Associate Lecturer Positions in Mathematics

University of Massachusetts Boston

The Department of Mathematics at UMASS Boston anticipates having several associate lecturer positions in mathematics beginning 1 September 2020. Renewals are contingent upon performance, availability of resources, and need in the department. 

The essential duties will be to teach up to four sections of lower division service level mathematics classes per semester. In addition to instruction, the successful candidates will be expected to participate in appropriate professional service, which may include course coordination in multi-section classes and curriculum development.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s in mathematics, or candidacy for a PhD or a PhD degree in mathematics or a closely related field by 31 August, 2020.

•  Demonstrated potential for excellence in instruction.

Desired Qualifications:

• A documented record of excellence in classroom and/or online instruction

• Experience in teaching in-person and online formats, and curriculum development in beginning courses in college algebra, quantitative reasoning classes (maths for liberal arts), business/managerial mathematics, basic statistics, precalculus, calculus

• Demonstrated success working with diverse student and/or faculty populations

To apply, please submit the following through https://hr.umb.edu 

1. a cover letter that briefly explains the candidate’s interest in, and fit with the position

2. a curriculum vita

3. a personal statement addressing the candidate’s teaching experience and philosophy

4. At least two letters of recommendation that address the teaching and academic credentials must be submitted  

We will start to review applications immediately on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. For more information about the department see https://www.umb.edu/academics/csm/mathematics

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UMass Boston is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Title IX employer and strongly encourages women, members of all ethnic groups, and people with disabilities to apply.