Position Description

The College of Arts and Science invites applications from qualified individuals for a full-time two‐year limited term faculty position in Mathematics at the rank of Lecturer. 

The successful candidate will be expected to teach the equivalent of 21 cu per year (equivalent to 7 courses) with an emphasis on foundational and service‐oriented first-, second- and third-year undergraduate courses in Mathematics. While the primary focus of these positions is on teaching, Lecturers are also expected to contribute to the broader goals and activities of the Department, including administrative service and program and course development.

The Department offers undergraduate courses towards degrees in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Mathematical Physics, and Statistics, as well as several service‐oriented courses for students in the Life Sciences and Engineering. Department members are also engaged in research, interdisciplinary and international collaborations, curriculum improvement and development, community outreach and promotion of the Mathematical Sciences.

We encourage applications from members of equity groups (e.g., women, members of a racialized minority, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities). The Department of Mathematics and Statistics supports excellence and recognizes that principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to this goal. Recruitment will be guided by the strong commitment of the University of Saskatchewan, the College of Arts and Science, and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics to diversity, inclusion, and equity.

The College of Arts & Science offers a dynamic combination of programs in the humanities, fine arts, social sciences and natural sciences. There are approximately 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the College, and 296 faculty members, including 10 Canada Research Chairs. The College emphasizes student and faculty research, interdisciplinary programs, community outreach and international opportunities.
The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000.

Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related discipline is required.  We seek candidates who have demonstrated effective classroom and remote teaching skills, communication skills, and collegiality. The specific teaching needs of the Department will be considered in the decision-making process.

Salary Band: July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023: Lecturer: $83,150 to $123,458

Benefits: This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Application Procedure:

Application material for the position must be submitted online through MathJobs.org. It should include a cover letter including career goals and how they align with the expectations of the position; a curriculum vitae; a teaching philosophy statement; a teaching dossier which includes syllabi and formal teaching evaluations; the AMS Standard Cover Sheet; and at least three letters of reference submitted directly by the writers that provide detailed comments on the teaching abilities of the applicant.

Additional inquiries may be sent by email to: mathstat_search@math.usask.ca

Due to federal immigration requirements, we require candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin immediately; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2023.

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthening these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.