Mathematics, Harvard University

Position ID: harvard-PREC
Position Title: PRECEPTOR POSITION IN MATHEMATICS
Position Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138, United States
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Application Deadline: 2007/12/07 finished (posted 2007/05/30, updated 2008/04/09, listed until 2008/01/04)
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We seek mathematicians to work at the rank of Preceptor alongside other Harvard faculty on teaching, developing, and supporting sections of entry level courses through multivariable calculus and linear algebra. Applicants must have a strong background in advanced mathematics, preferably including a Ph.D., as well as sophistication about undergraduate teaching, learning, and curricular issues generally.

Candidates should present evidence of outstanding classroom success, together with teacher-training, assessment, and organizational skills. Responsibility, initiative, good judgment, and the ability to work well on a team are required. This position entails both significant administrative responsibilities, such as developing and participating in pedagogical mentoring and research programs, as well as significant career development opportunities for mathematicians following less traditional career paths.

The supporting material for an application must contain the following:

  • Three letters of recommendation: At least one letter must discuss the applicant's experience with teaching, administration skills, and other educational work. You should arrange to have all of these letters sent to us under separate cover.
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • A cover letter that discusses how this position would fit into your career trajectory.
  • A teaching portfolio
Preferences will be given to applications received before December 7, 2007. The appointments are normally three years renewable once for three more. The starting salary will be approximately $51,000 for the academic year. This salary can sometimes be augmented by teaching during the summer and evenings. The teaching commitment is two courses per semester, usually calculus.

Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer. Harvard does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or status as disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

As an equal opportunity employer, Harvard complies with all relevant government regulations and affirmative action responsibilities.


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Department of Mathematics
Harvard University
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02138 Cambridge, MA, USA

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