Position Description

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before December 1st, 2023 will receive full consideration.

To ensure careful consideration of all applicants, we request that you follow the guidelines below. NO HARD COPY APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL BE ACCEPTED. NO EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Required Materials:

• A cover letter which briefly addresses the candidate’s interest in the position. This should include specific information on how the candidate meets the stated qualifications.
• A curriculum vita.
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the review stage).
• A statement of teaching philosophy.
• A statement of research interests or other scholarly activities with a description of future goals.
• In addition, the application interface will prompt you for the names and e-mail addresses of a minimum of 3 and maximum of 4 references who would be willing to be available for a phone conversation or reference check if asked. PLEASE DO NOT HAVE LETTERS SENT.

Apply online at https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/25841

For questions or additional information, please contact John Wagaman, Search Chair, at jcwagaman@email.wcu.edu

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has 18 tenure-line faculty and supports undergraduate programs in mathematics, mathematics education, and computer science, and a graduate certificate in data science. The mathematics program has concentrations in actuarial science, applied mathematics, data science, mathematics education and traditional mathematics. The typical teaching load is 3-3. Class enrollments range from 40 in freshman level courses to the teens for upper-level courses. Students are actively engaged in undergraduate research, contests, and extracurricular activities. More information about the department is available at: https://www.wcu.edu/learn/departments-schools-colleges/cas/science-and-math/mathcsdept

WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 "America’s Best Employers by State" list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100 employers in North Carolina. Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina University in the Top 100 of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2023. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. WCU’s main campus is nestled in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 50 miles west of Asheville. WCU is located just 25 miles from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the nation’s most spectacular and most visited national parks. The entire region is known for its excellent quality of life and access to outdoor activities.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies, and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, and free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus.