Lecturer in Mathematics

University of Maine; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Maine invites applications for an ongoing teaching position at the rank of Lecturer, with an anticipated start date of August 31, 2027. During the 9-month academic year, lecturers normally teach three classes per semester.

This 10.5 month position also includes 1.5 months of summer mathematics instruction (June 1 – July 15) during which 2 classes will be taught, likely online.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics.
• Graduate degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education.
• Evidence of excellent teaching of college-level mathematics.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses, including 100-level courses.
• Coordinate courses, assess, and contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage in leadership activities related to instruction and department service.
• Summer teaching opportunities may be available with additional compensation.

Skills

Teaching

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics

Graduate degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education

Job description

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Maine invites applications for an ongoing teaching position at the rank of Lecturer, with an anticipated start date of August 31, 2027. During the 9-month academic year, lecturers normally teach three classes per semester. This 10.5 month position also includes 1.5 months of summer mathematics instruction (June 1 – July 15) during which 2 classes will be taught, likely online.The salary range for this 10.5 month position is $66,000 - $75,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is ongoing, contingent upon satisfactory performance. Lecturers at the University of Maine have a promotion track and "just cause" protection after 6 years of service.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: a mixture of both in-person and online undergraduate teaching in mathematics and/or statistics at the 100-level, course coordination, assessment, curriculum development, and/or other leadership activity related to instruction. Additional summer teaching opportunities may be available with additional compensation. Service to the department and university, participating collegially in the life of the department, and engaging in activities that enhance one’s professional development are also expected.

This is an in-person, on-campus position.

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics.
• A graduate degree (master’s or higher) in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education.
• Evidence of excellent teaching of college-level mathematics.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Preferred:

• Breadth of teaching experience will be given some preference, depending on the relevance of the classes taught to the needs of the department.
• Evidence of involvement in curriculum development, assessment, or similar professional activities relevant to the position.

Applicants who are not US citizens or current green-card holders must currently reside in the United States and possess a valid immigration status that allows the University to petition for an H-1B transfer or change of status. We are unable to provide sponsorship for individuals who reside outside the U.S. and would require a new visa to enter the country for this position. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.