University of North Dakota, Department of Mathematics

Position ID: 2766-TAP2 [#24510, 494537]
Position Title: Teaching Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Position Type: Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota 58202, United States of America
Subject Area: Mathematics
Application Deadline: 2024/04/17 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2024/04/03, listed until 2024/10/17)
Position Description:

Teaching Assistant Professor of Mathematics 494537 Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Full-time Faculty Salary/Position Classification $52,000 9-month Contract, Exempt 40 hours per week 100% Remote Work Availability: Yes Hybrid Work Availability: Yes Purpose of Position The Department of Mathematics at the University of North Dakota is seeking a Teaching Assistant Professor in mathematics. This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position contingent on availability of funding.

The Mathematics Department is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences and currently offers a BS in Mathematics, MS and MEd in Mathematics, and MS in Applied Statistics.

Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. It is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having high research activity. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, UND has grown into a prominent scientific research university and was recently ranked among the top 100 public and top 25 most innovative universities in the country by U.S. News and World Report and is widely regarded as among the top universities in the American Northern Plains region. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study and enrolls more than 14,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.

UND is in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of over 57,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.

Duties & Responsibilities The successful applicant will receive a contract with an approximate distribution of 95% teaching and 5% service effort. UND and the College of Arts & Sciences value diverse perspectives and seek applicants who are committed to the success of all students. The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please contact UND’s Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu), to explore dual-career opportunities.

Teach undergraduate courses in mathematics Work collaboratively with other Mathematics Department faculty to achieve consistent and high-quality learning environments Required Competencies Excellent written and oral communication skills The ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students Ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the Department of Mathematics Competent in using technology and ability to adopt new tools for both on-campus and online course delivery. Minimum Requirements Earned M.S. in Mathematics by August 15, 2024. Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience at the undergraduate level Experience teaching both in-person and online Experience with course development for an online environment, especially using asynchronous delivery methods To Apply To assure full consideration, applications must be received by April 17, 2024 and include the following materials:

• Cover letter • Professional vita or resume • Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire. • A statement outlining teaching experience, teaching philosophy, and student outreach and mentoring activities • Three letters of reference addressing the qualifications for this position (please send reference letters to julie.solheim@und.edu)

Position is open until filled.

Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Ryan Zerr at ryan.zerr@und.edu.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

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Contact: Ryan Zerr

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Witmer Hall Room 313
101 Cornell St Stop 8376

Web Page: https://und.edu/