What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temp Parttime Faculty, Mathematics and Statistics position at University of New Mexico?
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Mexico (UNM) anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate courses in the Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 semesters. Anticipated openings include lower division courses in both Mathematics and Statistics classes such as, but not limited to, the following.
- Math 1130 Survey of Math
- Math 1215XYZ Intermediate algebra
- Math 1220 College Algebra
- Math 1230 Trigonometry
- Math 1240 Precalculus
- Math 1300 Statistical Literacy
- Math 1350 Intro Statistics
- Math 1430 Applications of Calculus I
Please consult the UNM Catalog for
descriptions of these courses.
The Department of Mathematics and
Statistics is seeking qualified temporary part time faculty members to teach
undergraduate classes in various disciplines as specified above. Instructors
are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to meeting with the class
during assigned times, delivering the course curriculum, developing and grading
assignments, reporting grades, and assessing student learning outcomes as
outlined by the Chair of the department or Director of the program.
Positions are contingent upon need
each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, courses on the
current course schedule, and demand driven by graduation requirements.
Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students
to drop or add courses. Candidates who are selected for these positions
will report to the Department Chair of Mathematics and Statistics.
Best Consideration Dates
For best consideration, please apply by the following dates:
Fall 2023 - July 15, 2023
Spring 2024 - November 15, 2023
Summer 2024 - March 15, 2024
Minimum Qualifications:
To teach courses as described above are determined by Higher Learning Commission's accreditation requirements for faculty, and must be met by one of these ways:
1. Master's Degree or higher in Mathematics or Statistics or subfield for which you are applying;
Or
Master's degree or higher in a field other than Mathematics or Statistics that is related to the position for which you are applying;
Or
Successful completion of at least 18 graduate credit hours in an accredited program in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying (i.e. BA or BS degree for example).
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Two years professional experience in the specialization or subfield
2. An earned doctorate from an accredited institution
3. Successful teaching experience in a post-secondary institution
4. Successful experience teaching courses using a variety of teaching modalities (such as Face-to-Face, Remote, and Fully Online)
5. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application consists of the following: *Cover Letter indicating the courses and/or disciplines in which you are interested in teaching; the days/times you are available to teach; and how your education and experience satisfies the Minimum Qualifications criteria described above. *Curriculum Vitae *The names and contact information of three professional references who can speak to your directly relevant knowledge, skills and experience. Please note: Qualified applicants may be evaluated for potential interviews by the hiring official as new openings become available throughout the time period covered by this posting. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM. Please apply by the for best consideration date listed within the specific semester.Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
