Job Description

Summary of Position
The College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics invites applications for Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in Mathematics and Statistics. The program is looking for a faculty member with expertise preferably in statistics, combinatorics/graph theory, or data science. The faculty member will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses; pursue appropriate scholarship, and participate in department, college and university service activities.The program is looking for an outstanding faculty member with a strong commitment to teaching, research, and service to the University, community, and the profession. Our Department is particularly interested in individuals with a passion for working with undergraduate and master level students.



Faculty members are encouraged to develop innovative teaching methods and educational enrichment activities.

Position Information
Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.


Ability to contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching.


An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.


As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University’s mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU’s culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education.


Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.

Qualifications and Competencies
Qualifications and Competencies

Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None



Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Mathematics or Statistics earned or to be completed by August 15, 2025.



Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrate a strong interest in undergraduate scholarship, evidence of excellent teaching, and commitment to conducting scholarly research. Although all areas of mathematics and statistics will be considered, preference will be given to candidates whose research area is statistics, data science, or combinatorics/graph theory.