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Form of workPOSITION TITLE: Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics
REPORTS TO: Math & Science Division Chair, Dr. Katy Everett
POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Science and Mathematics at Eureka College invites applications for one Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) of Mathematics with a focus in applied mathematics and/or data science beginning on August 12, 2024. The successful candidate will teach 24 credits annually, along with assisting in advising computer science and math majors and occasionally mentoring senior thesis projects as part of the college’s Honors Program. The successful candidate may be required to participate in the college’s interdisciplinary programs including first year seminar and help to develop a Data Science program at Eureka College. This position has the potential to become tenure track after year one.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits per academic year) of undergraduate coursework in mathematics.
Courses in 2024-25 academic year may include:
- Precalculus
- Calculus with Analytic Geometry 1 & 2
- Discrete Mathematics
- Linear Algebra
- Probability & Statistics
- Abstract Algebra
Future courses if position is extended beyond the visiting year could include and/or introduce:
- College Algebra
- Differential Equations
- Geometry
- Real Analysis
- Intro to Data Science
- Statistical Theory and Methods
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Data Science with Python and/or R (course series
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Help introduce Data Science major at the college
- Serve on college committees
- Participate in faculty governance (monthly meetings)
- Supervise undergraduate honors theses & research (as needed)
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
None
EDUCATION
Essential: PhD in Pure or Applied Mathematics or Data Science
(or a closely related field) preferred. MS applications will also be considered.
(or a closely related field) preferred. MS applications will also be considered.
Desirable: Knowledge or computer programming, data science and/or statistics
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
None
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Work is routinely performed both indoor and outdoor, in office environment and in gyms, on playing fields, and other recreational environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
WORK SCHEDULE: Normal workday is Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM including one hour allocated for lunch. Flexibility in the work schedule is required to accommodate occasional evening and weekend hours, including attendance in December and May Commencements.
