Job Description

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track) in Actuarial Science
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Mathematics
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Department of Mathematics as a part of the College of Arts and Sciences at Illinois State University in Normal, IL invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track position in Actuarial Science at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor. Successful candidates are expected to work with the Actuarial Program in the administration and service areas, teach courses related to actuarial science, pursue research and professional involvement in actuarial science, and otherwise contribute to the life of the department. Refereed research publications, quality teaching, and professional service are required for tenure.

University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State
Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here:https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Additional Information

The Mathematics Department offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in mathematics, and a Ph.D. degree in mathematics education. Within the Bachelor’s program there are sequences in mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, actuarial science. The Master’s program offers specializations in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science (also available online), biomathematics, and mathematics education (online). Consult our web site at www.math.ilstu.edu for more information.

Illinois State University is a Center of Actuarial Excellence (CAE) with University Earned Credit (see https://www.soa.org/education/resources/cae/default), and was awarded the CAE recognition in December 2009, among the first nine universities in the United States, and the first in the state of Illinois. Illinois State University is also a Gold Level Partner in the University Recognition Program of Casualty Actuarial Society and won two Casualty Actuarial Society University Awards. Illinois State University is also a Global Center of Insurance Excellence.

Founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university, Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu is one of only 27 institutions nationwide to earn both Research 2 (R2) and Opportunity Colleges and Universities (OCU) designations by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, which recognizes campuses that foster student success and research. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Salary is $72,828-$108,000,commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, or an Actuarial- Science-related area
• Possession of a professional actuarial credential, or dedicated pursuit of one
• State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement of this position.

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

August 16, 2027

Required Applicant Documents

• Current CV
• Short (2-3 pages) description of your research experience and planned future research
• Short (2-3 pages) description outlining your teaching experience
• Contact information for 3 references

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

The review of applications will begin on November 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. Illinois State University does not authorize out-of-state work.   

Contact Information for Applicants

Questions about the search should be directed to Cassandra Snelling (clsnell1@ilstu.edu).

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.