Lecturer in Mathematics

Lecturer in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Maine invites applications for an ongoing teaching position at the rank of Lecturer, with an anticipated start date of August 31, 2027. During the 9-month academic year, lecturers normally teach three classes per semester. This 10.5 month position also includes 1.5 months of summer mathematics instruction (June 1 – July 15) during which 2 classes will be taught, likely online. The salary range for this 10.5 month position is $66,000 - $75,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is ongoing, contingent upon satisfactory performance. Lecturers at the University of Maine have a promotion track and "just cause" protection after 6 years of service.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: a mixture of both in-person and online undergraduate teaching in mathematics and/or statistics at the 100-level, course coordination, assessment, curriculum development, and/or other leadership activity related to instruction. Additional summer teaching opportunities may be available with additional compensation. Service to the department and university, participating collegially in the life of the department, and engaging in activities that enhance one’s professional development are also expected.

This is an in-person, on-campus position.

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics.
• A graduate degree (master’s or higher) in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education.
• Evidence of excellent teaching of college-level mathematics.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Preferred:

• Breadth of teaching experience will be given some preference, depending on the relevance of the classes taught to the needs of the department.
• Evidence of involvement in curriculum development, assessment, or similar professional activities relevant to the position.

Other Information:

• The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services. For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator.