Faculty Positions
Teaching Assistant Professor in Data Science
The Fariborz Maseeh Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Portland State University invites applications for a non-tenure-track Teaching Assistant Professor in Data Science to begin in Fall 2024. For information about continuous appointments, please refer to Article 18 Section 2 of the AAUP collective bargaining agreement : https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/academicaffairs.web.wdt.pdx.edu/files/2023-02/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Watermark%20Art%2018%20Updated%20Amendment%202022
This is a full-time, teaching-focused position aimed at candidates with an excellent foundation in data science, with expertise in statistics and an ability to enhance our BS Data Science program. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in applying analytical tools in Python and/or R in an educational context, and be passionate about developing and/or delivering a comprehensive data science education at the undergraduate level.
A Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Data Science or equivalent is required. Demonstrated experience in teaching data science related courses at the undergraduate level, with a capacity to strengthen statistical content is expected.
Reflecting our departmental and institutional values, we strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented minorities to apply. Candidates must demonstrate their ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The primary responsibilities include:
● teaching and developing a variety of undergraduate data science courses, with a particular focus on integrating statistical concepts and methodologies;
● collaborating in curriculum development to ensure a robust and dynamic data science program;
● engaging students with hands-on and applied learning experiences, utilizing Python and/or R;
● mentoring students in their academic and project work, emphasizing the practical application of statistical methods in data science;
● fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment.
This faculty member will typically be responsible for teaching 3 courses each of the 3 quarters with some participation in department/university service. This is a continuous appointment with the possibility to apply for promotion to Teaching Associate Professor & Teaching Professor.
Minimum qualifications: PhD in Mathematical Sciences, Statistics, Data Science or equivalent
Apply at https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/43929. Inquiries may be directed to the department manager at mathstat-dept-mgr@pdx.edu.
Academic Year 2023-2024 Adjunct Faculty Instructor Pool
Position Description:
The Maseeh Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for New Adjunct Instructors with expertise in Mathematics or Statistics to teach undergraduate courses. Successful applicants will be expected to teach primarily lower division courses, including one or more of the following (see the PSU Bulletin for individual course descriptions):
100-200 Level Math Courses:
Intermediate Algebra, Excursions in Mathematics, Introductory College Mathematics, Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics, Calculus, Applied Differential Equations, Introduction to Linear Algebra, Mathematical Computing
100-200 Level Stat Courses:
Elementary Data Analysis, Application of Statistics for Business, Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Depending on expertise, applicants may have an opportunity to teach some of our upper division mathematics and statistics courses.
Minimum Qualifications: M.S. or M.A. in Mathematics or Statistics (or closely related field). Previous teaching experience.
Adjunct Instructors are paid per credit hour, per the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement, and are hired on either a per quarter or an academic year basis.
Application:
For New Adjunct Instructors:
Complete the on-line application at https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/40858 and include the following:
- a curriculum vita,
- a letter of application, which should include: (1) a statement of teaching interest, (2) a suggestion of desired courses, (3) evidence of any teaching experience and effectiveness (for example, any of the following: summary of evaluations, a letter or statement from a supervisor/person familiar with your teaching, a positive assessment, an award, etc), and (4) any significant constraints on availability,
- names and contact information for two professional references with knowledge of the candidate’s teaching qualifications.
For Returning Adjunct Instructors (who had a teaching assignment within the past two years): Private initiation link only, please contact Kelli Martin, Department Administrator at mathstat-dept-mgr@pdx.edu.