Dean of Undergraduate Programs jobs in Kansas City, KS

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 90 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a 9-month faculty position (lecturer, assistant professor, associate professor, or full professor based on experience) within the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics to teach lower-level and upper-level mathematics and possibly pre-engineering courses. A strong background in teaching and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities is desired. Additionally, candidates with a background in data science or data analytics is also desirable.

The faculty member is responsible for teaching, advising, service, and scholarship in compliance with the Faculty Handbook. USM and the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics have a close, collegial faculty dedicated to the teaching-learning relationship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, create, and deliver educational content for each course assigned for lecture. Courses may include, but are not limited to Quantitative Literacy (with Basic Principles), College Algebra, Calculus I, II, and III, Differential Equations, Dynamics, Graphics for Engineers.
• Evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and teaching methods, as required in the maintenance of high-quality and relevant programs of study in applied mathematics, engineering, chemistry, and biology.
• Provide attendance, grade, and assessment data in a timely fashion to students and to the University.
• Maintain records as required for student attendance, advising, and grading.
• Be available to students through regularly scheduled office hours, participate in Wednesday Aspire Days and career readiness events, attend undergraduate research forums and other events as needed.
• Advise and mentor students on their selection of major and career guidance. Assist students with progression through degree plans and registering for courses.
• Work cooperatively with multiple stakeholders within the USM campus community including students, staff, fellow faculty, and athletics program.
• Attend scheduled Division meetings, Faculty Senate meetings, committee meetings, University Assembly meetings as well as university ceremonies and events.
• Advise and/or work with student organizations, clubs, or related activities as needed.
• Participate in student recruitment, registration, campus visits, retention, and placement activities as appropriate.
• In order to provide an excellent educational program to students, faculty are involved in both Scholarly Learning and Scholarly Contributions. Scholarly Learning allows the faculty member to maintain and grow in knowledge of their academic discipline, teaching pedagogy, and other aspects of their faculty position. Scholarly Contributions continue to advance the field’s knowledge.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Preference will be given to those who have earned a Ph.D. in mathematics, physics, engineering, or closely related fields that prepare the candidate for the subject matter to be taught. Candidates that are all but dissertation or graduates of a Master of Science degree within the discipline or 18 graduate level credits in the discipline will also be considered.
• Candidates must be able to teach in person at the main campus of the University of Saint Mary.
• Prior teaching at the college level is preferred.
• Competency using Microsoft Office products.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including interacting and effectively working and teaching in a diverse environment.
• Must successfully clear the required background screen.
• Affinity with the overall mission and core values of the University of Saint Mary and the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.