Adjunct Faculty, Mathematics

Dominican University invites applications for an adjunct faculty member in mathematics. Responsibilities include teaching mathematical concepts for first-year undergraduate students.

The start date for the position is January 11, 2027. Adjunct Faculty appointments are per semester and contingent upon enrollment.

Instructors are sought for the following course:

Module content includes basic skills in mathematics and intermediate algebra; college algebra content that is not present in the Elementary Mathematical Modeling course.

Students work through a sequence of modules. Each module has a post-assessment so that students can demonstrate proficiency in each topic. Students meet in a classroom and bring their computers to work through modules and have an instructor and peer tutors providing individualized instruction. Module content includes basic skills in mathematics and intermediate algebra skills.

This course introduces fundamental concepts in set theory, logic, probability, and statistics, with applications across multiple disciplines. Students will explore how sets and Venn diagrams model relationships in real-world situations, how symbolic logic and truth tables support clear reasoning and structured argumentation, and how probability and counting principles are used to analyze risk, uncertainty, and decision-making. Building on these foundations, the course examines statistical methods for gathering, interpreting, and presenting data, including measures of central tendency, variability, normal distributions, and correlation.

Emphasis is placed on interdisciplinary relevance: in cybersecurity, legal studies, health studies, and in translation and interpretation. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with mathematical reasoning tools that enhance problem-solving and critical thinking in diverse professional fields.

Master’s degree in Mathematics or a related field.

Demonstrated experience in teaching mathematics courses.

• Adhering to the university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting
• information to university offices.
• Administering student evaluation and timely and accurately submitting the required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluations.
• Grading weekly assignments, responding to student emails and phone calls promptly, and providing feedback in a timely manner.
• Preparing course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to the subject matter.
• Meeting with students and hosting office hours.
• Adhering to the goals and objectives of the course, as guided by the Department Chair.

Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around

Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Salary:
The actual pay is determined based on credentials, course level, and credit hours

FLSA Status:
Exempt, Part-Time

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability,…