Assistant Professor

General Description of the Position Division of Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, and Computer Science (PEMaCS) - Mathematical Sciences at Delaware State University seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics/Data Science/Machine Learning/Electrical Engineering or related fields with preference to Data Science and Machine Learning. The Mathematical Sciences Program offers undergraduate degrees in Mathematics, Mathematics with Data Analysis, and Mathematics Education; master’s degrees in applied mathematics; and PhD in Interdisciplinary Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Physics. Delaware State University (DSU), a historically black university with a diverse faculty and student body, has a student population of approximately 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students. DSU is located in Dover, Delaware. Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

1. Teach (on campus) graduate and undergraduate data science courses, as well mathematics courses.
2. Actively apply for external funding for research and educational activities.
3. Advise graduate and undergraduate students
4. Maintain an active research agenda that engages students.
5. Serve the Department, College, and University on Committees and in other roles Qualification Standards

1. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
2. Evidence of the ability to effectively teach students of varying abilities.
3. Evidence of the ability to effectively conduct research and write grants.
4. Experience with student diversity.

Performance Standards & EEO Statement The criteria for evaluation in this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the DSU Fundamentals.
2. DSU-AAUP CBA requirements.
3. Demonstrated excellence in the areas of teaching and research.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit the Delaware State University Benefits Page and the State of Delaware benefits page. EEO Statement

Delaware State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin, color, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or disability, veteran or military status, gender identity or genetic information. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The University is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other employment practices.

Equal opportunity employer/program'' and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities''.