The Department of Mathematics at Fort Hays State University is seeking applicants for a nine-month, non-tenure-track faculty position to start Fall 2025. The faculty member will teach a full load (12 credits) of courses during the Fall and Spring semesters. A typical semester of courses may include in-person and online general education courses, courses in the calculus sequence, and upper-division courses. The position will include some opportunities for paid overload, including during the summer session.
FHSU and the Department of Mathematics are committed to building an inclusive and representative environment for our students and state, so we encourage women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.
Application Process:
Qualified candidates must submit the following:
- cover letter describing how the candidate is qualified for the described position
- CV
- contact information for three professional references
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree, including 18 hours of graduate-level mathematics
- Evidence of effective teaching in mathematics courses similar to those listed above
- Proficiency with online learning tools and resources
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics
- Demonstrated effectiveness teaching online courses
- A record of developing mathematics courses for online offering
Rank: Instructor
Appointment Date: August 2025
Application Priority Deadline: Screening of applications will begin November 8, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities:
- Teach 12 hours of on-campus/online courses in mathematics
- Departmental service
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Name: Dr. Bill Weber
Phone: 785-628-5375
About the Department:
The Department of Mathematics offers two undergraduate programs: BA/BS in Industrial/Academic Mathematics and BA/BS in Mathematics Education. Students may also earn a minor in Mathematics. At the graduate level, a student may earn a Master’s of Science in Education with an emphasis in Mathematics. The Department has 10 full-time faculty positions and is located in a newly renovated space in Rarick Hall, including dedicated mathematics classrooms and meeting spaces.
About the College:
The Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics was formed in 2015 by bringing together the departments of Agriculture, Applied Technology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geosciences, Mathematics, and Physics. The college includes approximately 70 full-time faculty, 1200 undergraduate majors, and 50+ graduate students. It also makes significant contributions to the university’s General Education program and the Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science, an early-college program for high-achieving high-school students. Undergraduate students participate in technical, classroom, field, and lab experiences that many schools would reserve for graduate students. Our academic programs are innovative, and our facilities are outstanding. The Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics teachers embrace a one-on-one teaching and mentoring philosophy and provide robust research opportunities for our students.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
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