School of Arts & Sciences/Mathematics Department Adjunct Instructor-1841

Langston University; Langston (OK); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Langston University’s Mathematics Department seeks qualified Adjunct Professors to teach courses in Mathematics. The successful candidate will join a team committed to academic excellence, student success, and meaningful research engagement.

Courses will be offered primarily in person, with the potential option for some online instruction, depending on departmental needs. The appointment is 6 months or less and includes a flexible teaching load for working professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics, Math Education, Engineering, or related field (conferred by start date).
• Experience teaching at undergraduate/college level.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to academic excellence and student development.

Responsibilities

• Teach a maximum of 9 credit hours per semester across undergraduate mathematics courses.
• Use innovative tools to teach mathematical concepts.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Contribute to departmental planning and development.
• Integrate technology and current teaching methods into instructional delivery.

Skills

College-level teaching

Student mentoring

Instructional technology

Inclusive teaching

Curriculum planning

Education

Ph.D./Ed.D./terminal degree

Job description

Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

Nika Wilson, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

6 months or less

Hiring Range

Determined by class size and number of courses

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter, official transcript(s) and three professional recommendation letters.

Position Overview
Langston University’s Mathematics Department is seeking qualified and committed Adjunct Professors to teach courses in the Department of Mathematics. The successful candidate will join a team committed to academic excellence, student success, and meaningful research engagement.

Adjunct Professors will deliver high-quality instruction, engage students in meaningful learning experiences, and contribute to the academic mission of Langston University. Courses will be offered primarily in person, with the potential option for some online instruction, depending on departmental needs.

Why Join Langston University?

• Be part of a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service
• Inspire and mentor students in a student-centered learning environment
• Flexible teaching load ideal for working professionals
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued success of Oklahoma’s only Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

Key Responsibilities

• Teach a maximum of 9 credit hours per semester across a range of undergraduate mathematics courses
• Use innovative tools to teach mathematical concepts,
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students
• Contribute to departmental planning and development
• Integrate technology and current teaching methods into instructional delivery

Required Qualifications

• Mathematics, Math Education, Engineering, or related fields
  • (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
  • Demonstrated potential or experience in college-level teaching
  • Demonstrated expertise in the subject matter and the ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to fostering academic excellence and supporting student development.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Ability to teach courses such as College Algebra, Plane Trigonometry, Contemporary Mathematics and Its applications, Finite Math, Elementary Statistics, Math Concepts, etc.
• Experience with in-person, online, or hybrid teaching
• Effective use of instructional technology
• Interest in mentoring undergraduate research
• Ability to engage and support students from challenging mathematical backgrounds
• Commitment to inclusive and innovative teaching practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D./Ed.D., or other terminal degree
  • Evidence of teaching excellence and/or industry experience

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Experience with in-person, online, or hybrid teaching
• Effective use of instructional technology
• Interest in mentoring undergraduate research
• Ability to engage and support students from challenging mathematical backgrounds
• Commitment to inclusive and innovative teaching practices