Lecturer - Mathematics, Statistics, And Computer Science

Lecturer - Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science

Hiring Department: Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1023673

Posting Close Date: March 25, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

LECTURER
Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science
University of Illinois at Chicago

The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science at UIC expects openings at full and/or part-time Lecturer positions available Fall 2024. Each position is responsible for teaching general mathematics, computer programming, statistics, and/or mathematics education courses, advising and assisting students, and supervising teaching assistants, as needed.
Qualifications include experience teaching mathematics, computer programming, statistics, and/or mathematics education at the university or college level, and a Master’s Degree or doctoral degree in mathematics or a related discipline. Applicants should be qualified to teach a range of undergraduate courses in math, statistics, Computer Science, and/or mathematics education.
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with and/or a commitment to innovative student-centered teaching methods, such as active learning.
These appointments would be for a single semester or entire academic year, ranging from 33% to 100%. The standard teaching load for a 100% appointment is 6 courses per year (3 per semester). These are faculty appointments but not tenure-track. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and final authorization of the positions is subject to the availability of funding.
To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by March 4, 2024, but applications will be accepted through March 25, 2024. Applications should be submitted through MathJobs.Org. No applications will be accepted by surface mail or e-mail.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, see the UI HR website: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899

Position Summary
Lecturers teach courses assigned, 3 courses per semester and provide service to the Department and University.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach general mathematics, computer programming, statistics, and/or mathematics education courses, advise and assist students, and supervise Teaching Assistants. advise students

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications include experience teaching mathematics, computer programming, statistics, and/or mathematics education at the university or college level, and a Master’s Degree or doctoral degree in mathematics or a related discipline. Applicants should be qualified to teach a range of undergraduate courses in math, statistics, Computer Science, and/or mathematics education.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with and/or a commitment to innovative student-centered teaching methods, such as active learning.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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