Visiting Lecturer in Mathematics
Wellesley College

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Job Posting Title
Visiting Lecturer in Mathematics

Job Description Summary
Faculty

Job Description
The Department of Mathematics at Wellesley College invites applications for a Visiting Lecturer beginning in the fall semester of 2024. T his is a full-time position, teaching five courses for academic year 2024-25, with the possibility of renewal in 2025-26. This position is in a collective bargaining unit represented by Wellesley Organized Academic Workers - UAW (WOAW-UAW).

A successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in the mathematical sciences and provide strong evidence of excellence in teaching. Applications should be submitted online through the college's career application website ( https://www.wellesley.edu/hr/jobseekers ) and should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a short description of research (written for non-specialists), a statement of teaching interests and experience, and two letters of reference discussing teaching.Thecover letter should address the candidate's interest in developing his/her teaching and research in an undergraduate liberal arts setting with a diverse student body. Additional documents, such as past student evaluations or a letter of recommendation for research, may be submitted but are not required. For first consideration, applications should be submitted by April 1, 2024, although they will be considered on a rolling basis after that

Wellesley College is a highly selective liberal arts college for women with 2,400 students ( http://www.wellesley.edu ). Our beautiful campus is located in the suburbs approximately 15 miles from Boston and Cambridge. Its faculty members have a strong record of research and teaching. We value demonstrated ability to effectively teach students from diverse backgrounds. A special strength of Wellesley is our diverse student body: 52 percent of the class of 2023 identify as students of color; students come from all 50 states and 87 countries; 18% identify as first-generation college students; and almost 60% of our students receive financial aid. The Mathematics Department is devoted to improving equity, enhancing student experiences of community, engagement and belonging, and increasing the diversity of the department, college community, and the curriculum. We believe that the diversity of students and faculty is central to our shared intellectual growth and development. We are committed to respecting the identities, abilities, educational backgrounds, and aspirations of all our students. Further information about our department can be found at http://www.wellesley.edu/Math/ .

Wellesley College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.

Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Fixed (Fixed Term)

Time Type
Full time

EEO Statement
At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas-the best solutions-draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members for the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to the diversity of the college community and the curriculum . Wellesley College and all its subcontractors shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that Wellesley College and all of its subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.