About the role
The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of Mathematics. Applicants must have experience teaching and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):
Essential duties
- Teaching one-three sections (depending on need) of predominantly first year algebra and/or statistics courses in each of the Fall and Spring semesters.
- Availability to teach in person, during the day. Classes run for 50 minutes per day three days per week (MWF) starting on the hour between 8am and 3pm.
- Preparing lessons/course material for each course following the syllabi/learning goals outlined by the course.
- Keeping up to date grades and attendance in the University’s Learning Management System (Canvas).
- Holding at least 1 office hour per week per course taught.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):
Required
- Master’s Degree or above in Mathematics, or a related field.
Preferred
- Preference will be given to candidates who have an ABD or PhD in Mathematics or closely related majors
- Previous teaching experience and willingness to be flexible in class scheduling
Complete applications are to include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references. This is a pooled position from which adjuncts will be hired. As openings occur, applicants will be hired from this pool.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
U.S. work authorization is required.
Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.
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