Job Details

Job Summary

The Mathematics Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking a full?time, tenure?track Assistant Professor in mathematics education with appointment beginning August 17, 2026.

Position Details

• Rank: Assistant Professor (higher ranks may be considered).
• Salary Range: $97,788 $107,628.
• University Hiring Cycle: Semester calendar, operating out of August 2026.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate mathematics courses for future elementary and secondary teachers.
• Develop and maintain an active scholarship program that provides research and practical experiences for undergraduate students.
• Serve in departmental and university service activities, including committee service, student advising, and building industry relationships.
• Participate in the universitys teacher?scholar model, including peer?reviewed research, conference presentations, grant development, and publication.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mathematics Education or closely related field AND Masters degree in Mathematics (or equivalent coursework), OR Ph.D. in Mathematics with significant experience in research and teaching in mathematics education.
• Demonstrated commitment to student?centered learning and experience teaching mathematics at the university level.
• Proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
• Evidence of high quality teaching and research with students, scholarly productivity, and promotion of student, colleague, and department well?being.
• Ability to work with a diverse population, fostering a respectful, collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in an area compatible with or broadening the departments research activities (e.g., elementary mathematics education, secondary mathematics education, undergraduate mathematics education, K?12 teacher preparation, mathematics curriculum development, or active student?centered learning in mathematics classrooms).
• Interest in teaching mathematics content courses for future elementary school teachers.
• Experience supervising undergraduate student research.
• Interest in pursuing opportunities for funding or participating in grant activities with colleagues.

Special Conditions

• Mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, compliant with CSU Executive Order 1083.
• Background check (including criminal records check) required before any candidate may start work; failure to complete may result in withdrawal of the offer.
• Part?time background check policy for sensitive positions (heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position).
• Smoke & tobacco?free campus commitment.

Equal Opportunity and EEO Statement

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly complies with Title?VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title?IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section?504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, Californias Proposition?209, and other applicable state and federal anti?discrimination laws. Cal Poly is a diverse community committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment.

How to Apply

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Teaching Statement (articulating philosophy, approach, and goals)
• Research Plan (proposed agenda and expertise)
• Universal Student Success Statement (inclusive, accessible, intentional teaching approach)
• Unofficial graduate transcript(s)
• Three professional references (names and email addresses)

All documents are to be submitted online; hard copies are not accepted. Review of applications will begin November?14,?2025.