MATHEMATICS LECTURER
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for four non-tenure-track lecturer positions for the 2009-2010 academic year. A lecturer may be considered for reappointment each year of employment, depending on performance, needs of the department and university, and continued availability of funding.
Job Description:
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in mathematics, and possibly in mathematics education or statistics depending upon qualifications; leadership and involvement in student-centered activities (for example, academic advising, mathematics placement, supervision of graduate teaching assistants, outreach activities, course coordination); and maintaining a modest program of professional or scholarly activity. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in mathematics, statistics or mathematics education; substantial evidence of high quality teaching; ability to teach a wide variety of lower division courses; and a strong academic record in mathematics.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with substantial academic background in one of the above areas such as a PhD or similar extent of course work, ability to interact and communicate well with undergraduate students, leadership experience, abilities and experience that align well with department needs, and a commitment supportive of the multicultural needs of Northern Arizona University and the surrounding area.
Northern Arizona University is a 20,000-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 57,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. NAU’s emphasis on undergraduate education is enhanced by its graduate programs and research as well as distance learning. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment.
Send letter of application, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy, and graduate transcripts and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to:
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5717
The positions will remain open until filled. Screening of applications will begin January 14, 2009.
The final candidates for these positions will be subject to a criminal and employment history background investigation prior to employment.
