Georgia Tech has recently adapted its academic professional appointments in alignment with its commitment to high quality education and training at all levels. This position has the possibility of on-going annual renewal and career progression, particularly for candidates who aspire to excellence and leadership in these areas as described at: http://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines. SoM has an excellent track record in supporting our Academic Professionals in their career advancement.

The role of Academic Professionals is vital to advancing our undergraduate teaching in the School and supporting our educational and training missions through academic administration. The position includes teaching assignments each semester along with administrative support of our programs. Additional details about the work of Academic Professionals in the School is available at: http://www.math.gatech.edu/employment-opportunities.

Academic Professionals in the School of Mathematics have typically been assigned duties from the following: a) teaching 1-2 courses per semester, including the summer; these courses will usually be selected from our 1000- or 2000-level offerings, and/or from other teaching commitments including pre-calculus, distance learning, and international programs; b) administrative support for undergraduate teaching, in the form of advising, scheduling, course coordination, curation of materials, management, implementation and oversight of use of technology for both in-person and online courses, and/or support for curriculum improvements; c) Participation in the School’s instructional management team d) Other duties assigned in alignment with the School’s needs and individuals’ strengths. These may be selected from the following; support for integration of technology in courses, administration, assessment, and innovative curricula; oversight and delivery of online courses; coordination with faculty on delivery of course tracking and collecting data in support of School programs; outreach to high schools; support for curriculum development and use of innovative teaching techniques; participation in the registration team. This list is likely to evolve together with future needs and priorities of the School of Mathematics and of Georgia Tech.

The successful candidates will have demonstrated excellent teaching credentials, with clear potential for taking on considerable responsibility in teaching, educational leadership, and administrative tasks. Candidates will possess attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with faculty, staff, students, as well as the broader university community. Experience with technology in teaching, high quality delivery of online courses, and administration will be considered a plus. Two or more years of experience in a university environment, and a Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field, such as physics or computer science, is required for this position. For full consideration applicants are strongly encouraged to submit all materials before November 15, 2021. However, consideration of applications is ongoing until positions are filled. Applications should consist of a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, three or more letters of reference that address both teaching accomplishments and administrative ability, and a brief teaching summary that documents teaching experience, interests and abilities. The cover letter should describe experience with technology in teaching, participation in outreach activities, and evidence of skills and commitments for engaging productively with diverse communities Applications should be submitted directly to https://www.mathjobs.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Georgia Tech is an equal education/employment opportunity institution dedicated to building a diverse community. We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. Applications by highly qualified candidates from groups underrepresented in the mathematical sciences and engineering are particularly encouraged.

With dynamic faculty, students and staff, the School continues to enhance its stimulating research and educational environments. A top-ranked public research university, Georgia Tech is situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with great economic and cultural strengths. The Institute is a member of the University System of Georgia, the Georgia Research Alliance, and the Association of American Universities. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technology resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Georgia Tech’s campus is located near midtown Atlanta, a city attracting talent from around the world with its culture, innovation, rich history, and Southern charm.