Job Details
Description
As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University seeks an Open Rank Professor of Mathematics and Chair to promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by having a comprehensive, regional institution of higher education dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions and offers a multitude of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs.
Marian University has experienced tremendous success and growth over the last decade and is expanding its academic offerings in various areas. The Department of Mathematical & Computational Sciences at Marian University is a collaborative academic community committed to fostering student engagement, problem solving, and communication. The department is seeking a dynamic and innovative colleague to lead the department and grow the program. Marian offers B.S and B.A. degrees in Mathematics and B.A. in Mathematics for Secondary Education.
The department also houses a B.S. in Computer Science and serves the general education and professional foundational needs of every college and school. We invite qualified applicants for the position of full-time, tenure track Associate Professor of Mathematics. Candidates with significant experience may be considered for a higher rank. This appointment is anticipated to be effective for the Fall 2025 semester.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies.
- Exhibit leadership interest and potential, promote academic excellence, actively participate in the life of the campus and help advance the institution
- Manage program planning, faculty evaluation, and the department budget
- Teach various Mathematics courses for the major, service courses, and contribute to the general education program
- A standard teaching load at Marian is 24 credit hours; a load release will be granted for administrative responsibilities
- Be involved in service to the university and engaged in research and scholarship
- Be a team player, embrace a student-centered culture, and be a part of a dedicated team of faculty and staff with a positive demeanor.
- Mentor and advise students and supervise student research as well as internships
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and strategic vision of Marian University
- D. in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, teaching experience commensurate with rank
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of higher education and demonstrated teaching excellence
- Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work independently with colleagues throughout the university and in the community
- Demonstrated potential for excellence and innovation in student-centered instruction.
- Demonstrated interest in curriculum and program development.
- Demonstrated commitment to pedagogical and assessment strategies that support student success.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For Consideration All Applications Require:
- Cover Letter
- Current resume or CV
- Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
- Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.
Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:
https://www.marian.edu/faith
Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
