Visiting Assistant Professor; Mathematics position

Position: Visiting Assistant Professor (Mathematics) 1 year position
WARTBURG COLLEGE

Title of Position - Visiting Assistant Professor, Mathematics - 1 year position

Wartburg College is dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadership and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning. Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective liberal arts college internationally recognized for its community engagement and academic excellence. As indicated in the vision statement, "Wartburg College is called to be the leading institution in education of the whole person.

Together, we create an inclusive community combining diverse curricular and co-curricular experiences to prepare students to be resilient leaders of positive change through service in a complex world."

Located in northeast Iowa, Waverly is an extraordinary "gigabit" community of more than 10,000 residents in the Cedar Valley metro near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, with an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours);
Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours);
Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours);
Rochester, Minn. (2 hours);
Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours).

DEPARTMENT:
Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics

STARTING DATE:
Fall Term 2026

TIMELINE:
Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as instructor of record for assigned courses, holding office hours for students, grading tests and papers, providing other instruction-related duties, and mentoring students.

Actively participate in faculty development opportunities, attend faculty workshops, attend faculty meetings.

Give one public presentation per year related to the fellow's research interests.

The Visiting faculty member will contribute to the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics, teaching a 2-3-1 load, including mathematics and general education courses, mentoring students, and giving a public presentation based on their research. This is an ideal position for an early career educator, awarded the PhD within the past two years or ABD, interested in teaching in a liberal arts environment.

A faculty mentor will be assigned, and the fellow will participate in our comprehensive faculty development program. This is a one-year position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

Master's or equivalent degree in mathematics or a closely aligned field

PREFERRED:
Doctorate or ABD in mathematics or a closely aligned field. Relevant teaching experience in mathematics or related discipline.

Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to support the College's mission and contribute to the strategic plan.

SALARY:
Competitive for entry-level appointment at similar institutions

CONTRACT:

COMPLETED BY DEAN'S OFFICE

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please upload the following by selecting the "Apply for this Position" below:

1) curriculum vita

2) a letter of application describing your teaching, scholarship and service experience/interests and how these will support the mission of Wartburg College

3) unofficial graduate transcripts

4) contact information for three references

For specific questions contact Joy Becker, Chair of Search Committee and the Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics Department, ker.

Department webpage(s): https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Further information about the College and the city of Waverly may be found at http://.

WARTBURG COLLEGE is a selective liberal arts college of the ELCA, nationally recognized for community engagement.