Mailing Address:
Tennessee Tech University
Mathematics Department
110 University Drive
Box 5054
Cookeville, TN 38505
Phone: (931) 372-3441
Fax: (931) 372-6353
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Location: Bruner Hall 235
Faculty Position beginning August 2013
Applications are invited for one tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor, in the area of algebra, beginning August, 2013. A Ph.D. in mathematics is required by August 1, 2013. Area of research must be in algebra.
The candidate must have evidence of high quality teaching and a strong promise in research. Preference will be given to candidates who can complement the research activities of current faculty and/or who meet the teaching needs of the department. Duties include teaching a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, including abstract algebra, linear algebra, algebraic geometry, and related areas, engaging in scholarly activities, participating in course and curriculum development, directing graduate students in our Master’s program, and providing public or professional service. A standard teaching load is three courses per semester. Review of applications will begin on January 18, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
All applicants must apply online at www.tntech.edu/jobs and will be required to electronically upload a cover letter, CV, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), and names and email addresses of 3 professional references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation. 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. Brian O’Connor, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Mathematics, Box 5054, Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, TN, 38505. You may contact him at 931-372-3570 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more information about Tennessee Tech and Cookeville, visit www.tntech.edu or the math department web site at www.math.tntech.edu. A departmental representative will be in attendance at the Joint Meetings in San Diego.
TTU Mathematics
Given two separate fixed volumes of some liquid, how would you design a pair of containers to store this liquid using the least amount of material possible? The answer is a double bubble and this fact was discovered only a little more than a decade ago. In fact, the solution required the use of modern computer technology. If this sort of cutting-edge mathematical question interests you, check out Tennessee Tech’s Math Department.
An Incredible Program
Tennessee Tech’s Math Department not only provides you with a thorough foundation in all of the major branches of mathematics but gives you the freedom to study mathematical areas that interest you the most. Professors frequently educate students on the connections between mathematics and computer science, physics, chemistry, engineering, biology, earth sciences, and business. Along with opportunities for undergraduate research, participation in math competitions, and presentations of mathematical topics, students can get the type of background employers and graduate schools look for.
A Unique Experience
The Math Department offers a wide variety of upper-division courses, many of which are electives to suit students’ interests. With small class sizes for most of these upper-division courses, you will get personal attention from experts in their field.
A Bright Future
The Math Department features five optional tracks of study: actuarial, applied mathematics, pure mathematics, mathematics education, and statistics. Our graduates are well-prepared to pursue a wide variety of careers. Some of our recent graduates are currently working in the areas of national defense, NASA, hospital administration, research, and teaching. Whatever your goals may be, Tennessee Tech’s Math Department can help you get there.
