Assistant Professor (Continuing Track), Department of Mathematical Sciences

University of Delaware - Newark, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Newark, NJ

11-50 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Delaware's Department of Mathematical Sciences is seeking a Continuing Track Assistant Professor to provide exceptional instruction in introductory and intermediate-level mathematics courses, particularly calculus. This role involves coordinating large multi-section courses, mentoring less experienced instructors, and engaging in curriculum development. The position emphasizes a commitment to teaching a diverse student population and includes a workload primarily focused on teaching, with additional responsibilities in service and scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teaching introductory and intermediate-level mathematics courses (e.g., Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Engineering Math, Linear Algebra, ODE, Probabilities)
• Coordinating large multi-section courses in calculus and other introductory mathematics courses
• Mentoring less experienced instructors, including teaching assistants
• Refining shared curricula for introductory mathematics courses

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or a related field; for candidates whose doctoral degree is not in mathematics, a minimum of 12 credits in graduate-level mathematics is required
• Strong commitment to and potential for excellence in teaching
• Strong interest in teaching introductory college mathematics courses (e.g., Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus)
• Strong commitment to teaching a diverse population of students
• A record of scholarship and plans for continued engagement in the scholarship of teaching and learning or in a research area within mathematics

Nice-to-haves

• Experience as the instructor of record for introductory or intermediate-level college mathematics courses
• Evidence of excellence in teaching
• Experience teaching mathematics to a diverse student population
• Strong teamwork skills and/or experience working with teaching assistants

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation packages
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Support for dual-career couples
• Family-friendly policies promoting work-life balance