Assistant​/Associate Professor of Mathematics

Fisk University is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor-level position in Mathematics that will provide an excellent opportunity for an academic career based on curriculum innovation, scholarship, and academic service. The successful candidate will ensure that students meet high academic standards while providing a nurturing and learner-centered environment in the classroom. The individual should have demonstrated experience and expertise in curriculum innovation, interdisciplinary studies, and innovative teaching strategies.

Teaching and scholarly excellence in the areas of specialty will be a high priority. Additionally, the individual is strongly urged to integrate instruction with research and community service. The individual should be able to work productively with students and colleagues of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Service on University committees and contribution to the development of the University's Mission and Vision is required.

The department faculty members have successfully obtained several federally funded research grants (NSF/NIH) and the individual will have opportunities to establish a funded research program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Primary responsibilities include teaching introductory and upper-division courses (12 credit hours per semester). Excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level is essential. Understanding, support, and willingness to participate in the advancement of the liberal arts is required. An active scholarly research agenda that is open to participation of undergraduate students is expected. A Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field is required.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
Additional expectations of an Assistant or Associate Professor include participation in the Faculty Assembly, University service as an academic advisor and engagement in activities that generate professional development leading to demonstrated achievement and other mandatory campus events.

Education:

A doctorate degree in mathematics or relevant areas.

Experience:

None required, but prior teaching experience strongly preferred

Licenses or Certificates:
None

Additional Requirements:

A background and/or credit check will be required of the successful applicant. An official

transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required of the

successful applicant.