Title of Job: Instructor
Department: Mathematics Department
Index/Position: Index 210131, Position 107060
Job Type: Full-time, academic year (nine-month), tenure-track position
Post Date: 10/25/07
Screening Date: Initial review of applications will begin 01/14/08; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:
A master’s degree or higher in (1) mathematics or (2) a related field with a strong mathematical background which includes at least 18 semester credit hours in graduate mathematics, and evidence of quality teaching required. Preference will be given to candidates with prior collegiate mathematics teaching experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teaching courses primarily at the lower division (13-15 credit hours per semester), demonstrating a commitment to the continued improvement of teaching that utilizes research-based practices, advising students, engaging in scholarly activities, participating in course and curriculum development, providing public or professional service, and exhibiting collegiality.

RANK AND SALARY:
Instructor; salary commensurate with background and experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applicants must submit copies of both undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire), a curriculum vitae, a Tennessee Tech University Faculty Application form (PDF), and three letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses teaching ability, to:

Brian M. O’Connor, Instructor Search Committee Chairperson, Mathematics Department, Box 5054 TTU, Cookeville, TN 38505. E-mail (inquiries only): bmoc@tntech.edu; Phone: 931-372-3570.