Director of Quantitative Resource Center and Lecturer in Mathematics

Gettysburg College invites applications for a Director of a new Quantitative Resource Center beginning August 2023.  The term of appointment is three years and is renewable.  Applicants must have a Masters’ degree or Ph.D in a quantitative discipline, or must expect to complete all requirements for the degree by September 2023.  We particularly invite applications from members of any group that has been historically underrepresented in the American academy. 

A successful applicant will have the opportunity to coordinate peer learning across a range of quantitative disciplines and develop programming to help support students.  They will work closely with the college’s Center for Student Success on initiatives that include the advising and placement of incoming students over the summer.  The person hired will hold the faculty rank of Lecturer in Mathematics, and as such will teach up to five courses per year. These will most likely be in Calculus or Statistics, although other options may be available depending on the interests and background of the person hired.

The following are essential: (i) evidence of demonstrated success as a teacher, with clear promise of excellent, inclusive, and innovative teaching; (ii) an interest in working with a diverse group of students on peer-to-peer teaching activities outside the classroom; and (iii) demonstrated success or interest in inclusive teaching practices and a commitment to working to promote inclusive excellence and an environment in which students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds will thrive.  In addition, preference will be given to candidates with (iv) an interest in working as a teacher in a liberal arts environment, (v) experience training and supervising student workers, (vi) project management skills including managing budgets or (vii) demonstrated knowledge of student learning theory and best practices in peer learning and tutoring centers, particularly with regards to diverse and underrepresented populations.

Gettysburg College is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive environment that welcomes, supports, and respects all of its members, from all backgrounds and experiences. Each and every member is critical to developing a community that values the diversity of experiences including but not limited to race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability, and place of origin. The faculty and staff work to connect with and support each member of our community and expect others to do the same in developing an environment that is free from harassment, exploitation, intimidation, and discrimination, as well as in supporting an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. 

Please submit a cover letter with your application that briefly describes the aspects of this particular position that you find attractive and some specific ways that you hope to contribute to our program.  Your cover letter should also succinctly address any ways in which you fulfill criteria (i)-(vii) above but that are not clearly presented elsewhere in your application materials.  Please also submit a curriculum vitae and a description of your teaching methods and philosophy, and arrange for us to receive three letters of recommendation addressing teaching effectiveness and any relevant administrative experience. All application materials should be submitted to https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/list/21835. Completed applications received by February 15, 2023 will receive full consideration.  Questions about this position should be directed to Darren Glass at [email protected].

Gettysburg College is a liberal arts college located within 90 minutes of the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area.  Established in 1832, the College has a rich history and is situated on a 220-acre campus with an enrollment of approximately 2,600 students.  Applicants can learn more about the College and the Mathematics Department at http://www.gettysburg.edu/academics/math/.

The College is constantly seeking to increase the diversity of its highly-qualified faculty. Gettysburg College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.