What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer in Mathematics position at Western Colorado University?
Position Summary:
Job Description:
Lecturer in Mathematics
POSITION: Western Colorado University invites applications for non-tenure-track, full-time positions in Mathematics for the 2025-2026 academic year (with strong possibility of renewal). Teaching load is 30 credits per academic year, with the possibility for a reduced load for reassign time to supervise a tutoring center, undergraduate research and/or engage in other departmental priorities.
The
mathematics program
has approximately 50 majors, a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum, and ten full-time faculty members which are a strong student-centered community of committed instructors. The program is housed in the new Paul Rady School of Engineering located in a brand new, state-of-the-art building and serves all of Western’s majors and students in an innovative engineering partnership
with the University of Colorado.
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree or Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field required. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a commitment to undergraduate education and excellence in teaching. The department is particularly interested in candidates with experience in or potential for using innovative approaches to teaching. Applicant must demonstrate effective teaching at the Calc level and below (but applicants are not limited to teaching at this level and may teach upper-division courses in the major). Prior teaching experience, experience working with first generation and other student populations, and an ability to teach statistics or math education are preferred.
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Western is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.
SALARY/BENEFITS: $50,000 annualized salary. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years. Western has acquired local rental agreements for newly hired employees moving to the Gunnison Valley, which if available, may serve as housing for a year. Upon hire, contact information for housing opportunities will be provided by the Human Resources department.
START DATE: August 2025
APPLICATION: Apply online at
www.western.edu/jobs
. Required attachments to the application include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts and a short essay answering the following questions:
1.) Do you intend to use computational technology in your teaching? If you have used technology in the past, did the technology enhance or inhibit learning? What would your policies on technology use by students be?
2.) Why do you believe students fail math classes?
3.) Are you interested in being the tutoring center coordinator and, if so, why?
4) Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your teaching style and how it would be effective at Western?
Three letters of recommendation are also required and these must be submitted via email to Mrs. Kelley Jones:
kelley.jones@western.edu
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. Official transcripts (unopened or delivered directly to HR) are required upon hire; copies/scans submitted during application will not serve the purpose of official transcripts.
Please direct questions regarding the position to Dr. Bob Cohen, search committee chair:
bcohen@western.edu
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, March 10, 2025 at 11:59PM (MST).
Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte
Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western’s faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit
http://www.western.edu
to learn more about the university.
Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated
community organizations
enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. Living in the valley
, one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked Gunnison Watershed School District
.
Western Colorado University encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (for state classified positions, with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Western Colorado University believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (for state classified positions, with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:
Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.
WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS
About Us
At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
Salary : $50,000
