Gustavus Adolphus College, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics

1203 17490Position ID: 1203-VAPM [#17490]
Position Title: Visiting Assistant Professor - Mathematics
Position Type: Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Saint Peter, Minnesota 56082, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: Mathematics
Application Deadline: 2021/04/15 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2021/03/24, finished 2021/10/16)
Position Description:    

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full-time, one-semester position of Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics to begin September 1, 2021.

Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College seeks employees who are committed to and will be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity. We seek candidates whose experience has prepared them to help us realize our college-wide goal of engagement and inclusion of culturally and racially diverse audiences in liberal arts and sciences. The Gustavus Acts strategic plan renews our commitment to equip students to lead purposeful lives, and to act on the great challenges of our time by diversifying and expanding the Gustavus community and delivering a distinctive and integrated liberal arts education.

Minnesota is home to a vibrant African American community and growing communities of Hmong, Latinx, and Somali peoples, as well as significant numbers of Indigenous people. We believe that representation from all of these groups contributes positively to our student body.

We are committed to fostering a community that embodies the value of a liberal arts education rooted in pluralism. We engage in this work at a coeducational, private, Lutheran (ELCA) College of Swedish immigrant heritage that is a leading residential, national liberal arts institution of 2200 students. Major/Essential Functions: The teaching assignment for this position is three courses for the fall 2021 semester. Primary teaching responsibilities include introductory and intermediate level courses in mathematics.

Minimum Qualifications: ◾ PhD in Mathematics or a related field; we will also consider candidates who have a Master’s degree or who have achieved ABD status

Preferred Qualifications: ◾ Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching ◾ Evidence of a commitment to undergraduate teaching and student advising ◾ Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to pedagogical methods that enable students across racial, ethnic, and socio-economic groups to reach their maximum potential

Application Procedures: Electronic application is required. The documents that must be uploaded include the following: ◾ Letter of application that addresses the position qualifications ◾ Curriculum vitae ◾ A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy ◾ A brief (one page) diversity statement ◾ Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable) ◾ The names and contact information for two professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application)

For full consideration, applications must be received by April 15, 2021. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Gustavus Adolphus College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.


Application Materials Required:
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Further Info:
gustavus.edu/mcs
email address
651-468-8441
 
800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082