Colorado School of Mines, Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Position ID: CSM-PTF [#21566]Position Title: Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow
Position Type: Postdoctoral
Position Location: Golden, Colorado 80401, United States of America
Subject Areas: Mathematics, Statistics, or Data Science
Application Deadline: 2023/01/03 11:59PM finished (2022/11/16, finished 2023/05/05, listed until 2023/04/08)
Position Description: *** this position has been closed. ***
The Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics (AMS) at the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado invites applications for a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship position to begin (subject to availability) in August 2023. The position is a two-year appointment (based upon satisfactory performance in the classroom) that can be renewed by the department for an additional year. Responsibilities The Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow is expected to teach 16-19 credits (4-6 courses) per year. While the primary teaching responsibilities will be in the core mathematics sequence (Calculus I, II, III and Differential Equations), there will also be an opportunity to teach outside of the core curriculum (Intro to Prob/Stat, Intro to Scientific Computing, Linear Algebra, Intro to Proofs). Each postdoc is assigned a teaching mentor from the AMS faculty who guides the fellow in professional development as an educator. Postdocs will collaborate with AMS faculty in the improvement and delivery of core courses with an emphasis on active learning. Minimum Qualifications This position is intended for recent PhD candidates. Applicants must possess a PhD in mathematics, statistics, or related field by August 2023. Applicants must have experience in teaching mathematics at the collegiate level. Department Description The AMS Department at Mines is a diverse and collegial cohort of 23 faculty members, split almost evenly between research faculty and teaching faculty. Research interests within the department are broad, varied and frequently interdisciplinary in nature, including mathematical biology, mathematical geosciences, environmental and spatial statistics, scientific computing, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. About Mines & Golden, CO Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the best public school in the state for best value colleges. Mines is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver. The campus location offers a small-town ambiance with close proximity to all that the Denver metropolitan area has to offer with an abundance of cultural events, museums, theaters and sporting venues. A sunny, high-altitude climate with outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play. We seek individuals who value a diverse and inclusive community – offering different perspectives, experiences, and cultures that enrich the educational and work experience. Equal Opportunity Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veterans status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses. Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce. Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety. Pay Range $50,000 - $65,000 Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. Total Rewards Mines is proud to provide exceptional benefits that include pay, health & wellness and work/life balance offerings. Our portfolio of benefits includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. Additionally, Mines employees are eligible for tuition benefits (for employees and dependents), generous paid holidays and leaves and discount programs. For more information, visit Mines benefits. How to Apply Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran status). References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. Applicants must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae (including a list of courses taught), and a teaching statement (less than two pages). Teaching Statement: Mines is growing its online MS non-thesis degree programs. We are committed to high quality, exciting online instruction. In addition to your teaching philosophy and experience, describe any experience you have in online education. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with priority given to those submitted by January 3, 2023. Those applications received after January 3, 2023 may not be reviewed. |
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