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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Required Education and/or Experience:
Ph.D. in Mathematics or Mathematics Education or a closely related field. All Ph.D. requirements must be completed before employment commences.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
Candidates with postdoctoral research experience and a good track record of research activities e.g., mentoring, publications, and grants, will be given preference;
Experience in teaching mathematics at the undergraduate and graduate level is preferred.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate (BA, BS), and graduate level (MS, Ph.D) courses in mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education, depending upon area (s) of expertise;
Develop and teach in-person, hybrid, or online courses, as needed;
Develop robust research activities at the undergraduate (BA, BS), and graduate level (MS, Ph.D);
Service activities are also expected, including participation on program-level, college, and university-wide committees, assisting with recruitment and retention, engaging with the community, and advising Mathematics and Statistics majors;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Background in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or Mathematics Education;
Research expertise with strong potential to complement and strengthen current departmental expertise in areas such as Differential Equations, Computational Mathematics, Convex Geometry, Statistics, and Mathematics Education;
Knowledge and use of evidence-based teaching practices, including active learning practices;
Knowledge and use of academic learning management systems (LMS), such as Blackboard or Canvas;
Skilled in utilizing various computer software programs, including Google products, MS Office, and any Graphing software to enhance academic and administrative tasks;
Capable of developing course materials and effectively teaching in hybrid or online platforms as required.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.