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Instructional Term Faculty

Job in Fairfax, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22030, USA
Listing for: George Mason University
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    University Professor, Academic, Faculty
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Instructional Term Faculty (Open Rank)

Instructional Term Faculty (Open Rank)

The position will teach four (4) undergraduate courses in the academic year with two (2) in the fall semester and two (2) in the spring semester (lower and upper level such as Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations) each semester and provide some service duties associated with the department's undergraduate degree. Teaching one (1) course during the summer session may be required depending on the level of other summer duties.

This is a state-funded, full-time (12-month) instructional (non-tenure-track) faculty position. The position is renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance. Anticipated

Start Date:

Summer 2026.

Responsibilities:

Instruction/Teaching

  • Teaches four (4) undergraduate courses with two (2) in the fall semester and two (2) in the spring semester (lower and upper level) each semester such as Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations;
  • Teaches one additional course in the summer term.

Service

  • Coordinates courses;
  • Mentors students; and
  • Serves on departmental committees.

Additional Assignment Responsibilities

  • Manages the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of approximately 50 undergraduate Mathematics Learning Assistants (LAs);
  • Coordinates scheduling, facilitate weekly LA preparation meetings, and handle personnel management (mentoring and disciplinary actions);
  • Organizes and leads Summer Boot Camps and STEM Bridge programs (planning occurs during Spring; execution during Summer contract); and
  • Serves as the instructor of record for a Math LA Pedagogy Seminar (or equivalent training course) as needed.

    Note:

    This additional assignment is an "at-will" appointment.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Mathematics, or equivalent coursework such as a Master's degree in Education with an undergraduate degree in Mathematics;
  • Experience teaching mathematics in a university setting;
  • Clear understanding of curriculum design, pedagogy, and learning outcome alignment;
  • Exceptional communication skills;
  • Genuine interest in nurturing the academic growth of students from diverse backgrounds;

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. degree in mathematics, or expect to receive one by Summer 2026;
  • Demonstrated experience and interest in inquiry-based learning, active learning and/or other interactive classroom instructional models;
  • Demonstrated experience with course design and/or curriculum development;
  • Experience providing organized leadership in an educational or professional settings;
  • Extensive professional experience in industry;
  • Experience in group-based teaching methods;
  • Demonstrated strong pedagogical skill set; and
  • An interest in teaching Data Science, Actuarial Sciences, or Cryptography.

Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Instructional Term Faculty (Open Rank) at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation and a teaching philosophy statement.

Important Note to applicants regarding 3 Letters Of Recommendation:
Three letters of recommendation are required to be considered. These should primarily discuss teaching and leadership qualifications. Letters of recommendation (LORs) should not be submitted with your application. When asked for a LOR during the application process, please upload a blank Microsoft Word document with text stating that the LORs will be emailed to the address provided. Please have recommenders email LORs directly to math .

Please add the following in the subject line: STEM LOR for [Your Name Here];
Example: STEM LOR for Mary Mason.

Posting Open Date:
January 30, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by:
February 12, 2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

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