Mathematics: Visiting Assistant Professor

POSITION:  A full-time instructional academic staff position is available in the Department of Mathematics beginning August 19, 2024. The official title is in the Lecturer title series; the working title of Visiting Assistant Professor is available if the successful candidate holds a PhD.  This is a one or two semester appointment with salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Master’s degree is required from a regionally accredited institution with preference in the areas of mathematics, statistics, physics, data science, or computer science. The Visiting Assistant Professor title requires a PhD from a regionally accredited institution.
• Demonstrated potential to be effective in teaching undergraduate mathematics courses.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusiveness in teaching.
• Must be work-authorized in the United States.

DUTIES: A full-time position involves teaching three sections of liberal education courses offered by the Department of Mathematics, such as Algebra for Calculus or Elementary Statistics, and one section of developmental mathematics.  

DEPARTMENT:  Information about the Department of Mathematics can be found on its website uwec.ly/math or

https://www.uwec.edu/academics/college-arts-sciences/departments-programs/mathematics/

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

Apply through mathjobs.org to the position UWEC-VAP2024. A complete application consists of a cover letter expressing interest in the position, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and two references: actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses are acceptable.

Please direct requests for additional information to Abra Brisbin by email to brisbia@uwec.edu

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by June 15, 2024. However, screening will continue until all positions are filled. 

The University reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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