Position Announcement

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Oakland University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of discrete mathematics.

Responsibilities of the position include teaching, research, and contribution to the department's collaborative efforts with industry. For appointment, candidates must have a Ph.D. in discrete mathematics or a closely related field (or its requirements completed) by August 15, 2002.

The primary selection criteria will be an applicant's potential for quality research and effective teaching in support of the Department's instructional responsibilities. Amongst applicants who are found highly qualified with respect to these criteria, preference will be given to those with strong research pontential in applied discrete mathematics and evidence of experiences and/or potential in developing research links, funding, and student internships with industry or government.

Send application letter, vita, transcripts, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:

J. Curtis Chipman, Chair, Discrete Mathematics Search Committee
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan 48309-4485

[Phone: (248) 370-3440, Fax: (248) 370-4184, Email: chipman@oakland.edu ]

In the application letter, include the names and email addresses of those providing letters of reference. Applicants are also encouraged to submit additional materials that are specifically relevent to their qualifications and the stated selection criteria.

Applications should be complete by February 15, 2002 to ensure full consideration.

Oakland University is a vital, growing public institution with approximately 15,000 students, offering baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral programs. A Ph.D. in Applied Mathematical Sciences has recently been implemented; the current enrollment is 14; and the Applied Discrete Specialization is one of the three primary tracks. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has 27 full-time faculty members whos have research strengths in pure and applied mathematical sciences. The Department also offers baccalaureate degrees in mathematics and statistics and master's degrees in mathematics, industrial and applied mathematics, and applied statistics. Further information about the department and the current research interest of its faculty can be obtained at its website http://www.math.oakland.edu .

Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Lasted updated 29th October 2001 by Eddie Cheng