Gustavus Adolphus College, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics

Position ID:

GAC-VAP [#26099]

Position Title:

Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor of Statistics

Position Type:

Non tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Saint Peter, Minnesota 56082, United States of America

Subject Area:

Statistics

Appl Deadline:

2025/02/14 23:59:59 finished (2024/12/19, finished 2025/05/22, listed until 2025/02/14)

Position Description:

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

Position Details: Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full-time one-year position of Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor of Statistics (rank dependent on highest degree earned) in the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics to begin August 15, 2025.

What’s required: MA or MS in Statistics/Biostatistics/Data Science or a related field Experience with R/RStudio

What’s preferred: PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics/Data Science or related field (or ABD) Evidence of effectiveness in teaching Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate students Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and identities Experience teaching introductory statistics Experience teaching utilizing R/RStudio

Things you will do: Teach 6 course sections each academic year. Typically, 3 in the Fall and 3 in the Spring. Two of the sections in Fall and/or Spring may be the same course. Primary teaching responsibilities may/will include introductory statistics and courses dependent on the applicant qualifications and area of expertise

Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow.

Things you can choose to do: Improve your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus.

Advance your scholarship by working with undergraduate research assistants, joining a writing retreat, applying for an internal grant, receiving travel funds to present at conferences, receiving help applying for external grants, and making use of our research facilities.

Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College’s membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

How to apply: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States. Gustavus will not be able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this particular position. The documents that must be uploaded include the following:

Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications Curriculum vitae A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy that addresses working with students from diverse backgrounds Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable) The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.

For full consideration, applications must be received by February 14, 2025. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; finalists will be asked to submit [recordings/syllabi/publications/student evaluations] as needed. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Things you might like: Based on AAUP (American Association of University Professors) and CUPA (College and University Professional Association) data, we offer a starting salary that is competitive with our peer institutions as well as comprehensive benefits that prioritize your personal and financial well-being.

Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns Access to mental health apps Onsite health services Free parking, exercise classes, use of library and athletic facilities Paid parental leave (after one year of employment) Multifaith sabbath 7% contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment) 1-on-1 financial coaching

Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation’s leading private liberal arts colleges serving 1,900 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/.

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Learn more about Gustavus's campus-wide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging: https://gustavus.edu/deib/.

Department Information: The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics offers majors in Mathematics, Mathematics Teaching, Computer Science, and Statistics and graduates an average of 35 students per year. Among the 10 faculty, the department is home to three statisticians with varied research interests. In addition to the statistics major, the statistics minor is popular with students across campus, including those majoring in Economics, Finance, Management, Biology, Psychology and others. It is the philosophy of the Department that the skills of analytical thinking and logical argument, combined with the ability to communicate effectively, form the core of a solid liberal arts education in the mathematical sciences.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching statement
Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable)
Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses )