Quarterly Lecturer Mathematics and Computer Science Department (Pool) 2024-2025

Position Title:

Quarterly Lecturer Mathematics and Computer Science Department (Pool) 2024-2025

Position Type:

Temporary

Salary Range:

$9033 for each 4 or 5 unit course.

Purpose:

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in precalculus, calculus, elementary statistics, and/or introductory programming in Python and C++. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters. . All classes will be presented in-person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Terminal degree (Ph.D./MFA) in mathematics, computer science or a closely-related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in mathematics, computer science, or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
(2) Demonstrated excellence in teaching mathematics and/or computer science at the college level.
(3) Excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU goals of diversity and equity.
(2) Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
TEACHING (100%).
Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:

a. Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively;
b. Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;
c. Holding regular weekly office hours on-campus;
d. Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;
e. Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses;
f. Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

SERVICE (0%): This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please note that your employment is subject to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 (“Local 1021”; see
https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/cba-ntt/).

REQUESTED APPLICATION MATERIALS: DUE BY MARCH 21, 2025

Interested applicants will upload the following required materials into Workday:

• A letter of application referencing this advertisement to indicate the candidate's interest and qualifications for teaching in our department, including a brief statement about teaching philosophy
• An up-to-date CV
• A list of three references with contact information
• Letters of reference
• If possible, a complete set of written and numerical evaluations from students in a recently taught course.

Confidential letters of recommendation from third-parties must be emailed directly to Donna Young at dyoung@scu.edu, who will then upload them into the applicant file.

COVID-19 Statement

The health and safety of the University community is a top priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions.

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