Northern Arizona University, Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Position ID: NAU-VLM [#22687]
Position Title: Visiting Lecturer of Mathematics (Multiple Openings)
Position Type: Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location: Flagstaff, Arizona 86011, United States of America
Application Deadline: finished (2023/07/20, finished 2024/07/18)
Position Description:    

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Visiting Lecturer of Mathematics (Multiple Openings)


Location: Mathematics & Statistics
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 607368
Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Workplace Culture

NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.



Special Information

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Northern Arizona University (NAU) seeks a dynamic teacher for a position as visiting lecturer beginning August 21, 2023. The successful applicant will further NAU's commitment to promoting student success in teaching mathematics courses at the lower division.

Job Description

A nine-month academic year position in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the level of Visiting Lecturer. Primary responsibilities include teaching entry-level undergraduate mathematics courses. Other responsibilities may include providing service to the department.

This position is non-tenure track for one academic year.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Teaching experience at the college level.
  • Completed Master's in mathematics, mathematics education, or closely related field at time of application.


Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:
  • Strong academic record in mathematics coursework;
  • A record of teaching at the college level that includes being the instructor of record for at least two different mathematics courses.
  • Ability to teach a wide variety of lower-division mathematics courses.
  • Evidence of high-quality teaching and commitment to student success.
  • Record of teaching, mentorship, and performance that will contribute to the success of NAU students.


General Information

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has 40 permanent faculty and offers bachelors' degrees in mathematics, secondary mathematics education, and data science; and masters' degrees in mathematics, mathematics education, and statistics; as well as various undergraduate minors and graduate certificates.

Northern Arizona University is a 29,569-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 70,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. NAU's emphasis on undergraduate education is enhanced by its graduate programs and research as well as distance learning. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes.

The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment.

For information about diversity, access, and equity at NAU, see the Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage.

Background Information

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

$60,000 for academic year

Benefits

This is a Faculty (FAC) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP); sick leave accruals and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified family members. More information on benefits at NAU is available at the NAU HR benefits page. Faculty are hired on a contract basis, renewable according to terms of the Conditions of Faculty Service. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). Employees will have 31 days from date of hire to enroll in benefits, and their benefits will then be effective the first day of the pay period following their completed enrollment. If a new employee chooses the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) retirement option, participation in the ASRS Plan (and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it) will begin on the first of the pay period following 183 days of employment. New employees who choose to participate in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP; an alternative to the ASRS plan) will begin to participate on the first day of the pay period following election. The long-term disability plan that accompanies the ORP will begin on the first day of the pay period following election. More information about NAU benefits is available at the NAU HR benefits page.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Submission Deadline

This vacancy will be open until filled or closed. Review of applications will begin on July 28, 2023.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button at the end of the job description if viewing this position through the NAU HR website. Otherwise, to view the original post and to apply, proceed to nau.jobs, follow the 'Current Openings' link, locate vacancy 607368, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.

To apply for this position, please click on the “Apply Now” button on this page.

For consideration for this position, submit:
  1. a letter of application addressing the job description, minimum and preferred qualifications;
  2. a curriculum vitae or resume;
  3. a statement describing personal teaching philosophy;
  4. unofficial graduate transcripts; and
  5. contact information for three references. At least two of the references should be able to address teaching.

If you have questions regarding the position, please send email to MathNTT@nau.edu.

If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the HR website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

FLSA Status

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

NAU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Postal Mail:
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Box 5717
Flagstaff AZ 86011
Web Page: www.math.nau.edu