Assistant/Associate Professor for Mathematics (Tenure Track)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant/Associate Professor for Mathematics (Tenure Track)

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
$54,046-$55,000

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
School of Arts & Sciences

Job Summary

Teaching Mathematical courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Developing research in the field and doing services for the department, the school and the university.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to collegiality and teamwork.
• Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Evidence of research and publication
• Provide support for continuous process improvement of the academic programs and the department

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrate knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to teaching, managing, motivating, evaluating and at advising adult students
• Interact with students in an appropriate professional manner
• Participate in service to the department, the school, the university, and the community
• Provide advisement to Math and Computer Science students about curriculum and registration requirements for graduation
• Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, student performance data, attendance policies, textbook choices and assessments
• Attend classes regularly as scheduled.
• Contribute to continual program improvement through annual evaluation of program outcomes and objectives
• Served on faculty committees
• Participate in recruitment of students to the program
• Actively engage in professional activities related to Math and Computer science, including a demonstrated commitment to specific research agenda
• Demonstrate evidence of sensitivity to an understanding of the diverse, academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethical background of staff and students in diverse communities
• Assist the unit in the accreditation / reaffirmation process
• Maintain effective written and verbal communication with students, faculty and department chair or designee

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Mathematics from an accredited school.
Authorization to work in the US.

Licensing and Certifications

N/A

EEO / ADA Statement

Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices.

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
05/09/2023

Close Date
08/01/2023

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA / ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.

Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
6. Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
2. Writing Sample