Mathematics and Statistics - Adjunct

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 33,480 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Oklahoma is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach undergraduate courses in mathematics or statistics. The role is part-time and may involve day and evening classes. Candidates must possess at least a master's degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred. This position offers flexibility depending on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching day/evening undergraduate courses in introductory mathematics or statistics.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in mathematics or statistics

Job description

Position Overview

Note: Adjunct positions at UCO are part‑time teaching positions. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as sections become open at any point in the current academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of adjuncts. Adjunct Faculty – provides a quality learning experience for students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty reports to a dean or chair and performs instruction‑related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.

College/Department Overview

The College of Mathematics and Science currently has 128 full‑time and over 70 part‑time faculty in five academic departments, the School of Engineering, and the School of Nursing. The College serves more than 3,300 undergraduate students in 30 majors and provides graduate programs in Biology, Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Applied Mathematical Science, Engineering, Computational Science, and Nursing. Accreditation/Certification is held by ABET, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the American Board of Funeral Service Education, and the American Chemical Society. UCO is an institutional member of the Council on Undergraduate Research.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions

Duties included teaching day/evening undergraduate courses in introductory mathematics or statistics courses, depending on departmental needs.

Qualifications/Experience Required

Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). Possesses excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

Master's degree in mathematics or statistics or a related field is required. Doctorate and higher‑education teaching experience are preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Teaches day/evening undergraduate courses in introductory mathematics or statistics courses, depending on departmental needs.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.