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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
F00227P |
| Position Status |
Exempt |
| Reporting Relationship(s) |
Department Chair |
| Supervisory Relationships |
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| Job Summary |
The Department of Mathematics at Elmhurst University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mathematics beginning August 2025. The successful candidate will demonstrate a desire to teach in a primarily undergraduate setting while developing a solid research agenda that complements their excellence in teaching.
A Ph.D. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or Statistics is required along with demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring in a comprehensive liberal arts setting. Candidates with prior experience teaching and mentoring students at either the community college or undergraduate level are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Elmhurst University Department of Mathematics places a high value on teaching excellence, collegiality, collaboration, and innovation in both teaching and research. The successful candidate will join a department strongly integrated in the
STEM culture of the university which also supports our curriculum in Business, Computer Science, and Physics. This position includes teaching mathematics and statistics at all levels of the undergraduate curriculum, major advising and mentoring, and supervising undergraduate research projects including our capstone senior paper that is required of all mathematics and actuarial science majors. The Department welcomes interested applicants to visit its website to see its diverse course offerings and strong commitment to both challenging students intellectually and preparing them professionally. There will also be opportunities to develop new courses for the department based on the candidate's academic interests. The teaching load is six courses per year. Typical class sizes range from 10-25 students. |
| Essential Functions |
- Course preparation, teaching, grading, and being available to students who have questions or require assistance.
- Maintaining an active and productive research program.
- Service to the department and University.
- Teaching of upper level statistics and mathematics courses, the calculus sequence, and the typical service courses in statistics and mathematics.
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| Other Duties and Responsibilities |
- Supports the University's mission, vision, and values.
- Supports the University's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or Statistics by the start of appointment.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring.
- Outstanding potential as a professor in a comprehensive liberal arts setting.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Working Conditions/Physical Requirements |
Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move object. |
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| Posting Date |
10/08/2024 |
| Closing Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research interests and plans.
Applicants who proceed in the process will be asked to submit additional materials including transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Allen Rogers in the Department of Mathematics at allenr@elmhurst.edu. Review of credentials will begin October 28, 2024.
Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends a liberal arts education and professional preparation to help students acquire knowledge and skills for enduring success. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University ranks among the top 10 best regional colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University's mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. |
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Elmhurst University
Nov 02, 2024