Mathematics Faculty Position

STERLING COLLEGE - STERLING, KANSAS

Address of Job Location: 125 W Cooper Ave, Sterling, Kansas 67579

Job Summary:
A full-time faculty position in the Mathematics Department is available beginning either January 2025 or August 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Teach a variety of mathematics courses to service both majors and non-majors.
• Advise mathematics, mathematics education, and pre-engineering majors.
• Recruit prospective students both by meeting with them on campus and assisting with mathematics recruitment activities.
• Assist in maintaining and revising the mathematics curriculum through assessment and program review.
• Work with the Education department and other mathematics faculty to maintain the mathematics secondary education program.
• Assist the Director of Academic Support and other mathematics faculty in addressing the mathematics needs of students, such as identifying tutors and determining appropriate placement exams.
• Strive to incorporate the Christian faith in the education of mathematics students.
• Participate in faculty governance and committees as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
All SC employees are expected to demonstrate a strong and articulate Christian faith, to model and mentor students in servant leadership and in the integration of faith into every aspect of life and learning. Specific requirements for this position include:
• Doctorate in mathematics or closely related field preferred, minimum of a master’s degree in mathematics or closely related field required.
• An understanding of undergraduate college students and an ability to relate well to them.
• An understanding of an interdisciplinary approach to the liberal arts, and an ability to work with faculty from diverse disciplines.

COMPENSATION
Salary and rank will be determined by credentials and experience. The College provides a benefits package and a stipend for moving expenses.

THE COLLEGE
Founded in 1887, and located in Sterling, Kansas, Sterling College’s mission is to develop creative and thoughtful leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith. With approximately 600 students, of which nearly 40% represent non-majority populations, and 48 full-time faculty members, the campus community shares a vision to serve God's world through training servant leaders and the development of future leaders through strategic partnerships. Learn more about us here.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must undergo a background check. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, completed faculty questionnaire, copies of graduate transcripts and the contact information for three references to: Dr. Ken Brown, Vice President for Academic Affairs. The online faculty questionnaire and other application information is available at our employment web page on the Mathematics job link. Materials are to be submitted electronically to rdodson@sterling.edu.

Job Responsibilities:
• Teach a variety of mathematics courses to service both majors and non-majors.
• Advise mathematics, mathematics education, and pre-engineering majors.
• Recruit prospective students both by meeting with them on campus and assisting with mathematics recruitment activities.
• Assist in maintaining and revising the mathematics curriculum through assessment and program review.
• Work with the Education department and other mathematics faculty to maintain the mathematics secondary education program.
• Assist the Director of Academic Support and other mathematics faculty in addressing the mathematics needs of students, such as identifying tutors and determining appropriate placement exams.
• Strive to incorporate the Christian faith in the education of mathematics students.
• Participate in faculty governance and committees as needed.

Job Requirements:
All SC employees are expected to demonstrate a strong and articulate Christian faith, to model and mentor students in servant leadership and in the integration of faith into every aspect of life and learning. Specific requirements for this position include:
• Doctorate in mathematics or closely related field preferred, minimum of a master’s degree in mathematics or closely related field required.
• An understanding of undergraduate college students and an ability to relate well to them.
• An understanding of an interdisciplinary approach to the liberal arts, and an ability to work with faculty from diverse disciplines.

Expiration Date of Job Posting: March 01, 2025

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