Assistant Professor, Mathematics

Role Overview

• Teach undergraduate mathematics courses in assigned instructional modalities while maintaining high academic standards and promoting student success.
• Prepare and deliver course instruction consistent with approved curriculum, course learning outcomes, and University academic policies.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, examinations, assignments, and other learning resources.
• Evaluate student performance in a fair and timely manner and submit grades in accordance with University deadlines.
• Maintain regular and substantive interaction with students through classroom instruction, scheduled office hours, academic advising, and other approved communication methods.
• Provide academic advising and mentoring to students regarding degree requirements, academic progress, and career preparation.
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation activities, and continuous improvement initiatives within the School.
• Collaborate with faculty members to review curriculum, assess student learning outcomes, and support academic program effectiveness.
• Serve on departmental, college, and University committees as assigned.
• Participate in student recruitment, orientation, retention, commencement, and other University events.
• Maintain appropriate instructional records and documentation in accordance with University policies and accreditation standards.
• Utilize instructional technology and the University's learning management system to enhance teaching and student engagement.
• Remain current in the mathematics discipline through professional development activities, professional organizations, workshops, conferences, or other discipline-related activities.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Mathematics or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution by the date of appointment.
• Minimum of eighteen graduate semester hours in Mathematics consistent with SACSCOC faculty credentialing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate mathematics courses effectively.
• Strong commitment to student learning, academic advising, and instructional excellence.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and contributing to the mission of Kentucky State University.
• Previous teaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.
• Experience teaching multiple undergraduate mathematics courses is preferred.
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or accreditation activities is preferred.
• Experience advising undergraduate students is preferred.

Benefits

• Regular, predictable, and reliable on-campus attendance as an essential function of the position.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable University policies and procedures.