Assistant/Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science
- Employer
- Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
- Location
- Moorhead, Minnesota
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- Faculty Jobs
- Engineering & Mathematics, Mathematics, Science & Technology, Computer Science & Information Technology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science
Position Type Faculty
Position Number
FTE 1.0
Secondary Employment Status Tenure Eligible Benefits Eligible? Yes
Job Summary/Basic Function
One tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level in a joint appointment between the Department of Mathematics, and Computer Science in the Offutt School of Business. (Candidates with appropriate experience may be considered at the associate level.) The successful candidate will enter a vibrant, student-centered interdisciplinary program and have the opportunity to teach a variety of undergraduate courses (three per term) at all levels, including specialty, elementary, and service courses, in mathematics and computer science. The successful candidate will be involved with curriculum development and design in support of our programs (majors in mathematics, computer science-data analytics, computer science-computing, mathematical finance, and mathematics education; minors in mathematics and data analytics). Participation with undergraduates in research is also expected.
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in mathematics, computer science, data science, statistics, or related field is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with ability to teach both mathematics and computer science, and to those whose scholarly interests might engage undergraduates in mathematics, computational mathematics, statistics, data analytics, and/or computer science projects and research.
Evidence of teaching excellence is essential, as is a passion for and understanding of a liberal arts undergraduate program.
The successful candidate must demonstrate sympathy with the mission of a liberal arts college of the Lutheran (ELCA) church.
Successful candidates will aspire to be part of a diverse community that affirms an abundance of identities, experiences, and perspectives in order to imagine, examine, and implement possibilities for individual and communal thriving both inside and outside of Mathematics and Computer Science.
Position Opening Date 11/09/2018
Open Until Filled Yes
Screening Begins 12/07/2018
EEO/AA Statement
Concordia College will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Post a cover letter describing your interest in Concordia and this joint Math-CS position, statements on teaching and research, including ideas for undergraduate research, along with a current vita, complete transcripts and contact information three references to provide letters of recommendation at http://hr.cord.edu/.
Direct any questions to Douglas Anderson, Mathematics Chair, <andersod@cord.edu>.
Organization
Students at Concordia are inspired to change — and be changed by — the world. Our students benefit from an academically challenging, yet welcoming and supportive learning environment. Faculty help students discover their potential, pushing them to achieve beyond what they imagine is possible.
As a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, intellect and faith are active partners in the search for truth. Concordia's mission centers on preparing students to serve their neighbors.
Responsibly Engaged in the World
Gaining global perspective and experience is a critical component of a Concordia education. Exploring today's most important issues from a wide range of world, political, religious and cultural views adds essential depth to our 61 majors and 12 preprofessional programs. All students study one of nine global languages and many study abroad, pursue international internships and volunteer in their communities. The purpose is to develop well-rounded, globally sensitive and highly competent graduates who are ready to lead and serve anywhere on the planet.
Campus and Community Connections
Concordia is a vibrant learning community of more than 2,800 students, where student engagement goes well beyond the classroom. Students frequently join faculty in side-by-side research. They also perform in world-class music 
ensembles, compete on championship-caliber sports teams and make their mark in theatre, student government, or more than 100 other student clubs. Many students also get involved with Campus Ministry, exploring and expressing their faith through worship services, Bible studies and outreach opportunities. Off-campus, you’ll find more than 23,000 other college students. A safe, college-friendly community, Fargo-Moorhead offers the attractions and amenities of big-city living without the big-city hassles. Thriving education, business and health care communities provide Concordia students with career-shaping internships.
Going Places
Within six months of graduation, 96 percent of recently surveyed new Concordia graduates reported being employed or attending graduate school. Concordia students have achieved an 88 percent acceptance rate into medical school (in 10 years surveyed). Ninety-three percent of Concordia graduates applying for law school are accepted.
Employment at Concordia
Nationally recognized for its programs in the sciences, music and international education, Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn., is a private, coeducational, four-year liberal arts college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America with more than 2,700 students from 37 states and 38 countries representing 43 religions and denominations. Concordia College relies on the dedicated service of 194 full-time faculty, 54 part-time faculty and more than 400 staff to fulfill its mission to “influence the affairs of the world by sending into society thoughtful and informed men and women dedicated to the Christian life.”
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