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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Northern Arizona University (NAU) seeks a dynamic and innovative scholar for a tenure-track assistant professor position in mathematics education beginning August 21, 2017. The successful applicant will further NAU’s commitment to strategically increase its capacity to provide local and national leadership in mathematics education through innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, professional development, and scholarship.
Minimum Qualifications
- Earned doctoral degree in mathematics education, or in a closely-related field with substantial education and experience in mathematics and mathematics education, expected by August 21, 2017.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with
- substantial evidence of high quality teaching
- a demonstrated potential for a productive research program
- a demonstrated interest/ability to contribute to the department’s mathematics education program at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- three or more years of experience in teaching mathematics at the middle or secondary level
- experience in teaching mathematics education courses at the university level
- experience in teaching and developing on-line courses
- experience in teaching and developing pedagogical courses for combined mathematics and science preservice teachers
- experience and/or commitment to work effectively with NAU’s diverse faculty, staff, and student populations
- interest/experience in pursuing research and/or professional development grants
- Demonstrated commitment to working with pre-service and in-service teachers.
Northern Arizona University is a 29,000-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 70,000 at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks. NAU’s emphasis on undergraduate education is enhanced by its graduate programs and research as well as distance learning. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes.
The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment.
For information about diversity, access, and equity at NAU, see nau.edu/Center-for-University-Access-and-Inclusion/.
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has 32 permanent faculty (6 in statistics) and offers Bachelors’ degrees in mathematics and secondary education in mathematics; Masters’ degrees in statistics, mathematics and mathematics education; and a graduate certificate in applied statistics. For more information about the department please visit www.math.nau.edu.
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification, and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has 44 full-time faculty and offers bachelors’ degrees in mathematics and secondary education in mathematics; masters’ degrees in statistics, mathematics, and mathematics education; and a graduate certificate in applied statistics. For more information about the department visit www.math.nau.edu.
To apply, visit http://nau.edu/human-resources/careers/faculty-and-administrator-openings/, navigate to the online posting of this position, and follow the directions there. Application must include an attachment that contains: (i) a letter of application addressing the aforementioned qualifications; (ii) your curriculum vita (including a current e-mail address); (iii) plan of research; (iv) statement of teaching philosophy; (v) unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts; (vi) a summary of teaching evaluations (if available). Save all items, in the order stated, as a single PDF or Word document.
Also arrange for three confidential letters of reference. Do not upload these letters to the application, they must be signed originals and mailed to the address below:
Mathematics Education Screening Committee
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5717,
or scanned to pdf files and emailed to MathEdProfessor@nau.edu.
Queries may also be sent to the email address above.
If you have problems submitting application attachments in the form of a Word or PDF document please contact the department for assistance.
If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on line at http://hr.nau.edu or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process please contact the Equity and Access Office at 928-523-3312/TDD - 928-523-1006 or PO Box 4083, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following prior to employment: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification, and a degree verification (in some cases). You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees’ right to work in the United States.
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
PO Box 5717
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5717
(928) 523-3481
fax (928) 523-5847