University of Utah, Department of Mathematics

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Mathematics, Asia Campus (2023-2024)

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Utah invites applications for a unique 12-month, non-tenure-track, career-line Assistant Professor (Lecturer) position to join our growing international team of faculty. The successful applicant will teach mathematics courses at the University of Utah Asia Campus  (UAC) in Songdo, Incheon, South Korea; for more detail see https://asiacampus.utah.edu

We are looking for faculty who are excited to help build our new campus and support the development of cross-cultural educational opportunities. All instruction and interaction with students and other faculty will be carried out in English. Knowledge of Korean is not expected.

We anticipate an initial one-year appointment with renewable annual appointments at the UAC upon satisfactory performance reviews. Salary is commensurate with experience. All full-time employees are provided a health benefit plan. This 12-month position requires relocation to South Korea. Housing is provided for UAC employees. Some personal and professional travel expenses are also provided by the UAC.

The successful candidate will teach seven core courses in the undergraduate program per year, typically as 3-4, 4-3, or 3-3-1 with the 1 being taught during summer or winter break.

Review of complete applications will begin on November 15, 2023, and will continue until the positions are filled.  We expect to start interviewing candidates in December.  The position has an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Mathematics and related fields, some experience in the development of instructional mathematics curricula, and some background in the preparation and teaching of hands-on classroom experiences.  All applications must include:

·       A cover letter;

·       A curriculum vitae;

·       A 1-2 page statement of teaching experiences, goals, and philosophy; and

·       Four or more letters of recommendation that address the candidate’s teaching record.  

The Department of Mathematics is committed to excellence in research and teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate level, and works to maintain a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone can flourish. Applicants are encouraged to address how they will support the department’s mission and institutional values in their materials. Ideal applicants would be effective educators and contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment within the University of Utah.

All applications must be completed through MathJobs at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/UofUtah. Please see also our website at http://www.math.utah.edu/about/faculty-hiring.php for additional information regarding available positions.

Located in Songdo, South Korea, the University of Utah Asia Campus provides students with the same world-class academic experience offered at the campus in Salt Lake City. By studying at both locations, students gain a truly international experience that prepares them for success in a globalized society. The campus is part of the Incheon Global campus, which also includes State University of New York, George Mason University, and Ghent University.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.