The University of Western Ontario invites applications for a three-year Limited-Term faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (non-Tenure track).  The anticipated start date is September 1, 2024.  The successful candidate will be appointed as a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The position was created to support the teaching mission of the Faculty of Science.  Duties are divided between Teaching (80%) and Service (20%) activities.  Teaching duties will include up to 4.0 full-course equivalents at the undergraduate level over a 12-month period.  They may also include the development and delivery of online curriculum.  Service duties will include support for the administrative coordination of courses and departmental committee duties as assigned.

Requirements:

* a PhD in Mathematics or related field (completed by the start date);

* previous experience teaching mathematics at the university level;

* evidence of effective teaching practice.

Assets:

* a degree in Education;

* training in pedagogy or leadership related to teacher/educational development;

* experience teaching large (>150 enrolment) undergraduate courses;

* experience in administering large undergraduate courses;

* experience in providing effective high-impact learning experiences for undergraduate students, especially in an online environment;

* demonstrated interest and/or experience in the scholarship of teaching and learning.

Western University recognizes that our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is central to the University’s mandate as a research-intensive institution of higher learning.  As a community leader we understand that our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization are mutually supporting and contribute to our pursuit of research excellence.  The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives.

Western University offers a full range of academic and professional programs for over 32,000 undergraduate and graduate students.  Since 1878, it has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

Mathematics is a research-intensive Department in Western’s Faculty of Science with both undergraduate and graduate programs.  It also has a substantial service-teaching commitment to the Faculties of Science, Social Science, and Engineering.  We seek excellent faculty who share our commitment to excellence in teaching to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

General information about Western and the Department of Mathematics can be found at www.uwo.ca and  www.math.uwo.ca.

Candidates should submit:

(1) the Application for Full-time Faculty Position Form available at https://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/full-time-application-form.pdf

(2) a letter of interest;

(3) an up-to-date curriculum vitae;

(4) a statement outlining their teaching philosophy, and other materials demonstrating excellent teaching practice;

(5) the names and complete contact information for three references, at least two of whom should be able to say something about the candidate’s teaching. We will only solicit references at the shortlist stage of the search.  Please do not have referees forward letters to the selection committee. 

Applications should be submitted online at www.mathjobs.org.

Additional information can be obtained by contacting:

Dr. Chris Hall

Acting Chair, Department of Mathematics

Western University

1151 Richmond St

London, ON, N6A 5B7

Email: math-pos@uwo.ca

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Review will begin on February 1, 2024. 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Positions are subject to budget approval.  Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.  The University invites applications from all qualified individuals.  Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact math-pos@uwo.ca.