Clinical Assistant Professor of Mathematics

The College of Business & Technology at Rockhurst University invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor of Mathematics. Successful candidates will be able to teach a variety of mathematics courses at the undergraduate level. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach pre-calculus and calculus.

A master’s degree in a related discipline is required. Experience with online and hybrid teaching is preferred. The teaching load is 21 credit hours per year. Faculty members in the College of Business & Technology are expected to reside in the Kansas City Metropolitan area.

As Kansas City’s Jesuit university, Rockhurst University exemplifies all that Jesuit education has to offer, an academic tradition that dates back nearly 500 years. The highest caliber of academia, leadership, and service to others is the foundation in which we build a transformative experience for students. The beautiful 55-acre campus is centrally located in a thriving metropolis with a diverse population of more than 2 million people. Kansas City has been ranked among the top 50 best places to live in the United States.

Position Requirements

• A master’s degree in mathematics or related discipline is required.
• Specialized mathematics expertise required.
• Ability to teach a variety of mathematics courses.
• Evidence of scholarly and creative ability.
• Evidence of community service.
• Evidence of effective college service.
• 1-2 years prior teaching experience in higher education preferred.
• Evidence of commitment to the mathematics profession.
• Evidence of commitment to scholarly work, service and teaching.
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team professionally and confidentially.

Full-time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including: 

Medical 
Dental 
Vision 
Short and long term disability 
Life insurance 
A 37.5 hour work week 
Tax-deferred retirement plan  
Free undergraduate and graduate classes for employees - 6 credit hour limit per semester 
Free undergraduate classes for spouses and dependent children 
Positive work environment 
Leadership and development opportunities 

The position begins in August 2025, and the salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The position offers a full benefits package. Review of applications will begin July 23.

The application process requires a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. Candidates with whom preliminary interviews will be scheduled will be asked to provide the search committee with contact information for three references.

Applicants who would enhance the diversity of the College, such as individuals from historically underrepresented groups, are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. To apply, submit your information to Rockhurst University’s Human Resources using the online application system. Questions about submitting applications through our online system can be directed to our Human Resources office at 816-501-4835. 

Rockhurst University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.