ST. JOHN’S COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

Adjunct Faculty Position

St. John’s, established in 1870, has two New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in St. John’s College is seeking candidates for an adjunct faculty position to teach introductory courses in mathematics and machine learning.

Responsibilities

Once assigned a course or courses, adjunct faculty are expected to:

• Prepare and distribute a course outline to students in accordance with the course syllabus at the start of the semester.
• Develop instructional materials (lectures, readings, assignments, exams, projects, etc.) that will achieve the learning outcomes as stated in the course syllabus.
• Evaluate student performance throughout the semester and provide periodic and constructive feedback to students in a reasonable amount of time.
• Be available to engage with students outside the classroom by email or face-to-face communication.
• Evaluate student performance and post final grades for each student within the timeframe required by the Provost's Office and be available for two weeks after the semester concludes to discuss final grades with students by email.
• Promptly respond to requests for information before, during, and after the course, as required by the Department Chair and the St. John’s College Dean's Office.

Qualifications

A master's degree or higher in the discipline or a related field is required.

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Application Process

Please submit your CV and letter of interest to the Department Chair by email.

Contact person :

David Rosenthal

Professor and Chair

Dept. of Mathematics & Computer Science

E-mail: rosenthd@stjohns.edu

The review of applications will begin at the time of this posting and will continue until the position is filled.

Department Information

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers several programs: BS and BA in Mathematics, BS in Computing and Machine Learning, BS in Financial Mathematics, MA in Applied Mathematics, Computing, and Machine Learning, and MS in Computational Biology and Biostatistics.

The Department is located at: 8000 Utopia Parkway, Queens, NY 11439

You can find information about our faculty and their research interests here: https://www.stjohns.edu/offices-departments/mathematics-and-computer-science.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the hire-on rate is $1750 per credit at the Adjunct Instructor rank for candidates without a Ph.D. and $1850 per credit at the Adjunct Assistant Professor rank for candidates with a Ph.D. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

*Important Note- St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment, and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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