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Mathematics Quantitative Fellow

Amherst College
United States, Massachusetts, Amherst
6 East Drive (Show on map)
Feb 11, 2026
Mathematics Quantitative Fellow Amherst Campus Full Time JR6705 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications from graduating Amherst College seniors or recent alumni for the Mathematics Quantitative Fellow position. The Mathematics Quantitative Fellow is a full-time, fixed-term position from July 2026 to June 2027. The expected range for this position is $20.02 - 22.50 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The Mathematics Q Fellow is a "green dean" position for a recent Amherst College graduate who is interested in providing support for students in Mathematics. The Math fellow provides support for students in intermediate math courses and encourages students of diverse backgrounds, including groups under-represented in mathematics, first-generation college students, and students with varying mathematical preparation. The Fellow also provides support for students preparing to take the departmental Comprehensive Exam. Summary of Responsibilities: Providing support, in the form of drop-in tutoring, appointments and workshops, for students in intermediate mathematics courses, particularly Math 220 (Mathematical Reasoning), Math 271/2 (Linear Algebra), Math 350 (Groups, Rings and Fields) and Math 355 (Analysis) Coordinating with the faculty teaching those courses and reviewing materials to prepare for meeting with students Coordinating with other Math staff in the Moss Q Center to decide on division of support and schedules Working with the QCenter Directors on planning and participating in college trainings Engaging in professional development and further education Qualifications: Required BA from Amherst College majoring in Mathematics or related discipline Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Facility with online communication Commitment to working with students from many backgrounds Good judgment working with students and faculty Preferred Tutoring experience at Amherst College Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume, unofficial transcript and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. Review of applications will begin April 6 and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Mathematics-Quantitative-Fellow_JR6705 jeid-5ae0737fe69a574288e9a377bd257c4f