Instructor I – Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Canadian Mathematical Society; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university is seeking an Instructor I for their Department of Mathematics and Statistics. This 5-month contract position involves teaching introductory calculus and statistics courses, contributing to departmental programs, and demonstrating innovative teaching effectiveness. A Master’s or PhD in Mathematics is required, along with relevant teaching experience. Applicants must submit a detailed application to the specified email.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching or work experience.
• Experience teaching introductory university mathematics courses and/or labs.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory calculus courses and labs.
• Contribute to Department’s programs and service teaching.
• Demonstrate teaching effectiveness and innovative approaches.
• Supervise students or teaching assistants.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Commitment to equity and diversity

Supervision

Education

Master’s or PhD in Mathematics or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Instructor I – Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Acadia University invites applications for a 5 Month contractually limited term position at the rank of Instructor I in Mathematics and Statistics beginning December 1, 2025. The department includes 12 professors and 3 instructors, approximately 70 majors across 10 programs, and provides service teaching to programs across the university.

The Department seeks a dynamic individual with a strong commitment to teaching. All teaching is expected to be in-person at the Acadia campus in Wolfville.

Position Details

Faculty of Pure and Applied Science

Contractually Limited Term Position

Position #20916 CLT I – 5 months

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory calculus courses, calculus labs, and labs for other introductory mathematics and statistics courses.
• Contribute to the Department’s programs and provide service teaching to programs across the university.
• Demonstrate performance and potential as a teacher through past teaching experience, examples of teaching effectiveness, and innovative approaches to teaching.
• Supervise students or teaching assistants as appropriate and participate in departmental service activities.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should hold a Master’s or PhD in Mathematics or a closely related discipline, with relevant teaching or work experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching introductory university mathematics courses and/or labs.

How to Apply

• Submit a single PDF document to [e-mail]. Receipt will be acknowledged via email. Include the following in the submission:
• the position number (include in the subject of the submission email);
• a cover letter describing relevant experience and teaching effectiveness, with evidence of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion;
• proof of academic qualifications (copy of highest degree);
• a list of additional qualifications (professional training, career development activities);
• any additional documents that provide information on the factors outlined above;
• the names and contact information of three references who can speak about teaching.

Applications should be addressed to:

Dr. Richard Karsten, Chair of the Selection Committee

Acadia University, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada B4P 2R6

Email: [e-mail]

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University actively encourages applicants from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians, African Nova Scotians, individuals with disabilities, visible minorities, women, individuals of any minority sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression, and all intersections of these identities. Acadia University is dedicated to upholding the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion as fundamental elements in cultivating an expansive academic environment.

All applicants are required to submit an online Employment Equity Self-Identification Form as part of their application package. The form provides the option to self-identify or to decline. Failure to complete the form by the closing date will result in disqualification. Only candidates who have submitted a self-identification form can be considered as members of designated equity-seeking groups.

Accessibility

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation for accessibility needs. If you require accommodations during the application and hiring process, please contact Nadine Keith, department Administrative Assistant: [e-mail].