Position Details Position Information
Classification Title Working Title Mathematics & Statistics (Assistant/Associate Professor)
Hire Types Faculty
Division Academic Affairs
Department College of Science and Engineering
Unit Mathatmatics & Statistics
Location FLSA Exempt
Full/Part Time FTE 1
Employment Condition Fixed Term
Work Shift Work Schedule/Hours/Days Posting Details Application Deadline: Review begins 4/15/2024
Rank/Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor
Type of Appointment: Fixed-Term/9 Month Appointment
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Appointment Date: August 19, 2024
Salary Minimum Salary Maximum Salary Type Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO
Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES :
Teach a variety of lower-level mathematics, statistics, and/or mathematics education courses. Evaluate student performance in courses taught using a variety of assessments. Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs. Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field. Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities. Contribute to student growth and development including student advising. Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community. Support Winona State University's mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve. Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications :
Master's degree in mathematics, statistics/biostatistics, or mathematics education with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in either mathematics or statistics content courses. Demonstrated excellence in the teaching of lower-level mathematics or statistics content courses. Strong communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications :
Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching. Experience in teaching lower-level mathematics or statistics courses at the college level. Interest in advancing departmental goals and the mission of Winona State University. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues. Demonstrated interest in professional growth and development. Demonstrated interest in service to the department, college, university, and greater community. Other Requirements A complete online application will include:
1. A cover letter which addresses the qualifications listed previously;
2. Curriculum Vitae/ Resume;
3. Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate);
4. A statement explaining your personal or professional experiences in working with diverse populations (such as persons from differing race / ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, gender, or mental and physical ability) as well as how the applicant would contribute toward a diverse and inclusive academic and employment culture and community at Winona State University. Statements should be 1 page or less;
5. Contact Information for at least 3 references, with addresses and telephone numbers.
About About the Department: Winona State University was founded as the first teacher college west of the Mississippi and continues to provide quality teachers. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has approximately 250 majors and minors in the following programs: Data Science, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Statistics. A significant portion of the teaching load in the department is aimed toward lower-level service courses in mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education for all departments across the university.
About Winona State University : Founded in 1858, Winona State University (WSU) is the oldest member of the Minnesota State System of colleges and universities. Today WSU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students across two campuses in Winona and Rochester, Minnesota (MN). Winona State was named the second-best public institution in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges," was listed among the "Best in the Midwest" by The Princeton Review, and named as one of "America's 100 Best College Buys."
Benefits Info WSU offers a comprehensive benefit package including life, health and dental insurance, a retirement program, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, as well as a variety of other benefits as defined by the individual Collective Bargaining Agreements.
For information on our benefits (Medical and Dental Insurance; Life Insurance; Disability and Long-Term Care; Pre-Tax Benefits; and Health and Wellness), please refer to SEGIP's website ().
For information on Minnesota State's Retirement Plan(s), please go to:
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1
Re-posting No
Desired Start Date 08/19/2024
Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Accept Applications Yes
Special Instructions Summary Posting Contact Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Winona State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
