"Instructor (Mathematics) (Part-Time/Full-Time) (Multiple Positions)"

Position Highlights

The Department of Mathematics at the University of Arizona seeks highly qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Instructor. The primary role of the instructor is to create an engaging and meaningful learning experience for students in courses at the level of calculus and below. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to providing high quality mathematics instruction, and who will bring enthusiasm and expertise to this endeavor. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with other instructors to contribute to, and to be part of, an innovative teaching and learning environment.

We are able to offer varied FTE of 0.5-1.0 depending on the needs of our program and the incumbent. All positions are in-person at the University of Arizona Main Campus in Tucson.

This is an appointment for the 2025-2026 academic year. However, the Department of Mathematics may provide opportunities for reappointment based on performance, department needs, and funding. This is a non-tenure track teaching appointment.

The rate of pay for this position is $45,000 annually and will be prorated by a semester and an FTE between .50 - 1.00.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility is to teach in-person courses at the level of first-semester calculus and below, as needed by the department. This includes courses such as college algebra, pre-calculus, introductory statistics, and business calculus.
• Instructors are also expected to participate in various departmental activities, such as tutoring and mentoring programs. Full-time appointments usually require teaching 12 credit hours each semester.
• Additional responsibilities include attendance at all appropriate course meetings and related professional development sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics, or a Master's degree in another field and 18 units of graduate credit in mathematics, mathematics education, or statistics.
• Significant experience teaching mathematics in a university or college setting at the level of first-semester calculus and below.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience suited to teach the full range of 100-level math courses, including introductory statistics.
• Experience teaching at the University of Arizona.
• Experience working with University of Arizona practices and policies.
• Experience teaching and/or designing online courses.

Rank

Instructor

Tenure Information

Career-Track (CT)

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

To be Determined

Number of Hours Worked per Week

20-40

Job FTE

0.50 - 1.0

Work Calendar

Academic

Job Category

Faculty

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$45,000

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

2

Contact Information for Candidates

Marta Civil, Search Committee Chair, martac@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Five Additional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicant

Documents in addition to CV/resume required to be submitted with your application: 1. Statement of Teaching Philosophy 2. Transcript(s) 3. List of 3 professional references*, including contact information 4. Two letters of recommendation from professional references.* * Please note: The Department of Mathematics is seeking professional references for the candidate. We are interested in information related to the candidate's teaching experience, communication with students and colleagues, and departmental service. Although we ask that you submit two letters of recommendation, we may contact references to complete a brief questionnaire and/or answer questions about the candidate's qualifications.