Assistant Professor of Practice - Mathematics

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Lincoln, NE invites applications for Assistant Professor of Practice - Mathematics. The role oversees instruction in introductory courses taught by graduate teaching assistants and mentors the instructors, with teaching responsibilities for first- and second-year undergraduate courses.

The position emphasizes professional development for graduate TAs, updating introductory courses, and using technology such as WeBWorK to enhance learning; salary is negotiable

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in mathematics or a closely related field or anticipated degree by August 2025.
• Strong teaching and mentoring skills.
• Interest in teaching pedagogy for graduate teaching assistants and overseeing the use of technology (WeBWorK).

Responsibilities

• Duties include overseeing instruction in introductory courses taught by graduate teaching assistants and mentoring the instructors.
• Will teach first and second year undergraduate courses.
• Professional development for graduate teaching assistants, updating introductory courses, and overseeing the use of technology in instruction (WeBWorK).

Skills

Strong teaching and mentoring skills

Overseeing lower-level courses taught

Graduate teaching assistant mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Assistant Professor of Practice - Mathematics

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Professor of Practice - Mathematics

Department

Department Mathematics-1088

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F_240127

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/04/2024

Application Review Date

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/21/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

Duties/Responsibilities: Responsibilities include overseeing instruction in introductory courses taught by graduate teaching assistants and mentoring the instructors. It is also expected that the successful candidate will teach first and second year undergraduate courses. Other responsibilities include professional development for graduate teaching assistants, updating introductory courses, and overseeing the use of technology in the Department’s instruction (such as WeBWorK).

Salary/Benefits: A competitive starting salary will be negotiated. UNL makes available reasonably priced life, health, and long-term disability insurance programs along with a faculty retirement plan which includes significant institutional contribution.

Questions about the position may be directed to Brian Harbourne (Professor of Practice Search Committee) at [e-mail].

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in mathematics or a closely related field or anticipated degree by August 2025.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong teaching and mentoring skills.
• Adept at overseeing lower-level courses taught by graduate teaching assistants.
• Interest in teaching pedagogy for graduate teaching assistants and in overseeing the use of technology in the Department’s instruction (such as WeBWorK).
• A commitment to an inclusive environment and working with diverse communities.

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

Planned Hire Date

08/18/2025

Appointment End Date

Organizational Location

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