Adjunct Faculty - Math 2026
About The Position
The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach introductory courses in mathematics. Responsibilities include teaching one or two sections of introductory courses in mathetmatics, such as Finite Mathematics (for Business students) Mathematics in Society Mathematics for Elementary Teachers Discrete Mathematics Precalculus Developmental Mathematics This search will establish a "pool" of instructors if such openings occur during Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2026. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the year. Available courses vary by term. Most classes are held during the day, 2-3 days per week. In addition to teaching the class and grading student work, instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email, hold regularly scheduled office hours, reach out to students with course progress information, and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. A course syllabus with calendar, textbook and homework selection, sample activities and exams, and shared office space are typically provided. Most classes are taught in-person on our Minneapolis campus. Each fall or spring semester course requires approximately 12-15 hours/week for 15-16 weeks. The collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284, covers adjunct teaching at Augsburg University.
Requirements
- Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners.
- A Master's in Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics Education, or a related field is preferred.
- For most courses, licensure to teach Mathematics in Grades 9-12 is also accepted.
Nice To Haves
- The ideal candidate will have some experience teaching at the post-secondary level or significant experience teaching at the secondary level.
Responsibilities
- teaching one or two sections of introductory courses in mathematics
- grading student work
- respond to student questions through email
- hold regularly scheduled office hours
- reach out to students with course progress information
- communicate regularly with the course coordinator
Benefits
- $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course for the 2025-26 academic year
- Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match
- Eligible for 1-1.5% retirement contribution match
- Tuition discount for employees and dependents
- Transit pass discount
- Not eligible for healthcare benefits
- Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
