Assistant or Associate Professor: Mathematics

Assistant or Associate Professor:

Mathematics Job Description SummaryThe Department of Mathematics at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure track position teaching mathematics courses.

Salary Range:

$75,000 - $95,000

Benefits:

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employeesand dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee BenefitsDivision.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and visioncoverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or anOptional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental RetirementAccounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual statematch, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLifePlan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USMpolicies, spouses and dependents at University System of Marylandinstitutions.
• Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days peryear, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State ofMaryland wellness programs.

While research experience is desired, emphasis is placed on excellence in teaching. Experience working with undergraduates using innovative course delivery methods, student-centered techniques, and delivery of real-world experiences for students are highly desired. The ideal candidate will contribute to the mission of preparing students from a variety of backgrounds to be successful. Beyond teaching classes, experience with placement or remediation is necessary. In addition, the individual filling this position will be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate coursework, in research/scholarship, and service to the Department, University, and the Profession. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Teach twelve (12) credit hours of undergraduate-level Mathematics coursesper semester (which may include web-based or other non-traditionalinstructional delivery methods) in Algebra, Calculus, Statistics, and upper levelcourses to support our mathematics degree tracks.
• Develop and deliver course information to foster student learning and increasestudent engagement.
• Collaborate with the Department on the issues of course placement,remediation, and overall course design.
• Evaluate and revise department curriculum, course materials, and deliverymethods as changes in pedagogy and teaching environments warrant.
• Review, evaluate, and revise Department policy and curriculum in conjunctionwith other Department members to enhance student academic and careersuccess.
• Prepare and execute an annual personal development program includingincreasing both course content knowledge and teaching effectiveness skills.
• Performs other related duties assigned by the department Chair.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Statistics, Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related area. ABD candidates will be considered for this position. ABD candidates will be considered if degree is conferred by the effective date of appointment.
• Candidates must provide evidence or potential for productivity in teaching undergraduate coursework, in research/scholarship, and service to the Department, University, and the Profession.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, including written communication.
• Ability to effectively communicate fundamental mathematics content to students.
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks, assess and order priorities, and track details in an intense environment.

Physical Demands:

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials:

Qualified candidates must submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, statement of research and scholarly interests, and the names of three current professional references (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent), including e-mail address and telephone number. All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to accept employment in the United States without Employer Immigration sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date:

N/A

Posting Close Date:

N/A

Open Until Filled:

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