Salem State University is seeking adjunct professors with interest and experience teaching mathematics. Teaching assignments may include 100-level courses such as Statistics, Quantitative Methods for Business, and/or PreCalculus; other courses will depend upon the expertise of the candidate and needs of the program. Occasionally, sections include high school students taking college courses through the Salem State Early College program, so experience working with high school students is highly desirable.

Application Deadline: December 22, 2024

Adjunct faculty are responsible for all aspects of conducting their courses, including:

• Adhering to curriculum guidelines appropriate to the course as stipulated by the Mathematics Department Curriculum Committee.
• Offering the minimal number of required office hours based on number of courses being taught.
• Maintaining a professional and intellectually lively classroom environment.
• Fairly assessing students and assigning grades in a timely manner and according to Salem State University guidelines (e.g. posting final grades).
• Maintaining course Canvas page(s) and establishing effective communication with students.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mathematics or related field
  
• Experience teaching statistics, business math, and/or precalculus
  
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and collegiality
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and advising
• Strength and potential for excellence and leadership in community engagement and university services

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level teaching experience, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Experience teaching a multicultural population

Working Conditions:

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, cover letter and unofficial transcripts for all degrees
• Adjunct positions are temporary for one semester only, with a possibility for re-hire. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Adjunct positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship
• Pre-Employment Background check will be conducted for all selected applicants
  
• Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.