Job Description:
The University of Central Missouri is an equal employment opportunity employer
University of Central Missouri
Working Title Assistant Professor of Mathematics - Tenure Track
Department 220810-Mathematics
Pay Rate Per faculty salary model
FTE 1.0
FLSA Exempt
Position Number 998448
Classification Faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants: The Department of Mathematics, Actuarial Science, & Statistics at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in Mathematics to begin in August 2024. Applicants with a Ph.D. in Mathematics with a specialty in discrete mathematics will be preferred. ABD may be considered.
To apply online, go to https://jobs.ucmo.edu. Apply to position 998448. The following items should be attached: a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, a teaching and research statement, copies of transcripts, and a list of at least three professional references including their names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses. Official transcripts and three letters of recommendation will be requested for candidates invited for on-campus interview. For more information, please contactDr. Phoebe McLaughlin, Search Committee ChairDepartment of Mathematics, Actuarial Science, & StatisticsUniversity of Central MissouriWarrensburg, MO 64093(660) 543-4790pmclaughlin@ucmo.edu
Initial screening of applications begins May 1, 2024, and continues until position is filled. A background check is required before final offer of employment.
UCM is a public comprehensive university with more than 12,300 students and is located 35 miles southeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area in Warrensburg, MO. The Department of Mathematics, Actuarial Science, & Statistics offers BS in Actuarial Science and Statistics with Actuarial Science option and Statistics option, BS in Mathematics, BSE in Secondary Education – Mathematics, and MS in Mathematics with Actuarial Science and Statistics option and Mathematics option. UCM requires that all faculty applicants complete the on-line faculty profile. All documents requested must be attached to the profile at the time of application. Only completed faculty profiles with attached documents will be accepted for this position.
The University of Central Missouri is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Working hours: Professional Faculty Hours
Bargaining Unit No
Posting Date 04/22/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Purpose The primary responsibilities of the position are to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mathematics; conduct in scholarly research/activities that lead toward peer-reviewed publications; and assist with department and university committee work and service activities and advising students. The typical teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. A reduced teaching load for research and other professional responsibilities is possible.
Education & Formal Training
Doctorate degree (Specify field(s) of study below)
Other Education & Formal Training Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Mathematics by August 2024
Computer Skills
Word-Processing, Presentation
Experience Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to teach existing courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels
Commitment to engage in curricular development/assessment at the undergraduate and graduate levels
A strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and continued professional growth
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:
Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality
Special Working Conditions: Irregular work hours, Professional appearance, Work in stressful conditions
Ability to Keyboard No keyboarding test required.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you understand that the university requires a background check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected candidate is contingent upon the results of this check?
(Open Ended Question)
* Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
