Lecturer of Mathematics

Position Overview

The University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley (Menasha, WI) is searching for a Lecturer of Mathematics for the Fall 2009 semester with classes beginning August 26.

Responsibilities

Teach the following classes and hold office hours for students:

MAT 091-07 TTh 2:30p-4:15p (4 credits) - Intended for students with little or no previous algebra. Topics include the real number system and operations with real numbers and algebraic expressions linear equations and inequalities polynomials factoring and introduction to quadratic equations.

MAT 108-03 TTh 5:15p-6:30p (3 credits) - This course is intended to develop analytic reasoning and the ability to solve quantitative problems. Topics to be covered include construction and interpretation of graphs functional relationships descriptive statistics geometry and spatial visualization math of finance exponential growth and basic probability. Appropriate use of units and dimensions estimates mathematical notation and available technology will be emphasized throughout the course. Prereq: (a) two years of high school algebra (b) a grade of C or better in MAT 105 or (c) course(s) equivalent to (a) or (b).

MAT 110-07 TTh 6:40p-7:55p (3 credits) - Definition of function; linear and non-linear functions and graphs including logarithmic and exponential functions; systems of linear equations; theory of polynomial equations and optional topics such as mathematical induction matrix solution of linear systems and Cramer's rule. Prereq: A grade of C or better in MAT 105 or placement based on placement test score.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are as follows: To teach MAT 091, undergraduate degree in mathematics; to teach MAT 108 and 110, a Masters Degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or comparable background in mathematics.

Salary

$1,137 to 1,422 per credit estimated at the 2008-09 instructional academic staff salary schedule, depending on rank and level of appointment.

Application Deadline and How to Apply

Review of applications will begin July 10, 2009 and continue until position is filled. To apply, submit contact information for three references, a vita, copies of transcripts or unofficial transcripts, and an introductory letter that relates your teaching philosophy to your experience and qualifications to FOXPOS@UWC.EDU. Application materials submitted as text or pdf attachments under 10MB appreciated.

For More Information

If you have questions with regard to this position, contact Dr. Alexander Lavrentiev at alexander.lavrentiev@uwc.edu or (920) 832-2819 or Dean's Office Manager Juli McGuire at juli.mcguire@uwc.edu or (920) 832-2610.

Applications must be accompanied by a statement whether the applicant wishes to have the application held in confidence or made available to the public upon request. Employment will require a criminal background check.

UW-Fox Valley is an AA/EO employer and encourages women, members of minority groups, and veterans to apply.