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Adjunct Faculty Pool - Mathematics & Statistics

University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, 99712

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Overview

The College of Natural Science and Mathematics (CNSM) is accepting qualified applicants for its pool of adjunct instructors in Mathematics & Statistics. Adjunct instructors are hired on a semester-by-semester appointment. We are seeking applicants with strong quantitative skills and experience teaching mathematics or statistics who possess a desire to help students succeed in reaching quantitative success. Qualified applicants for this position will be placed into a hiring pool for the academic year from which instructors will be hired when/if there is a need during the year. Acceptance into the hiring pool does not constitute an offer of an appointment. Working one semester does not guarantee that a position will be available the following semester; hiring decisions are made on a semester-by-semester basis (including summer sessions), according to the needs of that semester's schedule. Face-to-face and distance courses

We are recruiting applicants for both face-to-face courses and distance courses. Applicants for face-to-face courses must be available to teach the courses in person in Fairbanks, Alaska. No relocation expenses will be paid for adjunct instruction. It is highly preferred that distance course instructors are local or regional as well. Mission

Through instruction and mentoring, the College of Natural Science & Mathematics promotes students\' self-motivation to excel and guides them towards professional careers and public service in an environment of life-long learning. Evaluation Criteria

Candidates will be evaluated on suitability of their graduate-level academic coursework and preparation, past teaching experiences, expertise and experience relevant to the effective teaching of mathematics and statistics, and potential for providing high-quality instruction to undergraduate students in assigned courses at CNSM. Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

We are seeking applicants with strong quantitative skills and experience teaching mathematics or statistics who possess a desire to help students succeed in reaching quantitative success. A Master\'s degree or Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics is strongly preferred. A closely related master\'s degree in another discipline may be considered if the applicant has a minimum of 18 graduate credits completed in Mathematics or Statistics, as appropriate. Applicants must have documented experience in teaching. College level teaching experience is strongly preferred. Experience teaching precalculus and calculus preferred. Applicants for teaching distance courses ideally should have experience teaching distance courses or in teaching the corresponding course face-to-face. Position Details

This is a part-time, adjunct faculty position.

Salary is variable based on the number of credits and degree held. CNSM amounts are greater than the minimum in the collective bargaining agreement. This is a pooled position, and applications are reviewed as needed during the academic year. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. Application and Contact

Please attach a resume/CV and cover letter. If your degree is in a related field, please upload your transcripts as well. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sheri Hall, CNSM HR Coordinator, at sahall5@alaska.edu or 907-474-6714. This is an at-will, union represented adjunct position, and may be canceled based upon the needs of the university. This position is represented by United Academic – Adjuncts, AAUP-AFT/AFL-CIO The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200. The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business. Access to the annual Security and Fire Safety Reports is provided by each university and contains information regarding campus safety and security; the reports also contain crime statistics and fire statistics for the specified years.

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