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Associate/Full Professor and Chair, Department of Mathematics, Prescott Campus

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ Inc.

Prescott, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott Campus, invites applications for the position of Associate or Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Mathematics. This is a full-time, 12-month position, with a preferred start date of July 2026.


The Department of Mathematics is currently home to 17 full time faculty members, and offers two BS degrees in Data Science and Simulation Science, Gaming and Animation. The department also delivers a large number of courses in service of other majors, particularly Engineering and Aviation Science.

About us

For nearly 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.

Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.

Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence-and help shape the future of aerospace.

Click here to take a virtual tour of the Prescott Campus!

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

  • Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

  • Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution - with no vesting period.

  • Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

  • PhD in mathematics or closely related field, experience commensurate with appointment at the level of associate or full professor.

  • Applicants in all fields of mathematics are encouraged to apply, especially those with expertise that complement the Data Science and/or Simulation Science programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong record of teaching at a STEM university

  • Prior administrative experience

  • Candidate incorporates undergraduate students in their research

  • Collaborative team player

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311563. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online.

Complete submissions include the following application items combined into a single PDF packet:

  • Cover letter.

  • Curriculum Vitae.

  • Teaching Philosophy.

  • Administration Philosophy.

  • Current and Future Research.

  • Names and contact information of 3-5 professional references.

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions - including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment - based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.

Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.

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