ASSISTANT PROFESSOR of MATHEMATICS EDUCATION
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for the 2009-2010 academic year for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education.
Responsibilities include teaching mathematics and mathematics education courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels; research in mathematics education; supervision of student teachers; working with mathematics educators in local schools; and service. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Successful candidates must have:
- a doctorate degree in mathematics education completed by the contract starting date, or a doctorate degree in mathematics with substantial training or experience in mathematics education
- experience in teaching mathematics at any level or research activity of any kind in mathematics education
Preference will be given to candidates with
- substantial evidence of high quality teaching
- potential for a productive research program
- potential to contribute to the department's mathematics education program at the undergrauate and graduate levels
- a demonstrated interest in mathematics education at the secondary level
- experience in teaching at the 7-12 grade levels
- experience in teaching 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
- a commitment to support the multicultural needs of Northern Arizona University and the surrounding area.
Northern Arizona University is a 22,500-student institution with its main campus in Flagstaff, a four-season community of about 62,000 residents 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. The university is committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment.
Send a letter of application, curriculum vita, plan of research, statement of teaching philosophy, graduate transcripts, and a summary of teaching evaluations, if available, to the address below. Also arrange for three confidential letter of reference to be sent directly to the same address.
Mathematics Educations Screening Committee
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Northern Arizona University
PO Box 5717
Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5717
The position will remain open until filled. Screening of applications will begin on January 19, 2009.
Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory resulty for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment histroy verification, and a degree verification (in som cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check.
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Norhtern 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.
