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Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on February 17, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.Position: Nine Month Fixed Term Appointment*Salary Type: Depends on qualificationsJob DescriptionThe Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Minnesota State University, Mankato currently has a vacancy for the 2024-2025 academic year. This position is eligible for renewal each year for up to three (3) additional years based on performance and need. The standard teaching load is twelve (12) credit hours per semester. The responsibilities and qualifications for this position are as follows:A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university?s additional locations, as assigned.The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFOMaster Agreement)Teach a co-requisite College Algebra classManage a small team of teaching assistantsTeach a wide spectrum of college mathematics including trigonometry, finite math business calculus, pre-calculus, calculus, and/or elementary statisticsMinimum QualificationsMaster?s Degree or PhD in mathematics, conferred on an official transcript and received in Human Resources prior to August 7, 2025.Experience teaching college level mathematics.Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism.Preferred QualificationExperience in teaching a co-requisite College Algebra classExperience in managing teaching assistantsExperience teaching a wide range of courses in mathematics.Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.Demonstrated ability to use technology in teaching mathematics.Demonstrated superior written and verbal communication skills.Willingness to provide professional service within the Department and University.Willingness to mentor students and supervise undergraduate and graduate students.Other RequirementsWork safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school?s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years? worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.AboutAdditional InformationThe Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers B. A., B. S., M. A. and M. S. programs in mathematics, statistics, and secondary teaching. The Department has 24 full-time faculty committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Faculty specialties include applied computational mathematics, number theory, combinatorial matrix theory, stochastic differential equations and stochastic processes, partial differential equations and industrial mathematics, topology and dynamical systems, statistics, numerical analysis, probability, algebraic combinatorics and discrete mathematics, real analysis, geometry, optimization, and both elementary and secondary mathematics education.Information describing the Department of Mathematics and Statistics can be found at: information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.University DemographicsMinnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:· Enhancing access and student success.· Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.· Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: 2030, the University?s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name?Minnesota State University, Mankato.Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor?s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota?s the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: Procedures: A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.Cover LetterNon-Photo Resume/Curriculum VitaeContact Information for three (3) referencesUnofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degreeA brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankato?s goals?A brief (no more than two pages) written statement addressing your teaching philosophy which should include a brief summary of teaching experience and evidence of effective teaching.CONTACT INFORMATION:Chair, Fixed-Term Search CommitteeDepartment of Mathematics and StatisticsMinnesota State University, Mankato273 Wissink HallMankato, MN 56001Email: search.mathmsp@mnsu.eduPhone: 507-389-1460*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State?s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
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Minnesota State University, Mankato is where tireless thought and innovative research bring real solutions to real needs. The University's environment of big ideas coupled with real-world thinking equip Minnesota State Mankato students to go well beyond expectations and into exciting, rewarding futures.A growing international reputation for breakthrough research distinguishes the University, as does the unique quality of life that marks the proud community of greater Mankato.
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