Earlham College invites applications for two
full-time Visiting Assistant Professorships in mathematics: (1) A three-year
position in applied mathematics (Fall 2018–Spring 2021). (2) A two-year
position (Fall 2018–Spring 2020) replacing a faculty member on leave. It
is possible this position may be extended to three years. This position is open to candidates in any area
of mathematics, but we prefer someone comfortable teaching courses across the
curriculum. A PhD or ABD in mathematics or a related field
is preferred. The successful applicant
will be passionate about teaching mathematics to a wide variety of students,
interested in engaging with students on research, and committed to
participating in the larger Earlham community, and will have a plan for continued
scholarly work. We anticipate searching in 2019 for a tenure
track position that will start in Fall 2019. Earlham is a selective national
liberal arts college. The college offers a number of interdisciplinary
programs including African and African American Studies, Global Management,
Environmental Sustainability, Peace and Global Studies, and Women's, Gender and
Sexuality Studies. Ability to contribute to these programs or to the
Mathematics Department’s close relationships and collaborations with Physics
and Computer Science, or to expanding collaboration with other Departments or
Programs is a plus. To apply, submit a letter of interest, vita,
statement of your teaching philosophy, brief research statement, transcripts,
and 3 letters of recommendation through MathJobs. Submit also a
300–500 word statement that describes your ability to contribute to the
advancement of Earlham’s goal of being a diverse and inclusive institution. Please indicate the position(s) for which you
are applying. Two recommendation letters should specifically address
teaching. While electronic submission is preferred, materials may be
submitted by mail to: Mathematics Department, 801 National Road West, Richmond,
IN 47374. Full consideration will be given to
applications received by February 23. Review
of applications will continue until the positions have been filled. Earlham College continues to build a community
that reflects the gender and racial diversity of society at large, and, is
therefore particularly interested in encouraging applications from African
Americans, other ethnic minorities, and women. Earlham is also eager to solicit
applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
We welcome applications from people sympathetic to social justice,
simplicity, consensus seeking, and other Quaker values. We are open to
applications from those with non-linear career trajectories. Earlham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |