The Department of Applied Mathematics has a multifaceted mission to provide an exceptional mathematical education focused on the unique needs of NPS students, to conduct relevant research, and to provide service to the broader community. The department offers master’s and doctoral degrees and encourages mathematical explorations in a broad range of areas in applied mathematics with specific thrust areas that support the mission of the school. Position Description We seek candidates who can teach a wide range of courses (course listings can be found at https://nps.edu/web/math/courses ) primarily as on-campus lecturers. Candidates will also be expected to conduct an active program of research and to direct student theses. Qualifications The successful candidate for this position will possess a doctorate in Mathematics or a closely related area from an accredited university. Teaching experience is highly desirable, and evidence of exceptional research potential is necessary. All areas of research will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates specializing in areas of computational applied mathematics and discrete mathematics, that support existing departmental research efforts ( https://nps.edu/web/math/people ) or new areas that amplify the department’s existing research portfolio. Effective teaching is essential, and candidates must have excellent communication skills (both written and oral), as well as strong interpersonal and organizational abilities. All instruction is performed on the NPS campus. U.S. citizenship is required. Institution and Setting The Naval Postgraduate School ( www.nps.edu ) was established in 1909 and offers graduate programs at all levels for officers of the United States Armed Services, civilian employees of defense laboratories, and officers and civilians from allied nations. The NPS has approximately 1500 resident students enrolled in graduate degree programs, as well as non-resident students served by a distance-learning program. The Department of Applied Mathematics has 17 tenure track and non-tenure track faculty members and offers both master’s and PhD degrees. The park-like 144-acre campus is located on the Monterey Peninsula, adjacent to the waters of Monterey Bay and only minutes from the Monterey Regional Airport. The area offers a pristine environment of unparalleled scenic beauty, parks, restaurants, art galleries and cultural events. Other local research and educational institutions include the California State University at Monterey Bay, the University of California at Santa Cruz, Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, the Defense Language Institute, Stanford University’s Hopkins Marine Station, the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, the Naval Research Laboratory (Marine Meteorology Division), and Monterey Peninsula College. Salary and Benefits Naval Postgraduate School faculty are employed as excepted-status federal civil servants on a salary scale that is competitive with other universities. Faculty are eligible for the health insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits available to all federal government employees. Academic appointments and salary for these positions will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure Applicants must submit a cover letter describing their qualifications for these positions together with a comprehensive curriculum vitae or resume. Applicants must also arrange for a minimum of three reference letters to be submitted on their behalf. Reference letters must be submitted by the letter writers themselves; an applicant’s self-submitted reference letters will not be accepted. Application materials, including reference letters, must be submitted electronically or in hard copy to: Prof. Anthony P. Austin Department of Applied Mathematics Naval Postgraduate School Monterey, CA 93943-5121 (831) 656-3629 anthony.austin@nps.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. For full consideration, all application materials—including reference letters—must be received by December 1, 2026 , for a projected start date between March 22, 2027 and June 1, 2027 The Naval Postgraduate School is an equal opportunity employer. For additional information about NPS, please refer to the website at http://www.nps.edu Citizenship Requirement U.S. citizenship is required for these positions. Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to the excepted service; however, the Department of Defense considers veterans' preference eligibility a positive factor for hiring. Applicants eligible for veterans' preference must include that information in their cover letter or resume and attach supporting documentation such as a DD-214 or a VA Letter. Additional Veterans’ information: If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor’s website: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets . For more veterans’ preference information, visit: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans/veterans-preference . Minimum Position Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required
Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one)
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Doctorate in Mathematics or a closely related area from an accredited university
Teaching experience is highly desirable
Evidence of exceptional research potential is necessary
Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities
Education Statement: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. AD-3: $128,568 - 191,795
AD-5: $140,011 - 209,105
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience based on federal government Administrative Determined (AD) pay scale, including locality adjustments. Pay range above is based on Monterey, CA locality.