Instructional Term Faculty (Open-Rank)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Virginia is seeking a Full-Time Instructional Faculty member in the College of Science. The role entails teaching eight undergraduate mathematics courses throughout the academic year, focusing on subjects such as Calculus and Differential Equations. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in mathematical sciences and experience in university-level teaching. This position is equal opportunity, with commitments to inclusion and equity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mathematical sciences, mathematics education, or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching mathematics in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Teaches eight undergraduate courses per academic year in mathematics.
• Coordinates courses, mentors students, and serves on departmental committees.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course design

Curriculum development

Inquiry-based learning

Education

Master’s degree in mathematical sciences or related field

Ph.D. degree (preferred)

Job description

Department: College of Science

Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Works with Minors check: Yes

About the Position: The position will teach eight (8) undergraduate courses in the academic year with four (4) in the fall semester and four (4) in the spring semester (lower and upper level such as Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations) and provide some service duties associated with the department’s undergraduate degree. This is a state-funded, full-time (9-month) instructional (non-tenure-track) faculty position with the option of additional summer teaching opportunities. The position is renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance.

Responsibilities

• Teaches eight (8) undergraduate courses with four (4) in the fall semester and four (4) in the spring semester (lower and upper level) each semester such as Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations.
• Service: including but not limited to coordinate courses, mentor students, serve on departmental committees.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mathematical sciences, mathematics education, or a closely related field; and
• Experience teaching mathematics in a university setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in mathematical sciences, mathematics education, or a closely related field, or expect to receive one by Summer 2026;
• Demonstrated experience and interest in inquiry-based learning, active learning and/or other interactive classroom instructional models;
• Demonstrated experience with course design and/or curriculum development;
• Experience providing organized leadership in an educational or professional settings;
• Experience in group-based teaching methods;
• Experience teaching in multiple instructional modalities (in-person, hybrid, and online); and
• Experience mentoring undergraduate students, including advising or research supervision.

Equity Statement George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.