Mathematics-Adjunct Faculty

Location : Chicago, IL

Job Type : Adjunct Faculty

Job Number : 00981

Department : Mathematics

Opening Date : 05 / 24 / 2024

Summary

Saint Xavier University invites applicants for adjunct faculty in the Mathematics Department. Responsibilities include teaching introductory (100-level) general education and service course (college algebra, trigonometry, finite mathematics, statistics), elementary math education courses, and first year Calculus courses.

Evidence of exemplary teaching or teaching potential at the college level is preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned.
• Faculty are expected to prepare syllabi and course materials, use Canvas to post course documents, activities and grades, hold regular office hours, provide support and guidance to students, and communicate with students and colleagues in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching with a focus on active, engaged learning.
• Work with the department chair and other math faculty to assure quality and consistency across courses and programs.
• Participate and assist the department in the assessment of general education mathematics courses.

Qualifications

A Master's degree in Mathematics is required, a Ph.D. in mathematics is preferred.

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law.

Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive benefits package that meets the needs of both the individual and his / her family.

Many of the benefits are flexible and offer choices to meet various benefit needs. SXU employment benefits can be found