Frostburg State University, Department of Mathematics

1543 19084Position ID: 1543-IAPOM [#19084]
Position Title: Instructor / Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Frostburg, Maryland 21532, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Mathematics
Application Deadline: 2021/12/31 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2021/11/19, finished 2022/07/02)
Position Description:    

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Instructor / Assistant Professor of Mathematics Frostburg State University, Department of Mathematics, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Instructor / Assistant Professor of Mathematics position to begin Fall 2022. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications; University System of Maryland benefits package included. The Department of Mathematics is located in the state-of-the-art Gira Center for Communications and Information Technology, opened in 2014. We support a number of academic programs in addition to serving approximately 70 students who major or minor in Mathematics. Upcoming developments in the department include implementation of a corequisite model to support students who have been assessed as not college ready in mathematics. We are also beginning coordination efforts regarding our general education offerings to facilitate that corequisite model. Our coordination model will involve feedback from all of our faculty.

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) includes the Department of Mathematics. In the college, we believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our students’ educational experience. We seek colleagues who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to promoting diversity and have respect for our diverse student population.

Responsibilities: Teach a variety of undergraduate Mathematics courses from introductory to advanced. In particular, teach courses designed for pre-service elementary & middle education students. Advise majors. Assist with program assessment and development of materials to support active learning. Support STEM education outreach programs. Teach in coordinated general education offerings. Active participation in departmental and University service and development of a program of scholarship that includes undergraduate students are expected.

Minimum Qualifications: ABD or Doctorate in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or closely related field required. Must be committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.

If selected candidate is ABD, they will be hired at the rank of Instructor, with the requirement that the candidate finish the doctoral degree within the first year of employment.

The department is especially interested in candidates with a clear potential for an inclusive and student-centered teaching style. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to contribute positively to a collegial environment required. Early-career candidates with interest in teaching at a regional comprehensive university are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience related to the above developments (corequisite models, coordination) are encouraged to apply. About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 5,000 students enroll yearly.

About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered to be a four-season outdoor mecca of recreational experiences offering activities such as; hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!

To Apply: Please visit http://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/1873. Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; 3) a brief statement on your teaching philosophy; 4) statement on research; 5) a brief statement outlining your commitment to inclusion and diversity; 6) contact information for three professional references (at least one of which addressing teaching); and 7) unofficial transcripts of your graduate work. Please note: the contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion statement should describe your past experience, activities, and future plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion, in alignment with FSU’s mission to reflect the diversity of our campus and to meet the educational needs and interests of our diverse population. Some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities. If that is the case, we recommend focusing on future plans in your statement.

For assurance of full consideration, please submit materials by December 31, 2021.

Visit http://frostburg.peopleadmin.com/postings/1873 to apply.

This position is open until filled.

Frostburg State University (FSU) has made the safety of our students, faculty, staff, and our surrounding community a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that student, faculty, and staff are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or new employee at FSU, you will be required to comply with FSU’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required at the time of employment. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement.

FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.

Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance. WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU


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Contact: Justin Dunmyre, 301-687-7086
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101 Braddock Rd
Frostburg, MD 21352
Web Page: https://www.frostburg.edu/academics/colleges-and-departments/mathematics/