Tenure-track Faculty, Mathematics, Statistics or Data Science

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom.

We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.
*** The Department of Mathematical, Information and Computer Sciences (MICS) is seeking candidates for a full-time tenure-track teaching position in mathematics, statistics or data science. The Department is seeking an individual capable of excellent teaching, committed to significant involvement with students both within and outside of the classroom, and interested in participating in the department’s service learning and undergraduate research programs.

Job Status:

Full time
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* Job Description:

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, and competitive retirement matching. There also may be opportunities for university assistance with the cost of housing in Southern California. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including faculty chapel, weekly faculty lunches and a robust wellness program.

Salary:

PLNU pays its faculty using a payscale based on experience and academic rank. Faculty salaries using this scale for a 2-semester appointment range from $78,494 to $137,747. The actual salary will be based on the experience, rank, and appointment term of the candidate selected to fill this position.

Job Description:

The Department of Mathematical, Information and Computer Sciences (MICS) is seeking candidates for a full-time tenure-track teaching position in mathematics, statistics or data science. The Department is seeking an individual capable of excellent teaching, committed to significant involvement with students both within and outside of the classroom, and interested in participating in the department’s service learning and undergraduate research programs.

The Department has a strong commitment to quality teaching, and passion for building Christian community with students, a tradition of high impact academic practices, and experience in using our skills for collaborative and interdisciplinary work. The Department has partnered with the natural sciences, psychology, kinesiology, and business in developing both academic programs and research projects.

The Department offers B.S. and B.A. degrees in Mathematics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Information Systems. The department is also home to an adult degree completion program in Computer Information Technology and has worked in partnership with the Department of Physics and Engineering to create an Engineering degree with concentrations in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities begin August 2027 and will include teaching a wide variety of courses in mathematics. Academic rank and compensation levels will be based on degrees earned and related experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teach in the area of mathematics and statistics including some general education and service courses.

Engage in personal scholarship and scholarship with students (where possible).Advise students academically, spiritually, and professionally.

Prepare students for their post graduate career.

Help students find who they are called to be.

Participate…