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Department of Sciences and Mathematics

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

Full-time Tenure Track

Approximate Starting Date: August 2022

Applicants expecting to be considered at this time must complete an online employment application and submit requested materials to Human Resource by close of business day on February 15, 2022 to receive priority consideration for the position.  This position will remain open until filled.

The Department of Sciences and Mathematics of California State University Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime) invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education beginning August 2022. We seek a collegial, dynamic educator committed to creating an environment of active student learning while engaging in scholarly activity and service in accordance with the mission and goals of the Department and University. This individual will teach a variety of undergraduate math courses to students in our six degree granting majors as well as in service of our math minor degree program. In particular, we seek an expert in mathematics education to take a leadership role in developing programs to help students under-prepared for university math coursework.

 ABOUT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY MARITIME ACADEMY (Cal Maritime):   Located on a compact but scenic waterfront campus in Vallejo, California (30 miles northeast of San Francisco), California State University Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime) is a unique and specialized campus of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system.  Serving a population of approximately 1100 undergraduate and 50 graduate students, we are one of only seven degree-granting maritime academies in the United States — and the only one on the West Coast.  

Cal Maritime offers six baccalaureate degrees in Business Administration, Global Studies and Maritime Affairs (GSMA), Facilities Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and Marine Transportation. The undergraduate curriculum includes licensing programs for future merchant marine, coast guard and naval reserve officers.    Cal Maritime also offers a Master of Science in Transportation and Engineering Management degree.  Please visit our website for more information about California State University Maritime Academy.

 Our programs focus on intellectual learning, applied technology, leadership development, and global awareness.  Cal Maritime students participate in training cruises aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear or other international educational experiences - gaining a unique perspective on our increasingly global culture and economy.  Cal Maritime is committed to being a leading educational institution recognized for excellence in the business, engineering, operations, security and policy of the transportation industries of the Pacific Rim and beyond. We are equally committed to hiring and retaining diverse and dedicated faculty and staff who lead the way in helping our students expand their knowledge and potential. 

 ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS: Our department is a collegial group of 17 faculty members – 6 tenured, 5 tenure-track, and 6 adjunct.  We offer lower division, foundational science and math courses for students majoring in baccalaureate degrees noted above.  We also offer a Mathematics minor as well as a minor in Marine Science.

 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Full-time (12 units/semester) teaching of a variety of undergraduate mathematics courses. During the first two years of teaching, the teaching load is reduced to 9 units/semester.
• Lead a program of course design/redesign to address the needs of under-prepared students.
• Maintain an effective program of scholarship.
• Provide service to the campus community outside of the classroom.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Mathematics Education or Mathematics, or an official notification of completion of the doctoral degree before August 2022.
• An ability to teach a variety of undergraduate mathematics courses is required.
• An ongoing program of scholarship and a willingness to serve the campus-at-large through committee work is also required.

 DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants demonstrating expertise or experience in serving under-prepared students will be given preference.
• A genuine passion for teaching, scholarship and service is strongly desired.
• Knowledge of innovative and effective classroom teaching methods will also be appreciated.

 APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested parties must submit the Cal Maritime Employment Application packet of information requested below. Apply on-line at https://www.csum.edu/hr/careers/faculty.html .

1. Cal Maritime Employment Application (required)
2. Letter of application addressing the minimum and desired/preferred qualifications.
3. CV (including current email address)
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Statement of research interest and goals
6. Copy of transcript from all institutions at which graduate work and terminal degree was completed
7. Letters of recommendation from three professional references to be sent directly to the Chair of the Selection Committee, Dr. Taiyo Inoue at MathEdSearch@csum.edu

 SALARY COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with the education, qualifications and experience of the individual.

 BENEFITS:   An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available for “qualifying” positions which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement plans, fee waiver, vacation and sick leave.   

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

• Typical classroom and office environment are in a two-story building with elevator access.

 ELIGIBILITY TO WORK:

• Applicants must provide proof of US citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days from the date of hire.
• A background check investigation (including criminal records check) is required prior to employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of a current CSU employees who was conditionally offered the position.
• Applicants must submit on hire official documentation as proof of degree, license, or certificates as required. 

 TITLE IX:  Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at on the CSU Title IX website.

EEO STATEMENT: Cal Maritime is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable Accommodations will be provided to applicants with qualifying disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Benefits Coordinator at (707) 654-1146.

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