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The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at James Madison University invites applications for a visiting position, renewable for two years, starting August 2019. The successful applicant will join a growing number of mathematics educators in the department. Collaboration with current mathematics education faculty in the department and in the College of Education is encouraged.
The successful candidate is expected to engage in teaching, research and service. Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses for pre-service elementary and middle grades teachers.
Candidates should be invested in the teaching and improvement of mathematics content courses for prospective elementary and middle grades. Candidates should at minimum have a masters degree in mathematics or mathematics education or the equivalent by the time of the appointment. Complete applications will include:
• Letter of application addressing the specific nature of this position, • Curriculum vitae, • Statement of teaching philosophy, • Statement of scholarly interests • Transcript photocopies, and • Three letters of recommendation. Applicants should submit all application materials including a cover letter addressing the particular requirements of this position at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/13488 In addition, applicants must complete a short application form at https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/4739 (click on "apply for this job"). Other application materials are not required at the joblink site, and applicant need only answer required questions.
Review of applications begins February 10, 2019. Apply by that date to guarantee full consideration.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. About JMU:
Mission We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are Established in 1908, James Madison University is a comprehensive public institution offering undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs to more than 20,000 students. JMU is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and has been continuously cited in U.S. News and World Report, Changing Times and Money Magazine as an outstanding public university. Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. Known for its livability, diversity, local food, arts and natural surroundings, this Virginia Main Street community is a great place to live and work.
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991. |