Mathematics & Statistics (Assistant Professor)

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Job Description

• Teach a variety of upper-level courses in one or more of the following areas: data science, mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics primarily in an in-person format.
• Teach a variety of lower-level courses offered by the Department primarily in an in-person format.
• Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.
• Support Winona State University's mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.
• Teach courses using a modern curriculum and innovative methods (e.g. incorporating discipline specific technology, tactile activities, flipped classrooms, project-based learning, etc.).
• Contribute to the continued improvement of the curriculum in one or more of the following areas: data science, mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics.
• Supervise student research projects, student internships, or student teaching / field experiences.
   

Salary Range: $64,963 (Asst) - $186,620; Commensurate with Rank, Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D in Data Science, Mathematics, or Statistics, or PhD in Mathematics Education with a 6-12 teaching licensure with an anticipated completion date before August 2026.
• Experience teaching an undergraduate course as the primary instructor or as a teaching assistant in one or more of the following areas: data science, mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics
   

Preferred Qualification 

• Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level as the primary instructor in one or more of the following areas: data science, mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics.
• Demonstrated ability to teach lower-level courses in two or more of the following areas: data science, mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics.
• Evidence of a commitment to continually improve the curriculum offered by the Department.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise student research projects, student internships, or student teaching / field experiences.
• Experience in the practical applications of data science, mathematics, or statistics, or experience teaching mathematics or statistics in a 6-12 classroom setting as the instructor of record.
• Evidence of a commitment to outreach (e.g. develop partnerships with industry or school districts, recruit students, and promote the programs offered by the Department, etc.).
• Evidence of strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with colleagues.
   

Other Requirements

1. The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time

2. A complete online application will include the following:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
• Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• A list of professional references with contact information
• At least three (3) letters of reference.Please advise persons providing letters of reference of Minnesota’s open record law which can make such letters available to applicants upon request.Letters can be sent to jobs@winona.edu.
   

Posting Information:

Application Deadline: Review begins April 1, 2026

Appointment Date: August 17, 2026

Primary Location: Winona, MN

Type of Appointment: Probationary/Tenure-Track

Telework (Yes/No) No

About the Department

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Winona State University offers undergraduate degrees in mathematics, data science, mathematics education, and statistics. The Department includes a total of 17 faculty members who are responsible for teaching a wide variety of lower-division and upper-division courses. Winona State University has consistently earned a spot on the Princeton Review’s coveted “Best in the Midwest” list - Winona State is the only university in the Minnesota State Colleges and University system to make this list. For more information about our department and our mathematics program, see https://www.winona.edu/academics/colleges/science-engineering/mathematics-statistics-department/

About Winona State University

Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 96.97 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. U.S. News recognized Winona State as having top-ranking undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, psychology, business, and computer science. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU’s Rochester campus is located in Minnesota’s third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) which can be found at https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/relations.html

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The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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