Assistant Lecturer- Math

Title: Assistant Lecturer

Department Org: Mathematics - 101290

Employee Classification: F5 - Faculty Lecturer 9 Month

Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors

Primary Location: MC AC

Job Description:

Applications are invited for a lecturer position in mathematics beginning August 19, 2024. This position entails teaching a wide variety of introductory undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses, from preparatory algebra, statistics and precalculus, through calculus, and linear algebra.

The position is a full-time continuing nine-month appointment contingent on satisfactory performance and instructional need. The expected instructional assignment is between 24 and 30 credit hours per academic year. Summer assignments are available.

Applicants must have a master's degree or Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field. Applicants must have prior University teaching experience.

Experience with active learning approaches and an interest in the challenges of teaching preparatory mathematics is highly desired. Applicants should be proficient with the use of technology in teaching mathematics.

The teaching load is 15 credit hours per semester, typically including either three or four classes. Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

1. Applicants must log into https://jobs.utoledo.edu to upload Curriculum Vita, Teaching and Research Statements and;

2. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be e-mailed directly to MathSearchCommittee@UToledo.edu

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and experience:

• Graduate Degree in Mathematics or Statistics.

• Proficient with the use of technology in teaching mathematics.

• Prior University teaching experience.

• Experience with multi-section lecture/recitation

Communication and other skills:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage students and creating a successful and stimulating learning environment

• Creative teaching skills, including but not limited to active learning, inquiry based learning, distance learning and the use of technology in order to improve the pedagogical impact

• Available, respectful and that has the highest professional standards in regard to interactions with students

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD degree in Mathematics or Statistics.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free.

Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:00PM or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the Main Campus of the University of Toledo.

Advertised: 10 Jun 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

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