Organization: Center for University Studies and Programs / UW Bothell
Title: Lecturer full-time
Search #: AA2417
University of Washington Bothell
Lecturer, full-time
Center for University Studies and Programs (CUSP)
University of Washington Bothell seeks a University Lecturer to teach mathematics to first and second year students in our growing and innovative curriculum. An MA/MS in mathematics or related areas and one year of teaching experience is required (with at least two years strongly preferred). The appointment is initially a two year, full-time, nine month term based on the academic year with the expectation of renewal. The position will be administratively based in the appropriate Academic Program. Successful candidates will provide dynamic, engaged, and inquiry-based teaching oriented primarily toward lower division students. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. All University faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research and service.
The Bothell campus of the University of Washington is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Seattle. UW Bothell serves approximately 2500 traditional and non-traditional students and also offers degrees in Business, Computing and Software Systems, Education, Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, Science & Technology and Nursing. Since its opening in 1990, UWB has offered creative, interdisciplinary curricula, and a dynamic community of multicultural teaching. It is presently engaged in planning for significant outreach to a wider region in the North Puget Sound and internationally, and anticipates continuing growth in programs and enrollment. For more information on UW Bothell, visit the campus Web site at http://www.uwb.edu.
Applications should include: (1) a brief letter describing your interest in the position and relevant academic experience; (2) a one page statement of teaching philosophy, including experience and commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds; (3) a one page proposal for a team-taught interdisciplinary course; (4) a syllabus; and, (5) a current curriculum vitae, including an email address and contact information for three references. All materials should be directed to the Search Coordinator, Center for University Studies and Programs, and sent electronically to mathsearch@uwb.edu. For more information about the program, see http://www.uwb.edu/CUSP/
Review of applications will begin on November 20, 2009 and proceed until the positions are filled. The position starts on September 16, 2010. This position is contingent on available funding.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. The University of Washington, a recipient of the 2006 Alfred P. Sloan award for Faculty Career Flexibility, is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty.