Assistant Professor of Mathematics/Science Education 9217 - Full-time

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. The University of Wyoming School of Teacher Education invites applications from dynamic, qualified candidates with a strong background in mathematics and science education for a position as an Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach 5 courses per academic year in undergraduate/graduate initial teacher licensure programs, as well as highly respected Ph.D. programs in Mathematics and Science Education. In addition, the candidate will be expected to produce high-quality scholarship and engage in service to the school, university, and professional community. Minimum Qualifications An earned doctorate with an emphasis on mathematics education, or a closely-related discipline. Minimum of 3 years of K-6 teaching experience Demonstration of or potential for excellence in teaching, supervision and mentoring students. Demonstration of or potential for research, scholarship, and competitive extramural funding. Desired Qualifications Strong background in science education. Experience collaborating with education stakeholders in both P-12 and university settings. Experience working with diverse students and faculty. Experience or interest in distance education. Required Materials Complete on-line application and upload the following as one document: cover letter that states both your interest in the position and your teaching philosophy; a description of your research agenda and a copy of a recent publication, if available; your CV; unofficial transcripts; and contact information for three work-related references. Review of applications will begin on January 31, 2018. https://jobs.uwyo.edu/psp/EREC/UWEXTERNAL/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&SiteId=6&JobOpeningId=9217&PostingSeq=1 Qualified candidates may contact Rick Kitchen at rkitchen@uwyo.edu for more information about the position. Hiring Statement The University of Wyoming is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law and University policy. To review the EEO is the Law Poster and its Supplement, please see The Diversity & Fairness page. Pursuant to Wyoming State law, W.S. 19-14-102, as amended, an honorably discharged veteran who has been a resident of the state of Wyoming for one (1) year or more at any time prior to the date when the veteran applies for employment, or any surviving spouse who was married to such veteran at the time of the veteran's death, who is receiving federal survivor benefits based on the veteran's military service and is applying for employment, shall receive an interview preference during the applicant screening process with the University of Wyoming. At the time of application the applicant must possess the business capacity, competency, education or other qualifications required for the position. If disabilities do not materially interfere with performance of job duties, disabled veterans will be given preference over able-bodied veterans. Appropriate documentation of veteran status must be provided at time of application as outlined in the application process. No preference will be given to a veteran currently employed by a public department. We conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need. Welcome to Laramie The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ The Chronicle of Higher Education. Keywords: Mathematics - Assistant Professor, Location: Laramie, WY - 82071