Adjunct Faculty: Mathematics

Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.

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The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science includes 13 full-time faculty members and a core of committed adjunct faculty members.  The department is located in Augsburg's newest building -- the Hagfors Center for Science, Business, and Religion which opened in 2018.  Classes throughout the department incorporate active learning and student activities or projects. Faculty get to know students well with normally no more than 28 students per class.  Students from majors across campus take introductory mathematics and statistics courses as part of their major or to fulfill the university's general education requirements. Our developmental curriculum supports students in preparing for college level courses.  Our introductory and developmental courses are designed to engage a diverse student audience through meaningful examples and applications, make use of modern technology, and provide ample support for student success.

General Statement of Duties: The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach introductory courses in mathematics.

Teach one or two sections of introductory courses in mathematics such as Finite Mathematics (for Business students), Mathematics in Society, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers, Discrete Mathematics, Precalculus, and Developmental Mathematics. Available courses vary by term. Most classes are held during the day, 2-3 days per week. Some classes meet once or twice a week in the evenings. In addition to teaching the class and grading student work, instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email, hold regularly scheduled office hours, reach out to students with course progress information, and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. A course syllabus with calendar, textbook and homework selection, sample activities and exams, and shared office space are typically provided. Most classes are taught in-person on our Minneapolis campus. Each fall or spring semester course requires approximately 12-15 hours/week for 15-16 weeks.

Compensation & Benefits
Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284

• $5,500 to $6,550 per course*
• Eligible for 1-1.5% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate or 3-credit graduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.
 

Review of applications is on-going during summer (for fall), fall (for spring), and spring (for summer).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners. 
• A Master's in Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics Education, or a related field is preferred. For most courses, licensure to teach Mathematics in Grades 9-12 is also accepted. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• The ideal candidate will have some experience teaching at the post-secondary level or significant experience teaching at the secondary level. 

For full consideration, candidates must submit all of the following information at the time of application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vita or Resume
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies accepted for initial application; official transcripts will be required for hire). 

Your cover letter should

• Highlight your experience or interest in teaching at the university level;
• List which introductory mathematics or statistics courses would be interested in teaching (as available);
• Identify your general availability during the day and/or evenings; and
• Indicate whether you are interested in in-person or synchronous online teaching (or either).

Professional references will be requested at a later date. 

Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. 

As part of Augsburg University's commitment to intentional diversity, 50% of our current student body identifies as Black, Indigenous, and persons of color. The emerging interdisciplinary Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies builds on this foundation to further diversify our academic curriculum and co-curricular programs. We do this work out of historical and contemporary obligations rooted in our ethical and intellectual commitments to prepare our diverse student body for a cosmopolitan world.

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.

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