Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Frederick, Maryland•Frederick, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hood College Department of Mathematics invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in August, 2027. The primary responsibilities include teaching (21 credits annually), advising students, serving on committees within the department and college, reviewing and developing curriculum in mathematics, and conducting scholarly research. The role emphasizes active learning, exploration, writing, and collaboration, utilizing mathematical and statistical software. The candidate will also be involved in student learning assessment and professional development related to teaching. Scholarship is expected, with evidence including conference presentations, peer-reviewed publications, and research with students. Service duties include committee work, academic advising, and participation in college events.

Requirements

Ph.D. or equivalent in mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics, completed by the time of appointment.
Some experience teaching at the college level.
Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet.
Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Proficient with statistical and financial concepts.
Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting, and interpreting reports.
Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans.
Ability to work in the theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.
Values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do.
Strong organizational skills.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

Responsibilities

Teach 21 credits of undergraduate and/or graduate courses per academic year (4-3 course load).
Teach a broad range of courses, including general education courses, introductory statistics, courses for the mathematics major, and possibly courses in Hood’s master’s degree programs in mathematics education.
Use active learning, exploration, writing, and collaboration as teaching tools.
Use mathematical and statistical software as teaching and learning tools.
Actively engage in the development and assessment of student learning to ensure that program goals and, where appropriate, core curriculum goals are being achieved.
Participate in ongoing professional development relevant to teaching.
Be an active scholar and member of the mathematics community.
Serve on departmental and college-wide committees.
Serve as an academic advisor.
Serve as a liaison with student groups.
Participate in admissions events and other college events during the academic year.