Assistant/Associate Professor of Mathematics

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Fisk University - Nashville, TN

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Job Category

Education

Description

Fisk University is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor-level position in Mathematics that will provide an excellent

opportunity for an academic career based on curriculum innovation, scholarship, and academic service. The successful

candidate will ensure that students meet high academic standards while providing a nurturing and learner-centered

environment in the classroom. The individual should have demonstrated experience and expertise in curriculum

innovation, interdisciplinary studies, and innovative teaching strategies. Teaching and scholarly excellence in the areas

of specialty will be a high priority. Additionally, the individual is strongly urged to integrate instruction with research and

community service. The individual should be able to work productively with students and colleagues of diverse ethnic

and cultural backgrounds. Service on University committees and contribution to the development of the University’s

Mission and Vision is required. The department faculty members have successfully obtained several federally funded

research grants (NSF/NIH) and the individual will have opportunities to establish a funded research program.

Essential Functions

Primary responsibilities include teaching introductory and upper-division courses (12 credit hours per semester).

Excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level is essential. Understanding, support, and willingness to participate in

the advancement of the liberal arts is required. An active scholarly research agenda that is open to participation of

undergraduate students is expected. A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.

Secondary Functions

Additional expectations of an Assistant or Associate Professor include participation in the Faculty Assembly, University

service as an academic advisor and engagement in activities that generate professional development leading to

demonstrated achievement and other mandatory campus events.

Qualifications

Education: A doctorate degree in mathematics or relevant areas.

Experience: None required, but prior teaching experience strongly preferred

Licenses or Certificates: None

Additional Requirements: A background and/or credit check will be required of the successful applicant. An official

transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required of the

successful applicant.