conferral date no later than July 1, 2026. Teaching Professor positions are 10-month, full-time, non-tenure-track appointments. Successful candidates will teach 24 credits over two semesters, with an option to teach overload and summer classes for additional compensation. Teaching Professor positions are renewable based on performance reviews and programmatic needs.
Complete applications will include:
- Cover letter
- Current detailed CV
- Statement of teaching philosophy that includes the candidate’s commitment to teaching and mentoring practices that foster an environment where all students are valued and supported
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
- Names and contact information for at least three references; confidential letters will be requested if an application is moved forward
Review of applications will commence on March 20th, 2026 and continue until suitable candidates have been identified. Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system at https://jobs.rowan.edu/en-us/listing/.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
For eligible employees, benefits include comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouses and dependents).
For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/
SALARY
In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is:
- Assistant Teaching Professor: Ranges 21, 24
with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. Please visit this link to view all respective ranges listed above: https://www.cnjscl.org/Library/CNJSCL_FT-PT_2023-2027_Salary_Charts-Approved.pdf
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Umashanger Thayasivam, Head of Department of Mathematics, at thayasivam@rowan.edu.
A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan is the fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the nation’s top 10, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here.