Albert C. Yates Chair in Mathematics

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 01 Dec 2022

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Working Title Albert C. Yates Chair in Mathematics
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work?
Posting Number 202200214F
Proposed Annual Salary Range $100,000-$200,000 depending on rank
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit
Nestled beside the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins, Colorado is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the U.S.A. Colorado State University ranks as one of the nation’s top-performing research institutions with a record $407 million in research spending in Fiscal Year 2022.
The Department of Mathematics at Colorado State University is one of eight departments in the College of Natural Sciences. The Department has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, as well as excellence in research. Faculty research interests include algebra, analysis, combinatorics, data science, differential equations, geometry, inverse problems, math education, mathematical modeling, number theory, optimization, scientific computing, topology, as well as applications of all these areas. The Department of Mathematics has over 200 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate students, with currently 32 tenured and tenure-track faculty.
Colorado State University and the Department of Mathematics provide a highly collaborative and supportive environment; a number of faculty have joint appointments in other departments or are engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations and research projects. The Department is actively supporting diversity and inclusiveness.
Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes
% Research 70%
% Teaching 20%
% Service 10%
% Administration 0%
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/01/2022
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
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Position Summary
The Albert C. Yates Chair in Mathematics will be a tenured faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The appointee shall have excellent teaching skills, a commitment to applied research, a record of community service, and a practical approach to mathematics.
The Yates Chair will have the responsibility to:
  • provide unique leadership that will foster the development of new research collaborations and educational programs
  • lead an internationally-recognized research program within the framework of their individual areas of interest and expertise, consistent with the goals and objectives of a university environment
  • actively participate in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses as assigned by the department chair. The teaching load will be one course per semester during the term of appointment as Albert C. Yates Chair
  • support the Department’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
  • participate in department and university administrative governance and advising functions
  • adhere to the responsibilities of the general faculty as delineated by the University Faculty/Staff Manual
  • actively pursue external funding
  • perform service and outreach activities for the Department of Mathematics, University and the Mathematical Community
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
The applicant:
  • holds a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, in mathematics or a closely related area.
  • has at least six years of professional experience past the Ph.D.
  • has the credentials to hold a tenured position in the Department of Mathematics
  • Preferred Job Qualifications
    The applicant has:
  • a strong record of external funding
  • an outstanding publication record
  • excellent teaching skills
  • a commitment to applied research
  • a record of community service
  • a practical approach to mathematics
  • Special Instructions to Applicants
    References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates Your application and materials must be submitted through this job posting on CSU’s jobs website. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be considered.
    A complete application includes a cover letter relating to your interest in the Yates Chair position, speaks of your evidence of leadership, and contains a summary of plans for future scholarly, instructional, and other professional activities. Also required is a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching interests, and a diversity statement as it relates to your ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. The application will request list of at least four names of references and contact information.
    Background Check Policy Statement
    Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
    EEO Statement
    Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
    The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
    The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
    The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
    Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
    Diversity Statement
    Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
    Search Contact Michael Kirby [email protected]

    Essential Duties


    Job Duty Category Research
    Duty/Responsibility
    • Provide unique leadership that will foster the development of new research collaborations and educational programs
    • Lead an internationally-recognized research program within the framework of her/his individual areas of interest and expertise, consistent with the goals and objectives of a university environment
    • Actively pursue external funding
    • Adhere to the responsibilities of the general faculty as delineated by the University Faculty/Staff Manual including the Code of Ethical Behavior
    Percentage Of Time 70%
    Job Duty Category Teaching
    Duty/Responsibility
    • Actively participate in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses as assigned by the department chair–the teaching load will be one course per semester during the term of appointment as Albert C. Yates Chair
    • Contribute to the development of innovative curricula at both the undergraduate and undergraduate level
    • Mentor and advise of students and postdoctoral research fellows
    • Participation in, or leading of seminars
    • Cultivate a welcoming and respectful learning environment
    Percentage Of Time 20%
    Job Duty Category Service
    Duty/Responsibility
    • Participate in department and university administrative governance and advising functions
    • Actively participate in service to the department, college, university, and community
    • Support the Department’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
    Percentage Of Time 10%


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