Lecturer I (Mathematics)

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of the latest teaching and learning theories and tools within the teaching field, and update courses to reflect changes in the field of study; prepare comprehensive syllabi for all courses taught and adhere to the course descriptions in the University Catalog.
• Observe the Faculty Office Hours, Campus Presence, and Online Presence requirements; meet their classes regularly and promptly, at times and places scheduled; classes should be canceled only for the most serious reasons, and students should be given advance notice, if at all possible, of instructor's absences; be helpful and fair to all students, and consider the wide range of factors and physical challenges that can affect student learning; return graded work to students promptly; schedule assessments to ensure that the final course grade is an accurate indicator of each student's knowledge and performance.
• Be cognizant of the student learning outcomes and the established performance targets for the core curriculum and/or the academic program to which course being taught is related; ensure that agreed upon assignments are administered, evaluated, uploaded to Canvas, and used as a basis for improving student learning which is commonly referred to as closing the loop.
• Observe the University Final Examination Schedule;
• Post attendance and grades in Panthertracks as required;
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of students' examinations, assignments, and grades;
• Meet all internal deadlines relevant to proper management of the program, dept./division, and school/college (such as, ordering textbooks with OER designation, ordering regular textbooks, publishing courses in e-Courses, updating professional records in PantherFolio, etc.).

Required Education and Experience

• Master's degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field by August 2025.
• No prior teaching experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Present evidence of teaching excellence, preferably at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrate an ability to teach mathematics and/or statistics courses, both for majors and non-majors.
• Present evidence of effective technology incorporation in the classroom.
• Present evidence of being able to contribute to the Mathematics program.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Great interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Statistics or Mathematics.
• Earned credit in graduate courses in statistics.
• Equivalent of three years full-time teaching experience in university-level courses in mathematics and/or statistics.
• Evidence of successful and effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
• To teach online, a candidate must be certified. The University recognizes Quality Matters certifications achieved at other institutions.

Job Posting Close Date: Until Filled

Required Attachments

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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