Loyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a Temporary, One-Year Instructor Appointment (non-renewable) for academic year 2024-2025. The successful candidate will be joining a department with more than 40 full-time faculty members, over 300 majors and minors across 7 undergraduate programs in mathematics, statistics, and data science, as well as 2 graduate programs. For more information about the department, please visit its website at

https://www.luc.edu/math/index.shtml.

Teaching responsibilities shall include a 4-4 teaching load (12 credit hours per semester). Teaching responsibilities will primarily be in the calculus and precalculus sequences.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. or master's degree in mathematics or a closely related field. Candidates must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) student mentorship. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education, and in particular our efforts towards inclusive teaching practices and the support of under-represented groups.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. or master's degree in mathematics or a closely related field. Candidates must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) student mentorship. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education, and in particular our efforts towards inclusive teaching practices and the support of under-represented groups.

Candidates should submit a current Curriculum Vitae, a teaching statement, and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. They also should arrange for three reference letters speaking to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of undergraduate teaching and mentorship.

These letters and any additional materials related to teaching excellence should be sent by email to:

Dr. Peter Tingley, Chair
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, Illinois 60660

ptingley@luc.edu

Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity - including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment - is critical to achieving the University's mission of excellence in education, research, educational access and services in an increasingly diverse society. Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual's record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities. Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degrees.

As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.