Lecturer in Mathematics
Job ID: 302985
Location: Georgia College & State Univ
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices.…
One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.
As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts
Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts
environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary
inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong
reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs
according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and
Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.
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combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts
college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and
staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning
through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and
community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad
opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone
project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and
critical thinking.
The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.
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Job SummaryThe College of Arts & Sciences seeks a Lecturer to teach undergraduate courses in mathematics. Candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching and have a commitment to integrating new technologies into the learning process. The candidate must also have the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower students to succeed. This non-tenure track faculty position, based in the Department of Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics, is a 10-month academic year position.
ResponsibilitiesFaculty- Teaching/Instructing
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Teaching Responsibilities
- Full-time instructional load teaching (5 courses) in areas of
expertise within the academic discipline
- Regular course meetings and instruction
- Other teaching responsibilities
Knowledge and ability to convey current philosophies, practices,
and theories related to the academic discipline.
Faculty also contribute to the Georgia College core curriculum by
teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y)
courses. All Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of
teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for
majors and non- majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts
mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage
students as they launch their
intellectual journey.
Faculty - Service to Institution
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All faculty are expected to help the department in recruiting
majors. Faculty members are expected to attend Department meetings
and events.
Faculty - Professional Development
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Faculty are expected to stay current in their field.
Educational Requirements
PhD degree in a closely related field with at least 18 hours of
graduate math courses.
Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements as stated in C.S.
3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials)).
Required Experience
Some teaching experience
Preferred Educational
Qualifications
Instructor of record for college level classes in the related
discipline.
Preferred Experience
Evidence of methodological innovation and creative teaching
strategies is highly desirable.
Starting salary $56,000
Relocation Negotiable
Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIES
- Build positive student relationships and provide mentorship
- Engage in continuous professional development
- Manage multiple courses and administrative responsibilities
- Solve problems and make data-driven decisions
- Collaborate with colleagues and participate in service
- Demonstrate leadership and take initiative
- Adapt to changing institutional needs
- Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
- Subject matter expertise and current disciplinary trends
- Curriculum design and program outcome alignment
- Assessment methods and student learning measurement
- Accreditation standards (SACSCOC and discipline-specific)
- Academic policies, procedures, and ethics
- Adult learning principles and adaptive learning styles
- Educational technology and learning management systems
SKILLS
Teaching:
- Course design and delivery
- Learning activity development and facilitation
- Technology integration and LMS proficiency
- Instructional adaptation
Assessment:
- Valid assessment instrument development
- Constructive feedback provision
- Data analysis for instructional improvement
Communication:
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Professional presentation abilities
- Active listening and collaboration Technology:
- Discipline-relevant software proficiency
- Multimedia and presentation tools
- Basic troubleshooting capabilities
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment OpportunityEqual opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Other InformationThis is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=36000&JobOpeningId=302985&PostingSeq=1
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