Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education

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Job Summary	The Department of Mathematics at Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position to teach Mathematics Education to begin September 2026. The College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CSTEM) is one of the most exciting places to be a student at Eastern Washington University. Our students and faculty constantly work with innovating technology and ideas. CSTEM prepares students to succeed in ﬁelds such as Biology, Chemistry, Computer Programming, Data Science, Geoscience, Web Design and Computational Mathematics. The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of degrees including Bachelor’s Degrees in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Data Science and a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics. EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position. The standard workload for this position is split as 80% teaching, 20% research and service. Teaching involves 36 credits per academic year as well as mentoring and advising students on academic research and academic success. Research involves maintaining a rigorous program of scholarly activity appropriate to the ﬁeld of mathematics education and in keeping with the College’s and Departmental Unit Evaluation Plans. Service includes attending department and college meetings, as well as participating in various University committees at different levels. All faculty are expected to actively participate in curriculum development, assessment of student learning and to engage in effective teaching including teaching practices and interactions with student with emphasis on student retention and a culture of belonging. The expected salary upon hire for an Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Education) is $69,711. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2025. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified. Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.
About Eastern Washington University	Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24-’25 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Job Summary

The Department of Mathematics at Eastern Washington University (EWU) invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position to teach Mathematics Education to begin September 2026.

The College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CSTEM) is one of the most exciting places to be a student at Eastern Washington University. Our students and faculty constantly work with innovating technology and ideas. CSTEM prepares students to succeed in ﬁelds such as Biology, Chemistry, Computer Programming, Data Science, Geoscience, Web Design and Computational Mathematics.

The Department of Mathematics offers a variety of degrees including Bachelor’s Degrees in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Data Science and a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The standard workload for this position is split as 80% teaching, 20% research and service. Teaching involves 36 credits per academic year as well as mentoring and advising students on academic research and academic success. Research involves maintaining a rigorous program of scholarly activity appropriate to the ﬁeld of mathematics education and in keeping with the College’s and Departmental Unit Evaluation Plans. Service includes attending department and college meetings, as well as participating in various University committees at different levels.

All faculty are expected to actively participate in curriculum development, assessment of student learning and to engage in effective teaching including teaching practices and interactions with student with emphasis on student retention and a culture of belonging.

The expected salary upon hire for an Assistant Professor of Mathematics (Education) is $69,711. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2025. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

About Eastern Washington University

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’24-’25 College of Distinction (CoD).

Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2024.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is open until further notice; screening will begin October 15, 2025.

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Submit your application materials through our online applications portal located here: http://jobs.hr.ewu.edu. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

Questions about the position may be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Michael Winer mwiner@ewu.edu; or the department chair Dr. Carlos Castillo-Garsow (509) 359-6948 or ccastillogarsow@ewu.edu. All materials will be held in strict conﬁdence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notiﬁed.

For More information about the position please go to https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/14018

Required documentation includes all items listed below:

Cover Letter that addresses each of the key responsibilities and qualiﬁcations of the position (both required and preferred);
Curriculum Vitae;
List of Three References with names, title, organization, addresses, email, phone numbers, and their connection to you; at least one of the references should be able to comment on teaching ability.
Statement of your Research experience and your research plan.
Statement of Teaching Interest or philosophy.
Unofficial Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts; official transcripts will be required before hiring.
Mission Statement Response:
- EWU’s mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?