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Department/Program Overview:
The College of Arts and Sciences
at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical
State University invites applications and
nominations for the 12-month, tenure-track (as 9
month faculty) position of Chair of the
Department of Mathematics at the rank of
Associate or Full Professor.
An 1890 Land Grant University located in
Greensboro, North Carolina, North Carolina A&T
State University enjoys a long-standing national
reputation in learning, discovery and
engagement. With a student body in excess of
10,000 and faculties of 450, A&T offers
undergraduate and graduate degrees through its
eight schools and colleges in addition to
certification and certificate programs. The
University, one of the sixteen constituent units
of The University of North Carolina (UNC), is
doctoral/research intensive and accredited by
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
(SACS). A&T’s strategic vision of
Uncompromising Excellence focuses the University
on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a
learner-centered environment.
The Department of Mathematics typically enrolls
80 undergraduate and 10 masters students and
currently has 22 tenured or tenure-track
faculty. The primary areas of faculty
research in mathematics are applied mathematics
and modeling. For the 2007-2008 academic year,
the Department of Mathematics’ faculty were
awarded over $790,000 in extramural funding.
The Department offers the Bachelor of Science in
Mathematics; Bachelor of Science in Applied
Mathematics; Bachelor of Science in Secondary
Education (Mathematics); Master of Science in
Applied Mathematics; and Master of Arts in
Teaching (Mathematics).
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:
The College of Arts and Sciences at North
Carolina A&T State University seeks an
imaginative and inspiring chair, who possesses a
distinguished record of scholarly
accomplishments, appreciates the integration of
learning, discovery and engagement, and has
significant administrative experience.
Candidates are expected to exhibit a strong
commitment to scholarship and research
excellence in the arena of Mathematics and to
exhibit an open and collegial style of
communication. Experience in successful grant
management is a must. Among the
responsibilities of the chair are the
administration of the department’s instructional
and research programs, budgetary management,
faculty development, instruction, academic
advising, and departmental assessment. As the
academic leader and chief administrative officer
of the Department of Mathematics, the chair
reports directly to the Dean of the College of
Arts and Sciences.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. In Mathematics or related discipline and
an established record of research and
publication in area of specialty.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants must
submit
a)
Administrative and Faculty Employment
Application, b)
letter of interest, c) complete curriculum
vitae including references with contact
information (including phone numbers), d)
legible copies of all undergraduate and
graduate transcripts and e) brief statement
of applicant’s vision for sustained
excellence and growth in the Department of
Mathematics. Applications and credentials
should be submitted by email (preferred) or
by mail to:
Dr. Michael A. Plater, Dean
College of Arts and Sciences
A411 General Classroom Building
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC 27411
EMAIL:
maplater@ncat.edu
Salary:
Competitive
Application Deadline:
November 15, 2009 or until position is filled
Position Available:
July 1, 2010
N.C. A&T COMPLIES WITH THE IMMIGRATION REFORM
AND CONTROL ACT OF 1985. WE HIRE ONLY UNITED
STATES CITIZENS AND LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED Foreign
Nationals. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE
DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYABILITY AND IDENTITY
BASED ON THE LAW.
A criminal conviction check will be required for
any applicant who is selected as a finalist for
a position. A criminal record does not
necessarily eliminate you from employment with
the University. Each conviction will be reviewed
with respect to the offense, circumstances,
seriousness, and the position for which you
apply.
North Carolina A&T
State University is a land-grant
doctoral/research intensive institution and AA/EEO
employer |
