Instructor/Lecturer, Mathematics and Statistics

Job Description

Instructor/Lecturer, Mathematics and Statistics
Wright State University

EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title: Instructor/Lecturer, Mathematics and Statistics

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department: Mathematics & Statistics

EEO number: 25Y163

Position FTE: 100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate:

Salary Band: NA FA

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at WSU invites applications for a faculty position in mathematics and statistics at the rank of Instructor or Lecturer. The department is engaged in several innovative projects in curriculum design and delivery including co-requisite remediation in the first year courses. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated teaching experience and interest relevant to these initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

For appointment at the Instructor level:

• A Master's degree or above in Mathematics or Statistics anticipated by start date;
• At least one year of teaching introductory mathematics or statistics courses at the university level or equivalent.

For appointment at the Lecturer level:

• A Ph.D. in mathematics, mathematics education, statistics or related area anticipated by start date;
• At least three years teaching at the university level, or equivalent, with documented teaching of introductory mathematics or statistics courses.

Preferred Qualifications

For both ranks preference will be given to candidates with:

• Documented experience in implementing evidence-based teaching practices;
• Documented experience in designing curriculum;
• Documented experience with active learning methods of instruction.

Essential Functions and percent of time

• Teach up to 12 credit hours of undergraduate courses in mathematics or statistics per semester, including courses in the first two years of the Calculus sequence (75%).
• Conduct service activities in collaboration with the department and the college 25%).

Working Conditions

Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply candidates should submit a cover letter, a vita, a copy of graduate transcripts, a personal statement that addresses their experiences in teaching relevant to departmental initiatives, and arrange for three letters of recommendation addressing the candidates’ teaching. All materials should be uploaded to the WSU jobs website.

First Consideration Date: 04/06/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/22041