Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Specialization: Mathematics Education

Search #: 10-003

Description of Duties / Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate/master's-level courses in mathematics education and mathematics, pursue creative activities, and participate in department and university service. Normal teaching load is 12 credit-hours per semester.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate in mathematics, or Doctorate in mathematics education with the equivalent of a Master's degree in mathematics, evidence of quality teaching, potential for scholarly growth. A candidate for this position should be someone with experience/interest in the mathematical preparation of secondary/elementary school teachers.

Preferred Qualifications:

Evidence of experience in the K-12 arena is highly desirable.

Application Process:

Send letter of application, vita, graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable), statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of reference (at least one of which should address teaching) to

Dr. Richard DeCesare,  Search Committee Chair
Mathematics Department
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent St.
New Haven, CT 06515.

In your cover letter, please indicate whether you will be attending the Joint Meeting of the AMS/MAA in San Francisco, CA. Note that in order for an application to receive full consideration, all materials must be received by December 16, 2009.  Position open until filled. For further information about our department, visit our website at http://www.southernct.edu/departments/math/.

SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.