School of Arts & Sciences

Department of Mathematics

Assistant Professor-Tenure Track

Academic Year 2013-14

The Department of Mathematics is pleased to announce a new tenure track position beginning in Fall 2013. Duties of the successful candidate will include teaching mathematics classes at all levels, academic advising, serving on committees, carrying on creative activity, and participating in departmental and university governance.

Qualifications:  A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field is required. If Ph.D is in a related field, a Masters in Mathematics is required. Preference will be given to candidates with specialization or expertise in math history or elementary school pedagogy. Other evaluation criteria will include: teaching experience; a record of, or potential for scholarship; a record of, or potential for service to the university community; and appropriate technology experience.  As WCSU is a dynamic, diverse workplace, the ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from various backgrounds and cultures is highly valued.

Salary and Benefits: WCSU offers competitive salaries commensurate with candidates’ experience and a comprehensive benefit package. There are grant opportunities to support research and conference attendance. Additional information can be found on our website at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/

Application Materials: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, current vita, a teaching statement, three letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses your teaching experience/skills, and unofficial transcripts to facultyvitae@wcsu.edu . Reference search #600-135 in the subject line. Reference letters may be sent to Dr. David Burns, Mathematics Department Chair, WCSU, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT 06810. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Mathematics offers a graduate program leading to an MA in mathematics as well as undergraduate programs that lead to both a BA and a BS in mathematics.  BS programs in both Elementary Education and Secondary Education are offered. Departmental faculty have diverse interests including Algebra, Dynamical Systems, History of Mathematics, Statistics, Geometry, Teacher Education and Applications of Technology. Please visit www.wcsu.edu/math for more information.

Last Updated:11/12/12 , DRB