Instructor of Mathematics

Job Description

Job Description

PURPOSE:

The Department of Science, Technology and Mathematics at Lincoln University invites applications for a fulltime Instructor of Mathematics position beginning August 2026 . This full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track role is designed for a dedicated educator looking to transition into academia with a focus in mathematics and mathematics education.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Primary teaching areas include lower-division undergraduate mathematics courses.
• Maintain regular office hours to provide high-quality instructional support to students.
• Lincoln University faculty are expected to also advise and mentor students and serve on
  departmental and institutional committees, as required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All duties pertinent to teaching, including curriculum development, mentoring, advising, participating in program assessment, review, and maintaining office hours will be required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to work with a diverse faculty body is required.
• Ability to engage a diverse student body is required.
• Prior teaching experience (especially of a diverse student body) is strongly desired.
• The ability to work with a diverse range of student preparation in the classroom is preferred.
• Experience in various pedagogical teaching techniques in mathematics is a plus.

Certifications, Licenses, registrations:

• Master's degree in mathematics or (a related area) is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Light sedentary office work.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

We recognize the value of maintaining your professional standing. To support your success, this position includes:

• Private office space (subject to availability) to support your focus and student consultations.
• Opportunity for additional compensation through summer teaching assignments based on departmental needs.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.