Job description
Baltimore, MD
Job Number: JR100513
Job Posting:
JR100513 Tenure-Track Associate Professor and Chair of Mathematics (Open)
Department:
Mathematics & Computer Science , PM
Position Type:
Regular
Close Date:
12-31-2024
$100,000 annually
Job Description:
Coppin State University, a fully accredited institution and a member of the University System of Maryland, is accepting applications for an Associate Professor of Mathematics who will also lead the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science as chair. The department is within the College of Arts & Sciences and Education. The faculty finalist, serving as the chair for the department, and must demonstrate strong leadership skills and have knowledge of areas housed within the department, specifically mathematics, computer science, or cybersecurity engineering. The top candidate must possess the knowledge, skills, and disposition necessary to serve in a leadership role and be willing to be appointed to a chair’s position. The preferred candidate must present research, teaching, and service documentation that will result in hire at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure. The preferred candidate must bring a leadership background that demonstrates experience in providing support to students and a strong interaction with colleagues in support of the academic unit with the intent and ability to grow programs and increase enrollment.
Founded in 1900, Coppin is an urban residential Historically Black College and University (HBCU), serving nearly 2,500 students enrolled in day, evening, weekend, and online courses.
Responsibilities:
Support the growth and development of the department (students, faculty, staff, and programs), including program growth, accreditation, program review and approval processes, strategic planning, building external partnerships, supporting retention activities, advising, etc.;
Deliver instruction up to 6 credits in mathematics;
Enhance research experience with the goal of further developing an active research and publication agenda within the department;
Provide service on Departmental, College, and University-Wide Committees;
Perform other tasks necessary to support the activities within the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
A terminal degree in Mathematics from an accredited university and at least three years of experience in higher education leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Also, must have experience in teaching courses in mathematics with research related backgroup in one or more of identified areas; at least three years of experience in higher education leadership;
experience in teaching courses in mathematics with research related background in one or more of the identified areas and an established record of leadership and supervisory experience
Conditions of Employment:
Must have:
- Outstanding communication skills in writing, speaking, and listening;
- Effective interpersonal skills;
- Knowledge and skills in program planning, project management, and academic administration;
- Evidence of successful collaboration, interdisciplinary work, and ability to handle sensitive situations and information with discretion; and
- Ability to work effectively with internal and external constituents.
Additional Job Information:
Coppin State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. View the EEOC Know Your Rights poster for more information regarding your rights under the law.
If you experience difficulties utilizing the online application system or you require reasonable accommodations during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries regarding a request for reasonable accommodation or system issues will be responded to when contacting this e-mail account. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
How to apply
Note: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that we employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (see Form I9). No one will be placed on the University’s payroll until all employment procedures are fully satisfied. Information contained on this position announcement is subject to correction as a result of typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding.
Coppin State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution which provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination or harassment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
Reasonable accommodation may be requested for the hiring process, as necessary, by calling 410-951-3666.
