Instructor, Mathematics

Job Title
Instructor, Mathematics

Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department
Science & Engineering - Dean

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics in the College of Science & Engineering invites applications for a one-year, full-time, non-tenure track Instructor of Mathematics to begin in fall 2021. The Department seeks a dynamic colleague committed to fostering teaching and student development in a program that values creativity, collaboration, learner-centered pedagogy, and diversity. The successful candidate is expected to prepare and deliver instruction to students in assigned modalities (including classroom, hybrid, online, etc.) and provide feedback on students' progress, including evaluation of student mastery of course and program outcomes. The candidate is expected to understand and stay current with Texas Student Success Initiatives (TSI) and teach Learning Community such as Frist Year Learning Experience.

The successful candidate will teach 15 contact hours per semester of corequisite TSI mathematics and/or core curriculum mathematics courses. The new colleague is responsible for providing feedback to promote and direct student learning in keeping with TAMUCC's learning-­centered values and in a manner that meets the essential competencies of a TAMUCC Mathematics' Instructor. Primary teaching responsibilities will be teaching undergraduate mathematics/statistics and developmental math courses, participate in the ongoing development of such courses, and take a leadership role in common assessment efforts, TSI and Summer Bridge Program.

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics in the College of Science and Engineering prepares the University's students to use mathematics and statistics intelligently in their chosen fields of study and to understand mathematics as it affects their lives and participation in public affairs. The BS in Mathematics as well as the MS in Mathematics Program with its three tracks focused on Applied Mathematics, Statistics and Math Education, provides their students with preparation for careers in education, science, and commerce, as well as providing a solid foundation for further study in mathematics. The Department participates in Ph.D. programs offered by the College and is currently developing an interdisciplinary Data Sciences doctoral program. Faculty actively supervising PhD students teach six contact hours per semester. Our department is active in a variety of research areas across multiple mathematical concentrations, including analysis, modeling, differential equations, fluid dynamics, elasticity, electro and magneto-static boundary value problems, porous media, fracture theory, Bayesian models, applied and circular statistics, time series, statistical genomics, bio-statistics, optimal control and mathematics education. We also serve our community by providing expertise to local schools, industry and business. The department currently has a group of 23 mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education faculty who serve the entire campus community.

Required Qualifications:

• M.S in Mathematics, or a closely related field.
  
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses, or the potential for effective teaching of such courses.
  
• One year experience of teaching TSI, Developmental Math courses.
  
• Evidence of effective classroom instruction.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Summer Bridge Program.
  
• Ability to work with diverse student populations at the college level.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers

All requested documents must be uploaded to be considered for the position.

A completed application will include:

1. A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position.

2. A curriculum vitae.

3. A statement of mathematics teaching philosophy.

4. Copies of unofficial transcripts of all graduate coursework.

5. A list of three professional references with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses-including a current or previous supervisor.

The position will remain open until a finalist has been selected. Applicants are encouraged to apply by Friday, September 10, 2021.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TAMUCC/Instructor--Mathematics_R-041291

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