College of Charleston, Mathematics

Position ID: Charleston-INSTRUCTOR [#23952]
Position Title: Instructor of Mathematics
Position Type: Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Charleston, South Carolina 29424, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Mathematics
Application Deadline: 2024/03/31 11:59PMhelp popup* (posted 2023/11/27)
Position Description:    

The College of Charleston Department of Mathematics invites applicants for an Instructor position beginning August 2024. Applicants must possess either a Master's degree or a Ph.D. in a mathematical science, or alternatively a Ph.D. in a related field (such as Data Science, Mathematical Physics, or Statistical Physics) with at least eighteen hours of graduate-level mathematics by the employment start date. Duties primarily include 12 hours per semester teaching introductory mathematics courses, pre-calculus and/or calculus, and courses in the major depending upon qualifications. Instructors advise students, engage in professional development related to pedagogies that increase success in these courses, serve on department committees, and participate in college-level service. Since teaching is the position’s primary responsibility, a record of and potential for excellence in teaching mathematics is the most important component for ranking candidates. In addition, professional development and service are responsibilities of the position so potential in these areas factors into a candidate’s ranking. 
 
The College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public liberal arts and sciences university located in the heart of historic Charleston, SC. Since our founding in 1770, we have maintained a strong liberal arts curriculum. The College is a state-supported master’s degree granting institution and ranks among the nation’s top universities in providing quality education in the arts, sciences, education, and business. The student body numbers approximately 12,000 students in undergraduate and graduate programs combined. 
 
A complete application must contain: 

  • a cover letter, 

  • curriculum vita, 

  • teaching philosophy, 

  • current and projected professional development agenda, and 

  • at least three letters of recommendation addressing teaching. 

 

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Elizabeth Jurisich, search committee chair, at jurisiche@cofc.edu. 
 

This is a nine-month appointment; salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. 

 



The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.


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Further Info:
http://math.cofc.edu
email address
843-953-5730
 
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66 George Street
Charleston, SC 29424