Part Time Faculty - Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science

Loyola Marymount University; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 2,709,000 - 3,859,000; Part time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University’s Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering is collecting resumes of potential applicants for future Part-Time faculty positions in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science.

The position is typically a one-semester appointment to teach 1-2 courses and will be filled as openings occur. LMU emphasizes inclusive excellence and the education of the whole person.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience is preferable.
• Ability to use browser-based software services and standard classroom equipment.
• Commitment to meeting diverse educational needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute a course syllabus.
• Lead class sessions and hold regular office hours.
• Develop, distribute, and grade materials and assessments.
• Write, proctor, and grade midterm and final examinations.
• Maintain timely class records, such as attendance and grade reports.
• Attend meetings and training as needed and comply with university standards.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Technology literacy

Education

Master’s or Doctorate degree

Job description

Loyola Marymount University’s Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering is collecting resumes of potential applicants for future Part-Time faculty positions in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science. There may not be openings at this time, but your application will be kept on file. Current applications will be reviewed as openings occur. The position, when needed, is assumed to be a one-semester appointment, normally to teach 1-2 courses.

The Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science serves approximately 75 majors and 50 minors across programs in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics and Statistics and Data Science. In addition, we teach many courses required by other majors across the university. Lecturers are typically hired to teach courses such as Algebra, Precalculus and Calculus; other courses may be available depending upon qualifications and experience. Additional information about the department, curriculum, courses, and faculty/staff is available online at https://cse.lmu.edu/department/math/.

Job Responsibilities

The following is a non-exhaustive list of instructor job responsibilities: prepare and distribute a course syllabus; prepare and lead class sessions; hold regular office hours and answer student questions; develop, distribute, and/or grade discussion materials, homework, quizzes, and other course materials; write, proctor, and grade midterm and final examinations; maintain and timely submit class records, such as attendance and grade reports; attend meetings and training, as needed; and comply with all university standards and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Prior teaching experience is preferable. Must have the ability to use browser-based software services, and standard classroom and office equipment. Position requires excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Must possess ability to, and genuine interest in, meeting the educational needs of students, and sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural/ethnic backgrounds of the students.

Required Education

A master’s or doctorate level degree.

Minimum salary is $2,384 per unit taught.

Faculty Regular

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)