Instructor of Mathematics

the Department of Mathematics; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic department is seeking an Instructor of Mathematics for a 9-month non-tenure-track position starting August 2026. The ideal candidate will teach four sections per semester of developmental or general education mathematics courses. Candidates should hold a Master's in Mathematics or a closely related field, demonstrating strong teaching ability and a commitment to undergraduate education. A review of applications will commence once a suitable pool is gathered.

Qualifications

• A Masters in Mathematics or a related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Mathematics is required.
• Demonstrated teaching ability and strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Commitment to undergraduate education is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of developmental or general education mathematics courses per semester.
• Support student learning according to program curriculum and guidelines.
• Submit attendance and grade reports as required.

Skills

Teaching ability

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Commitment to undergraduate education

Education

Masters in Mathematics or closely related field

Job description

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About the Department of Mathematics

The Mathematics Department consists of nineteen tenured / tenure-track professors three instructional and one visiting professors fourteen instructors and about 30 graduate students.

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Mississippi invites applications for an Instructor of Mathematics position. This is a 9-month non-tenure-track position beginning August 2026.

The successful applicant will be expected to teach four sections of developmental or general education mathematics courses per semester in fall and spring. The successful applicant will actively support student learning follow the program curriculum and guidelines and submit required attendance and grade reports.

Minimum Qualifications

A Masters in Mathematics or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 hours graduate credit in Mathematics earned no later than August 15 2026 is required. Competitive candidates will have demonstrated teaching ability strong interpersonal and communication skills and an energetic commitment to undergraduate education.

Interview Requirements

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity / Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Position Details

• Appointment: 9 month
• Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track

Application Procedures

Review of applications will begin after a suitable applicant pool is received. The position will remain open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is established.

Application must include: (1) cover letter outlining interest and suitability for the position (2) curriculum vitae (3) teaching statement (no more than two pages) which includes experience and teaching interests (4) names and contact information for at least three references at least two of whom can comment directly on the candidates teaching. Inquiries concerning the position may be sent to

Background Check Statement

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EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice education program or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race color gender sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin ethnicity citizenship age disability military status protected veteran status genetic information or any other legally protected status.