Assistant Professor - School of the Sciences - Mathematics

Texas Woman's University - Denton Campus

The Division of Mathematics in the School of the Sciences

Title: Assistant Professor or Lecturer

Job Code: XXX

Date Closed: Review of applications will begin September 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

TO APPLY:

Please submit the following items with your application:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Evidence of a minimum of 3 years of mathematics teaching experience (e.g. teaching certificate, service record, etc.)
4. One page Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. One page Research Statement
6. Copy of graduate transcripts
7. Contact information for three references (name, address, email, phone number).

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Division of Mathematics at Texas Woman's University is seeking candidates for a tenure track Assistant Professor OR a Lecturer to teach undergraduate, graduate, and special topics courses in mathematics and mathematics education and to contribute to the research efforts of the division. An earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., M.S., or M.A.) in mathematics, mathematics education, or closely related field is required. Applicants are required to have 18 hours of graduate level mathematics and a teaching certification or at least three years of experience in teaching K-12. The Division of Mathematics in the School of the Sciences contributes significantly to the mission of the University through scholarly endeavors, engagement of students, and outreach to the community and profession. The Division of Mathematics currently offers an undergraduate degree in mathematics (with or without a teaching certificate). The Division also offers a Master of Science in Mathematics.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential. Responsibilities will focus on teaching undergraduate and graduate mathematics methods courses, as well as courses for the mathematics major and service courses for general education and prospective teachers. Demonstrated experience with the use of technology in instruction and an interest in developing/teaching distance learning courses is highly desirable. Scholarly expectations include research and pursuit of external funding opportunities (especially those related to teacher preparation and STEM education), publications in peer-reviewed journals, and presentations at local, regional, and national conferences. Service to professional organizations is expected, as is service to the University, including participation in department, college, and university committees.

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:

Texas Woman's University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. The College of Arts and Sciences, with over thirty-five percent of TWU's graduate and undergraduate population of over 16,000, prepares students for success in a global world. TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton located 35 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation's fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theater companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the benefits of employment at TWU is available at https://twu.edu/humanresources/prospective-employees/.

TWU strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

TWU is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, genetic information, or against qualified disabled persons.

Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons.

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