Assistant Professor of Mathematics

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Indianapolis invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month position in Mathematics at the assistant professor rank, beginning in August 2021. Duties include teaching undergraduate courses for majors and non-majors, ongoing scholarly activity, and service to the department and the University.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, data science, or a closely related field and a commitment to excellence in teaching. The University expects faculty to be involved in the students learning through mentoring, student support, outreach initiatives, and other activities related to the college experience. To facilitate this highly interactive faculty-student relationship, the typical teaching load is 24 credit-hours per year.

Preference will be given to candidates who have the experience or interest in teaching Statistics and applied math courses such as Differential Equations. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be a part of a growing department with Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Data Science, and Math Education programs.

Reporting directly to the Chair of the Department of Mathematical Sciences, this faculty position will support the fulfillment of the University’s mission, purpose and goals. The faculty position will create an inclusive educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability.

The position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by April 30, 2021.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach undergraduate courses for majors and non-majors
• Create an inclusive educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability
• Ongoing scholarly activity
• Involvement in student mentoring/support, outreach initiatives, and other activities related to the college experience
• Service to the department and the University

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, data science, or a closely related field is required
• Commitment to excellence in teaching is required
• Experience or interest in teaching Statistics and applied math courses such as Differential Equations is preferred

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Free Parking