The Department of Mathematics at Elon University seeks applicants for a continuing position as a Lecturer in Statistics to begin mid-August 2008. A Masters degree in Statistics, Mathematics or related field with substantial background in Statistics is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of being or having the potential to be an excellent statistics educator and a strong contributor to the growth of a developing Statistics program with an understanding of the undergraduate statistics curriculum. Applicants must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship in the liberal arts setting and the commitment to pursue that potential, including a willingness to teach in Elon’s interdisciplinary General Studies program.
The department and its Statistics Program Coordinator have recently developed a minor in Statistics and are investigating a Statistics concentration in our major. We seek applicants with a strong interest in curriculum development, technology as a teaching tool, and undergraduate research. Knowledge and interest in internship, career, and graduate study opportunities in Statistics would strengthen the application. For more information, visit the department’s website at http://math.elon.edu/mathlove.
Elon is a dynamic private, co-educational, comprehensive institution with a strong liberal arts core that is a national model for actively engaging faculty and students in teaching and learning. To learn more about Elon, please visit our website at www.elon.edu.
Completed applications received by 1st October 2007 will receive first consideration. Review will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Jeff Clark, Elon University, 2122 Campus Box, Elon, NC 27244. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
Department representatives will be conducting preliminary interviews at the Joint Statistics Meetings in Salt Lake City in late July/early August. Please indicate whether you will be attending in your cover letter or by contacting Dr. Clark at clarkj@elon.edu.
Elon University complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal law requires proper identification of identity and employability prior to final consideration for this position. Credentials will be verified.
New employees paid by direct deposit only.
Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer.