The Department of Mathematics at the University of St. Thomas invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in Mathematics or Actuarial Science to begin in September 2021. The successful candidate is expected to teach a variety of undergraduate courses housed in the Department of Mathematics. The standard teaching load for this position is three four-credit courses per semester. We seek applicants with a record of success in teaching and scholarship in these and related fields, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The 21-member Department of Mathematics offers bachelor's programs in mathematics, mathematics education, and actuarial science, and supports the interdepartmental degree program in statistics. More information about the department can be found at http://www.stthomas.edu/mathematics.
The visiting appointment is for the 2021-2022 academic year and is not renewable.
The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants of diverse races, ethnicities, geographic origins, gender identities, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, work experience, physical and intellectual abilities, and financial means. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. This commitment is consistent with our university mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
Applicants must have or be near completion of a Ph.D. in mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, or a closely related field. ABDs nearing completion of the Ph.D. will be considered, with the initial appointment to be made at the rank of instructor. The applicants must also be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching.
To be considered for this opportunity, all interested applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. The review process will begin on June 11 and continue until the position is filled. There are multiple parts to the application process. Applicants will first be asked to create an applicant profile and upload their supplemental application materials. The application process will include:
- A curriculum vitae uploaded into your profile
- A cover letter copy/pasted into your application
- Please complete the reference section of the application with the names and contact information of three professional references (no references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate)
- Upload the following documents (limit each to two pages): A statement detailing your teaching experience and your teaching philosophy, a statement describing your research, and a statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The preferred format for all application documents is PDF.
Please do not upload any additional documents into the other available fields within the candidate profile at this time. Further application materials may be requested later, but no additional materials beyond those requested above are asked of you at this time.
After creating and submitting an applicant profile, you will be taken to the job specific application. This is where you will be asked to copy/paste your position specific cover letter.
In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.
Any questions regarding the position should be sent to the search committee chair Patrick Van Fleet (pjvanfleet@stthomas.edu).
The University of St. Thomas, Minnesota Human Resources Department advertises the official job listing on its website at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.
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