Assistant Professor of Mathematics

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Assistant Professor of Mathematics St. Louis, MO, US Job Summary The Department of Mathematics and Applied Sciences in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at Harris-Stowe State University (HSSU) welcomes applications for the position of Full-Time Assistant Professor of Mathematics. This is a tenure-track position. Essential Functions The position requires teaching 12 contact hours per semester for both mathematics majors and non-majors. These courses could be in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, and/or Introductory Computer Programming aligning to the candidate’s areas of expertise and student interests. Most course offerings are in-person during the day. Candidates may have the flexibility to teach some evening classes or online classes. Course scheduling is done in conjunction with the college and department. The position requires that office hours are maintained for student advising as mandated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for HSSU. Each credit hour requires 0.75 hours of Office Hours. Thus, a 12-credit academic load will require 9.0 hours of Office Hours. The position will require attendance at the Faculty Institute Symposium each semester which provides essential training to navigate the HSSU academic and professional environment as well as attending other mandated meetings at the Departmental, College, and University levels. In addition, faculty members are expected to attend the convocation ceremonies in both December and May at the end of Fall and Spring semesters. The position comes with additional administrative responsibilities including, but not limited to, performing evaluations of adjunct instructors, mentoring and advising students, academic reporting, and service on Departmental and University Committees Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The candidate must show strong evidence of likely success in teaching students of a diverse background in various mathematics courses including the Calculus sequence, Linear Algebra, Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, Modern Algebra, Differential Equations, and others. Strong preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate promise to contribute meaningfully to the development of a new academic program in Data Science built from a mathematical, statistical, and programming perspective. Minimum Education and Experience The successful candidate must possess an earned Doctorate in Mathematics or a closely related field (such as Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science). Candidates with a Doctorate in Mathematics Education will be considered provided the candidate has a Master’s degree in Mathematics or one of the previously listed fields, of which at least eighteen credit hours of coursework must be in an area in which they will teach. EOE Statement Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr