MERCER UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
The Department of Mathematics at Mercer University
invites applications for one position at the level of Assistant
Professor of Mathematics. A Ph.D. in mathematics is expected.
Applicants with both a Ph.D. in mathematics education and a Masters in
mathematics will also be considered. The position begins in August
2010. Duties include teaching approximately 21 semester hours of
mathematics courses per year plus departmental duties as assigned by
the Chair and college duties as assigned by the Dean. The successful
candidate will show potential for excellence in teaching mathematics at
a liberal arts college, show potential for ongoing scholarship, and
demonstrate an ability to contribute to the development of programs in
the department (e.g., curriculum development and undergraduate
research). A lively interest in teaching an interdisciplinary course
outside of the department will be considered a plus in evaluating
candidates.
Apply online at www.mercerjobs.com.
A complete application will include a letter of application, current
vita, a statement of teaching philosophy, official transcripts of all
graduate work, and three confidential letters of recommendation.
Transcripts and letters of recommendations should be sent to Dr.
Kedrick Hartfield, Chair of Department of Mathematics, Mercer
University, Macon, Georgia 31207. E-mail address:
hartfield_kr@mercer.edu. Review of applications will begin November 30,
2009, and will continue until the position is filled. Department
representatives will attend the Employment Center at the Joint Meetings
in January.
Mercer
University is a comprehensive institution of 8,000 students enrolled in
ten colleges and schools. The College of Liberal Arts, the historic
core of the University, is a selective, residential institution serving
nearly 2,300 students and enrolling 1,400 undergraduates. The
University and College, which have a rich Baptist heritage, offer
educational programs distinguished by their rigor and by their
commitment to academic freedom.
Mercer University is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and members of
minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.