Lecturer in Mathematics

Posting Details

Vacancy Number: F-00237 Position Title: Lecturer in Mathematics Classification Title: Faculty Department: Mathematics and Computer Science Employment Type: Full-Time Minimum Qualifications:

Successful candidates must have earned at least a Master’s degree in Mathematics, or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics before the employment starts. Evidence of excellence in teaching and interpersonal communication skills is also required. Experience in teaching mathematics for elementary education, developmental mathematics or credit-bearing core courses is a plus. Services at both the departmental and university levels are also expected.

Job Open Date: 07/30/2020 Job Close Date: Quick Link http://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/4309 Position Profile Link
School: College of Sciences Contract Type: Nine (9) Months Tenure Track: No Salary Band: N/A Special Instructions to Applicant:

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The Department of Mathematics at Auburn University at Montgomery ( AUM ) invites applications for a non-tenure track full-time lecturer position starting January 2021 or August 2021. This is a one-year (nine-month), renewable appointment. Your responsibilities will include teaching courses appropriate to the needs of the department and maintaining office hours. In addition, you may have other duties as designated by the department chair. The teaching load is 8 courses (24 hrs) per year (Fall and Spring). Summer teaching is possible. Responsibility includes day, evening and/or off campus teaching.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Successful candidates must have earned at least a Master’s degree in Mathematics, or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics before the employment starts. Evidence of excellence in teaching and interpersonal communication skills is also required. Experience in teaching mathematics for elementary education, developmental mathematics or credit-bearing core courses is a plus. Services at both the departmental and university levels are also expected.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE :

Candidates must complete the online application form and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a copy of undergraduate and graduate transcripts and a statement of teaching to AUM’s job website at http://www.jobs.aum.edu.

Additionally, candidates must arrange three letters of recommendation sent to Dr. Mosisa Aga by email at maga@aum.edu or by mail to

Dr. Mosisa Aga, Search Committee Chair
Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Auburn University at Montgomery
P.O. Box 244023
Montgomery, AL 36124-4023

For full consideration, complete applications must be received by October 2, 2020, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

About the University/College

Founded in 1967, AUM is the metropolitan campus of Auburn University and serves a diverse student body of around 5,000 students. The Department of Mathematics offers a bachelor’s degree in mathematics. Students wishing to major in mathematics may choose one of two tracks the mathematics major (MH) and the mathematics education option ( MHSE ). In addition, the department coordinates a two-year pre-engineering program that prepares students to transfer to an engineering school (usually the main campus of Auburn University).

AUM is located in Montgomery, the state capital of Alabama, which is undergoing a revitalization of its historic downtown. The city of Montgomery was recently voted “Best Historic City in USA” by the readers of USA TODAY and 10Best. The greater Montgomery area, with a population of over 375,000, supports significant cultural attractions including the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, the Montgomery Performing Arts Center, the Rosa Parks Library and Museum, and the Montgomery Zoo. Located in central Alabama, Montgomery also affords easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

Auburn University at Montgomery is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcript(s)
4. Statement of Teaching/Research
5. Professional Reference Sheet

Optional Documents

1. Additional Transcript(s)

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