Adjunct Assistant Professor

University of Texas at Arlington
September 21, 2023
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Adjunct Assistant Professor Bookmark this Posting Print Preview Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To apply applicants should go to https:// uta.peopleadmin.com/ and submit the following materials: professional CV; letter of application outlining applicant's interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; statement of teaching philosophy, contact information of three professional references, and unofficial graduate transcripts.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Persons from groups historically underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are encouraged to apply.

Questions may be addressed to: Dr. Shanna Banda ( [email protected]) for online classes or Dr. David Jorgensen ( [email protected]) for on-campus classes.

For more information about UTA, please visit: https:// www. uta.edu/uta

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number F00296P

Position Title Adjunct Assistant Professor Department Mathematics Location Arlington Job Family Faculty Position Status Part-time Rank Non-Tenured Work Hours Open to External and Internal FLSA Exempt Salary Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Benefits Eligible No Job Summary

The Mathematics Department in the College of Science, the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a part-time, Adjunct Assistant Professor .

The number of vacancies is dependent on student enrollment, division needs, and dean approval. Positions are available for both on campus and online teaching. Your application cannot be considered complete until all required documents have been received. Adjunct faculty plans classes and implements and evaluates teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes. Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part- time faculty member, including office hours. The successful applicant will be expected to provide quality instruction in undergraduate Mathematics courses matching the instructor's background, education, and skills. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of Mathematics courses, including, but not limited to, Contemporary Mathematics, College Algebra, Trigonometry, Elementary Statistical Analysis, Business Algebra, Business Calculus, Preparation for Calculus, Calculus, and Linear Algebra. Adjunct faculty members will be required to use certain texts and meet certain parameters set by the Department of Mathematics. Adjunct instructors will be required to include in their courses certain student assessment measures determined by the department, and to compile data on those assessment criteria.

University Information

Situated within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area, UT Arlington is a diverse academic community of students working together with faculty committed to outstanding teaching, research, and scholarship. With a global enrollment of approximately 60,000 students, The University of Texas at Arlington is the largest institution in North Texas. It is one of 131 universities nationwide to receive the R-1: Doctoral Universities—Very High Research Activity designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, the definitive list for the top doctoral research universities in the United States. In 2021, UTA received the Texas Tier One designation reserved for the state's top institutions for academic and research excellence and the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award (HEED) award for outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. The University ranks No. 1 nationally in the Military Times' annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list, is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and has approximately 240,000 alumni making an impact across Texas and beyond.

UTA currently requires periodic COVID-19 testing for all employees.

Department and College/School Information

The Department of Mathematics is the winner of the 2013 American Mathematical Society Award for Exemplary Program or Achievement in a Mathematics Department. The Department of Mathematics is a major center for mathematics research and education in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and North Texas. It serves more than 10,000 students annually and features nationally recognized faculty with outstanding accomplishments in teaching, research, and service. The department offers a variety of degree programs, including BA, BS, MA, MS, and PhD in pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education. It currently offers over 100 sections of lower-division mathematics courses per semester. For more details, visit the Department's web page at https:// www. uta.edu/math, the College of Science web page at https: // www. uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/science, and the University's webpage https:// www. uta.edu.

Benefits at UTA

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching and to assist in further development of the Mathematics program.
  • Adjunct faculty plans classes and implements and evaluates teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes.
  • Adjunct faculty undertakes the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours.
  • The successful applicant will be expected to provide quality instruction in undergraduate Mathematics courses matching the instructor's background, education, and skills.
  • Adjunct faculty members will be required to use certain texts and meet certain parameters set by the Department of Mathematics.
  • Adjunct instructors will be required to include in their courses certain student assessment measures determined by the department, and to compile data on those assessment criteria.
  • Required Qualifications

    A Master's Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in Mathematics and outstanding experience in teaching lower- division math courses.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Ph.D./Ed.D. in Math Education, Mathematics, or Statistics, including 18 graduate hours in Mathematics with significant experience in Education.

    CBC Requirement

    It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

    Special Conditions for Eligibility Working Title EEO Statement

    It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

    ADA Accommodations

    The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

    Posting Detail Information

    Number of Vacancies 1

    Desired Start Date Open Date Review Start Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants

    To apply applicants should go to https:// uta.peopleadmin.com/ and submit the following materials: professional CV; letter of application outlining applicant's interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; statement of teaching philosophy, contact information of three professional references, and unofficial graduate transcripts.

    Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Persons from groups historically underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are encouraged to apply.

    Questions may be addressed to: Dr. Shanna Banda ( [email protected]) for online classes or Dr. David Jorgensen ( [email protected]) for on-campus classes.

    For more information about UTA, please visit: https:// www. uta.edu/uta

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