Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Tenure Track)

Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Tenure Track)

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Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Tenure Track)
Campus	Stockton
Department	Department of Mathematics
Posting Number	F01110
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	10/06/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The Department of Mathematics at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in statistics, beginning Fall 2027. We seek a statistician or applied mathematician who is committed to excellence in undergraduate education and who has demonstrated experience successfully working with diverse student populations. We welcome applicants working in statistics, biostatistics, statistical computing, statistical learning, data science, applied mathematics, or related areas. Priority will be given to candidates whose research interests provide opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with Pacific’s professional schools, such as the Dugoni School of Dentistry, the Long School of Pharmacy, the School of Health Sciences, and the recently announced School of Medicine (to start 2030), as well as with departments in the College of the Pacific, such as Biology. Candidates should be interested in developing collaborative research and grant activities and in involving undergraduate students in research, internships, and other experiential learning opportunities. The position carries a teaching load of five courses per academic year (typically a 3/2 semester load). In addition to teaching, Pacific faculty are expected to maintain an active research program. Faculty in the Department of Mathematics also have opportunities to participate in teaching first-year Core Seminars in the University’s General Education Program. The Department of Mathematics consists of eight full-time tenure-line faculty and five full- or part-time adjunct faculty who provide coursework in mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics for mathematics and applied mathematics majors, as well as for students across the university. The department offers a collegial and collaborative environment with opportunities for interdisciplinary teaching and research across Pacific’s undergraduate programs and professional schools.The University of the Pacific is a comprehensive, student-centered private university with its main campus located in Stockton, California. The Department of Mathematics is part of the College of the Pacific, which offers programs in the humanities, fine arts, and natural and social sciences. The Stockton campus also includes the Schools of Pharmacy, Engineering & Computer Science, and Business, as well as Benerd College and the Conservatory of Music. Pacific’s Dugoni School of Dentistry is located in San Francisco, while its School of Health Sciences and McGeorge School of Law are located in Sacramento. With a strong emphasis on undergraduate education and close faculty-student collaboration, Pacific provides faculty with opportunities to mentor students through research, internships, and other experiential learning. Pacific offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to live on our beautiful campus at below-market rental rates—helping you save time and money on your commute.
Minimum Qualifications	Earned Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field is required by August 2027. Experience in teaching undergraduate mathematics, particularly introductory statistics.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience teaching upper-division statistics courses and electives Experience teaching statistical computing, data science, statistical learning, or related courses Research interests that provide opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the university or with Pacific’s professional schools Experience involving undergraduate students in research or other experiential learning opportunities
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is an in-person role, and the successful candidate must be willing to relocate within California, preferably within 25 miles of the Stockton Pacific campus.
Hiring Range	$77,000 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Special Instructions	Applicants are required to upload the following documents to their online application: Cover letter stating qualifications and interest in the position. (Please indicate if you are planning to attend the JMM in January 2027 in Chicago.) Curriculum Vitae A teaching statement that includes concrete examples of using real-world data to teach statistics and/or applied mathematics. A statement of research interests. Additionally, applicants are required to provide contact information for two (2)professional references, with at least one (1) reference addressing teaching. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information	Christopher Goff, Chair, Department of Mathematics
Contact Email	[email protected]

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	3
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you have earned a Ph.D. in Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field by August 2027?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have experience in teaching undergraduate mathematics, particularly introductory statistics?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • CSHP Job Posting
   • ACCP Job Posting
   • Personal Referral
   • Pacific Website
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Research Program Plan

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Document 2