Assistant or Associate Professor: Mathematics

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

3d•$75,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure track position teaching mathematics courses. Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 Benefits: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including: • Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division. • Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage. • Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance). • Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions. • Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays. • Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs. While research experience is desired, emphasis is placed on excellence in teaching. Experience working with undergraduates using innovative course delivery methods, student-centered techniques, and delivery of real-world experiences for students are highly desired. The ideal candidate will contribute to the mission of preparing students from a variety of backgrounds to be successful. Beyond teaching classes, experience with placement or remediation is necessary. In addition, the individual filling this position will be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate coursework, in research/scholarship, and service to the Department, University, and the Profession. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Statistics, Actuarial Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related area. ABD candidates will be considered for this position. ABD candidates will be considered if degree is conferred by the effective date of appointment.
Candidates must provide evidence or potential for productivity in teaching undergraduate coursework, in research/scholarship, and service to the Department, University, and the Profession.
Strong communication skills, including written communication.
Ability to effectively communicate fundamental mathematics content to students.
Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks, assess and order priorities, and track details in an intense environment.

Nice To Haves

While research experience is desired, emphasis is placed on excellence in teaching.
Experience working with undergraduates using innovative course delivery methods, student-centered techniques, and delivery of real-world experiences for students are highly desired.
The ideal candidate will contribute to the mission of preparing students from a variety of backgrounds to be successful.
Beyond teaching classes, experience with placement or remediation is necessary.

Responsibilities

Teach twelve (12) credit hours of undergraduate-level Mathematics courses per semester (which may include web-based or other non-traditional instructional delivery methods) in Algebra, Calculus, Statistics, and upper level courses to support our mathematics degree tracks.
Develop and deliver course information to foster student learning and increase student engagement.
Collaborate with the Department on the issues of course placement, remediation, and overall course design.
Evaluate and revise department curriculum, course materials, and delivery methods as changes in pedagogy and teaching environments warrant.
Review, evaluate, and revise Department policy and curriculum in conjunction with other Department members to enhance student academic and career success.
Prepare and execute an annual personal development program including increasing both course content knowledge and teaching effectiveness skills.
Performs other related duties assigned by the department Chair.

Benefits

Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.
Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage.
Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions.
Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays.
Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs.

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