Visiting Assistant Professor (Mathematics) 1 year position

Wartburg College•Minneapolis, IA

60d

About The Position

Wartburg College is dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadership and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning. Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective liberal arts college internationally recognized for its community engagement and academic excellence. As indicated in the vision statement, “Wartburg College is called to be the leading institution in education of the whole person. Together, we create an inclusive community combining diverse curricular and co-curricular experiences to prepare students to be resilient leaders of positive change through service in a complex world.” Located in northeast Iowa, Waverly is an extraordinary "gigabit" community of more than 10,000 residents in the Cedar Valley metro near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, with an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours); Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours); Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours); Rochester, Minn. (2 hours); Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours). The Visiting faculty member will contribute to the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, teaching a 2-3-1 load, including mathematics and general education courses, mentoring students, and giving a public presentation based on their research. This is an ideal position for an early career educator, awarded the PhD within the past two years or ABD, interested in teaching in a liberal arts environment. A faculty mentor will be assigned, and the fellow will participate in our comprehensive faculty development program. This is a one-year position.

Requirements

Master’s or equivalent degree in mathematics or a closely aligned field
Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to support the College’s mission and contribute to the strategic plan.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate or ABD in mathematics or a closely aligned field.
Relevant teaching experience in mathematics or related discipline.

Responsibilities

Serve as instructor of record for assigned courses
Holding office hours for students
Grading tests and papers
Providing other instruction-related duties
Mentoring students
Actively participate in faculty development opportunities
Attend faculty workshops
Attend faculty meetings
Give one public presentation per year related to the fellow’s research interests
Teaching a 2-3-1 load, including mathematics and general education courses
Mentoring students
Giving a public presentation based on their research