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Position Details
Proposed Start Date
03/16/2027
Rank
CT - Teaching Assistant Professor
Working Title
Teaching Assistant Professor
Position Number
D97363
Representation
AU - AAUP
Faculty Type
Non-Tenure Track Continuous
Fixed Term End Date:
Position FTE
1
Term of Service
9 month
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Portland State University seeks to make a non-tenure-track continuous appointment (NTTF-CA) at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate the calculus sequence and deliver excellent instruction in algebra and calculus courses. We warmly welcome candidates with a background and expertise in mathematics education. As a university committed to developing a diverse faculty, we are especially interested in candidates from underrepresented groups and in individuals with experience working with diverse student populations.
The position description is incorporated by reference into the Notice of Appointment, consistent with the practices outlined for non-tenure-track faculty in the current PSU-AAUP collective bargaining agreement (Article 18 Section 2).
Primary Activity
I - Instructional
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Mathematics Education, Mathematics, or a closely related field in hand at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Key Cultural Competencies

• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Professional Standards of Conduct
At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respect ul, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $92,148 and $96,000, but may be negotiated above this range dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.
Application Instructions
Additional Information
We aim to recruit faculty with experience in, or a willingness to learn and apply, evidence-based and culturally responsive teaching practices to address diverse learning styles and build students' sense of belonging. Your Statement of Teaching Philosophy should reflect such experience or willingness, and describe your philosophy of teaching, teaching experience, and interests.
Your writing sample should be a statement of inclusion. The purpose of this statement is to identify candidates who have professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance our campus equity and inclusion efforts in alignment with the PSU President's strategic priority of Acting on Equity and Racial Justice. This statement should discuss your past activities and experience as well as your plans to advance equity and inclusion, in alignment with PSU's mission, through your research, teaching, and/or service. Please provide examples from your own experience, which might include (but are not limited to) the following activities: mentoring; teaching and curriculum; professional activities; committee or board service; research, scholarship, or creative activity; other (such as recruitment, outreach, retention, community-based work).
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
As soon as you submit your application, your references will be emailed a link to upload their letters of recommendation.
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required
Yes
If you have questions
Please email the search committee chair, Steven Boyce at sboyce@pdx.edu.
Search Details
Posting Close Date
10/31/2026
Projected Close Date for Posting
Closes
Application screening begins
11/01/2026
Will you consider an ABD applicant for this position?
Yes
If yes, when must the degree be earned?
No later than the start date of the appointment
If necessary, would you be willing to sponsor the succcessful applicant for permanent US residence, now or in the future?
No