Visiting Instructor of Mathematics and Statistics
Job Description
Department
Mathematics & Statistics, ChairCompensation
Negotiable
General Description / Primary Purpose
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is seeking a 9-month, non-tenure earning, Visiting Instructor of Mathematics & Statistics. Position responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester. This position will be a 1-year appointment with a 9-month contract. Successful candidates must have a strong interest and ability in teaching undergraduate courses such as introduction to mathematics, statistics, and upper division courses based upon the candidate’s expertise.
Job Functions
Teaching 12 credit hours per semester
Teaching undergraduate courses such as introduction to mathematics, statistics, and upper division courses based upon the candidate’s expertise
Marginal Functions
No marginal functions identified in the current job description content
Supervisor
This position will report to the Department Chair
Working Hours
Varies
Supervision Exercised
This is not a supervisory role
Required Licensure
N/A
Anticipated Start Date
The position is expected to begin on August 3, 2026
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have at least a master’s in mathematics, Statistics, Mathematical Education, or related area, with at least 18 graduate credits hours in mathematics or Statistics
Preferred Qualifications / Skills
Successful candidates must have a strong interest and ability in teaching undergraduate courses such as introduction to mathematics, statistics, and upper division courses based upon the candidate’s expertise
Additional Application Materials Required
Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:
Current curriculum vitae
Cover letter
A brief statement of teaching philosophy
Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
Additional Requirements
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.
Passport (all pages including blank pages)
Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)
Application Review Date
Initial review of applications will begin immediately
Job Posting Close Date
Open until filled
How to Apply
Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Richard Patterson at 904-620-3717 or [email protected]
About the Department
The Mathematics and Statistics Department strives to instill in our students with an appreciation for the power of mathematics and statistics, as well as a desire to be lifelong learners. Faculty are actively engaged in scholarship, students have opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities, and the department strives for excellence. For more information about the department of Mathematics and Statistics visit: https://www.unf.edu/coas/math-stat/index.html.
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Equal Opportunity
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
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