Missouri University of Science and Technology, Mathematics and Statistics

Position ID:
MissouriST-ATP [#25951]
Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor
Position Type:
Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Rolla, Missouri 65409-0020, United States of America
Appl Deadline:
2025/01/31 11:59PMhelp popup (posted 2024/11/26)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Missouri University of Science and Technology invites applications for a full time, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor position which is anticipated to begin in Fall 2025. Opportunities for future promotion within the non-tenure-track ranks are available. This position is renewable annually.

Applicants must show documented evidence of excellence in teaching. The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching a wide variety of undergraduate courses in mathematics or statistics. The typical teaching load for an assistant teaching professor is 12 credit hours per semester. Coordination of large multi-section introductory level courses in mathematics or statistics will be expected, along with additional service responsibilities. Participation in teaching-related professional development opportunities is encouraged and supported.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's in Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field.
  • Experience in teaching a wide variety of undergraduate courses in mathematics or statistics.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • The ability to perform both as a member of a team and in a leadership role.
  • PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field.
  • The ability to teach graduate mathematics or statistics courses as needed.
  • At least 3 years of full-time college or university teaching experience.
Application Deadline
January 31, 2025 (Review of applications will begin on January 24, 2025. For priority consideration, applications should be received by January 31, 2025.)

Application Process
Interested candidates can find details of the application process at https://hr.mst.edu/careers/ and must submit all applications through this site for position #00092895. Applications should consist of:
  • Cover letter outlining the candidate’s qualifications for the position, with particular focus on success in teaching
  • Current curriculum vitae that includes the applicant’s record of teaching and other relevant experience
  • Current teaching statement
  • Complete contact information for at least three references
Mathematics and Statistics
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics consists of 13 tenured and tenure-track faculty and 5 ranked non-tenure-track faculty. The department plays an important role on the engineering-focused campus of Missouri S&T, both in terms of interdisciplinary interactions with other departments and in the training of a large number of undergraduate students in fundamental areas such as calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and statistics. The department has B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs, with about 35 graduate students (the majority being doctoral students) and about 70 undergraduate students. The B.S. program is in Applied Mathematics with varied emphasis areas. Additional details about the department can be found at the department website: http://math.mst.edu/ .

Community Information

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE)
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education.  The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike.  Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 573-341-4241.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 573-341-7734.


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Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Missouri S&T
400 W. 12th St
Rolla, MO 65409-0020
Web Page: http://math.mst.edu/