About this opportunity
University of La Verne lists this Assistant Professor of Mathematics opportunity in la verne, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Functional Title
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Job Description Summary
The Mathematics and Physics Department of the University of La Verne invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics beginning Fall 2024.
Overview of the Department
The Mathematics and Physics Department currently has 5 full-time mathematics faculty members, and approximately 40 mathematics majors and 10 minors. The current faculty members research in areas of applied mathematics and mathematics education.
Overview of the Institution
Ethical Reasoning: The university affirms a value system that actively supports peace with justice, respect of individuals and humanity, and the health of the planet and its people. Students are reflective about personal, professional, and societal values that support professional and social responsibility.
Diversity and Inclusivity: The university supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff.
Lifelong Learning: The university promotes intellectual curiosity and the importance of lifelong learning. It teaches students how to learn, to think critically, to be capable of original research, and to access and integrate information to prepare them for continued personal and professional growth.
Civic and Community Engagement: The university asserts a commitment to improving and enhancing local, regional, and global communities.
The university is committed to broadening the participation of students in STEM fields by enacting an anti-racist agenda, and fostering equitable classroom and professional spaces. A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), including how it pertains to student success and pedagogy, should be evident in the candidate’s professional activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants are expected to have completed a Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree in mathematics education, statistics, mathematics, or a related field by August 15, 2024.
Preferred Qualifications
The university supports collaborative research, teaching, and service that actively inform and improve equity and social and racial justice. In particular, the university welcomes candidates with:
demonstrated interest in and commitment to supporting the development of people of color, LGBTQ+, women, non-binary students, students with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented populations.
a history and evidence of exhibiting their work in supporting the growth, education, and development of people of color, LGBTQ+, women, non-binary students, students with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented populations.
experience in advocating for equity in creating opportunities for people with diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientation, ability, and gender expressions.
Duties
recognize both strengths and areas of improvement in their teaching, advising, scholarship, and service.
demonstrate a continued practice of growth and reflection to improve their roles as a professor, advisor, scholar, and colleague.
Benefits Summary
Salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equity.
comprehensive health and wellness plan
tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children
a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan
a generous time off plan
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
Salary Range
Minimum: $66,560
Maximum: $70,000
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Worksite address
la verne, CA, 91750, US
Who can apply
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