Adjunct Faculty Mathematics

The University of Southern Mississippi • Hattiesburg, MS

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty Mathematics. This is a part-time faculty position within the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Successful applicants may teach up to six semester credit hours (2 courses per semester) of undergraduate mathematics courses, delivered online and/or face-to-face on our Hattiesburg, Mississippi campus. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Requirements

• Master's degree ( or 18 hours of graduate course work) in Mathematics or Mathematics Education from an accredited university
• Knowledge of undergraduate mathematics, including College Algebra, Trigonometry,Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Statistics, or other assigned courses.
• Knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies and best practices in mathematics education.
• Ability to teach effectively (both online and in tradtional settings) at the university level.
• Background Check Clearance
• Ability to teach undergraduate-level courses and clearly communicate technical content to all student populations.
• Skill in preparing course materials, assessing student performance, and using instructional technologies effectively.
• Ability to integrate practical, industry-based examples into instruction to support applied learning.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff while maintaining academic standards and complying with university policies.

Nice To Haves

• Previous college level teaching experience.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with online course delivery and instruction.
• Experience with Canvas technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate courses, including: Preparing course syllabus, lectures, assignments, and other course components as necessary.
• Using Canvas to manage the course.
• Utilizing effective teaching methods to ensure that all course outcomes are met.
• Timely evaluation of student work with constructive feedback, and assignment of grades.
• Being available to students for Q&A.
• Submission of course assessments to the Program Coordinator for accreditation purposes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level