Job Description

The Department of Mathematics seeks applications throughout the year from individuals who are interested in a non-tenure track, temporary adjunct teaching assignment. A research component is not required.

Applications will be reviewed when a vacancy occurs.

Instructors must hold a M.S. degree in Mathematics or closely related area and are typically hired on a semester bases or for 9-months or more, and can be either part-time or full-time depending on departmental instructor need, student enrollment numbers, and funding.

Assistant Professor appointments must hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics or related area and are typically hired for 9-month period or more, and can be either part-time or full-time, depending on departmental instructor need, student enrollment numbers, and funding.

Adjunct faculty will be 100% teaching, with no expectation of conducting research or service.

Full Consideration Date:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on April 30, 2027.

Essential Job Duties:

• Teach a breadth of undergraduate mathematics courses.
• Prepare and present lessons as outlined in the course syllabi.
• Hold weekly office hours available to all students.
• Participate in group reviews prior to all exams.
• Administer and grade course exams up to 4 times per semester.
• Attend course coordinator meetings.
• Efficient and professional use of Content Management System (currently Canvas).
• Efficient and professional management of communications with all enrolled students.
• Follow Student Disability Center guidelines for qualified students.
• Turn in grade and syllabus to front office undergraduate coordinator at the conclusion of the semester:

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment criminal background check (required for all new hires)

Supervision:

This position does not have a supervisory role

Minimum Qualifications:

• Instructor requirements: M.S. in Mathematics or closely related areas and 2 years previous university teaching experience.

OR

• Non-tenure track Assistant Professor requirements: Ph.D. in Mathematics or closely related areas and 3 years previous university teaching experience.
• Successful candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Mathematics will not provide visa sponsorship for these positions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching a wide variety of lower division (100-300 level) undergraduate mathematics courses which may include pre-calculus courses and any of the calculus series courses.
• Experience preparing and presenting lessons as outlined in the course syllabus, as well as manage homework assignments, exams, and communications.
• Experience with pedagogy in teaching, using labs, flipped classrooms, smart technologies, and inquiry based learning methods.
• Experience teaching large sections (greater than 75 students) in a variety of calculus classes and above.
• Experience coordinating large mathematics service courses in the calculus series and above.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a current resume/CV. Optional application materials include a cover letter and Teaching Statement.

This is an open pool posting. Applications will be reviewed as hiring needs arise, and qualified applicants may be contacted by individual faculty members if a suitable opportunity becomes available. This pool will expire on April 30, 2027. Applicants wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.