Open Rank Faculty Position in Mathematics and Physical Science

Compensation:

Salary is based on credentials and experience. Starting salary for an Assistant Professor in Mathematics with a PhD is $60,778 as per the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Compensation Type:

Exempt

Employment Type:

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Grade:

E19

Department:

Instruction

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics and Physical Sciences at Northern New Mexico College, Espanola Campus, invites
applications for a nine-month open rank Mathematics faculty position with a contract starting in August 2024.
Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is a public two-year and four-year degree granting institution founded in 1909 by the New Mexico Constitution. NNMC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. NNMC operates from two campuses in Espanola and El Rito and serves an average of 1,100-1,200 students per semester.
The Department of Mathematics and Physical Science offers Associate and Bachelor’s degrees in Mathematics, a Certificate in Data Science, and services other departments by offering a variety of mathematics and physical science courses. The position requires an on-campus presence at the Espanola Campus for face-to-face teaching and office hours.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per semester of assigned mathematics courses;
• Advise students regarding curriculum and career matters;
• Assess student learning outcomes;
• Serve on college committees;
• Attend all departmental meetings;
• Mentor students in research projects;
• Apply for public and private funding opportunities;
• Participate in scholarly and professional development activities;
• Participate in new student orientation, recruitment and retention initiatives;
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Teaching experience in mathematics in higher education;
• Experience with mentoring and advising students;
• Strong presentation and communication skills;
• Experience with curriculum development;
• Experience with writing and acquiring grants;
• Ability to work effectively with underprepared students and diverse groups;
• Experience teaching physics or astronomy classes and labs is a plus.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

 Visiting Professor and Instructor position: Master's Degree in Mathematics a closely related field.

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position: Ph.D. in Mathematics or closely related field. ABDs are welcome and encouraged to apply. However, ABDs must have a PhD before applying for tenure.

SALARY: Based on credentials and experience. Starting salary for an Assistant Professor in Mathematics with a PhD is $60,778 as per the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

While the position will remain open until filled, interested applicants are encouraged to submit a complete application package by April 1st, 2024.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:   A complete application must include 1) a cover letter addressing how the candidate’s experiences match the position requirements, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) unofficial transcripts of graduate degrees, 4) a statement addressing the candidate’s teaching philosophy, 5) two letters of recommendation and 6) names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Required application materials should be sent to:  [email protected]

References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews and official transcripts will be requested once an offer is made.

EEO STATEMENT: NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.