Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Mathematics (Spring 2027 Semester)

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University seeks Adjunct/Per Course Faculty to teach mathematics at the Springfield Campus for the Spring 2027 semester. Per course instructors may teach MTH 101/103, 130, 134, 136, 450 and possibly graduate EMS courses; expect office hours and grading responsibilities.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree or equivalent in mathematics or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics content. This pool may be used if courses are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.
• Minimum 18 graduate credit hours in graduate level mathematics content coursework.

Responsibilities

• Teach MTH 101 or 103, MTH 130, MTH 134, MTH 136, MTH 450 and possibly MTH 320.
• Hold office hours, submit grades according to University schedule, and participate in group grading sessions.

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience in mathematics

18 graduate credit hours in mathematics coursework

Job description

Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Mathematics (Spring 2027 Semester)

Missouri State University accepts applications for Adjunct/Per Course Faculty to establish a pool of available candidates. By submitting an application for this posting you are applying to be a part of Missouri State University’s Adjunct/Per Course Faculty pool for a potential course that may be offered in the applicable semester. There may not be a current opening. Applications and transcripts are evaluated prior to the selection of interviewees. To receive full consideration, include all documents requested by the department. Please attach an updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae. Unofficial transcripts can be attached as an optional document to the online application. Official transcripts may be required at time of hire to comply with reporting requirements for Missouri Law.

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, Mathematics (Spring 2027 Semester)

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Out-of-State Employment

Out-of-state employment is limited to Arkansas, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and subject to supervisor approval.

Department

Mathematics

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Term

Spring Semester (per course faculty only)

Begin Date -Spring Term

01/11/2027

Maximum credit hours Per Course faculty can teach

12 Credit Hours per 12 Month Period - Springfield Campus

Description of Primary Duties

Per Course Instructors should be qualified to teach MTH 101 or 103 Intermediate Algebra, MTH 130 Contemporary Math, MTH 134 Algebraic Reasoning and Modeling, MTH 136 Precalculus I, and MTH 450 Theory of Interest. We may also have need of Per Course instruction for MTH 320 Foundations of Mathematics for Teachers and courses in the graduate EMS program.
Per Course Faculty are expected to hold office hours, submit grades according to University schedule, and participate in group grading sessions (where used for particular courses).

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Per Course Faculty should possess a master’s degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.

Additional Qualifications

Per Course faculty must have a minimum of 18 credit hours in graduate level mathematics content coursework.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Missouri State University accepts applications for Adjunct/Per Course Faculty to establish a pool of available candidates. By submitting an application for this posting you are applying to be a part of Missouri State University’s Adjunct/Per Course Faculty pool for a potential course that may be offered in the applicable semester. There may not be a current opening. Applications and transcripts are evaluated prior to the selection of interviewees. To receive full consideration, include all documents requested by the department. Please attach an updated, detailed Curriculum Vitae. Unofficial transcripts can be attached as an optional document to the online application. Official transcripts may be required at time of hire to comply with reporting requirements for Missouri Law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

If you have questions:

Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
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8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:
Student Employment Services
(t)417-836-5627
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