What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Lecturer: Statistics and Math (Fixed Term Appointment) position at James Madison University?
- 20002048
- College of Science and Mathematics
- Instructional / Teaching Faculty
- Instructional / Teaching Faculty
- Opening on: May 28 2026
- Academic Affairs
- 100026 - Mathematics and Statistics
Working Title: Visiting Lecturer: Statistics and Math (Fixed Term Appointment)
State Role Title: N/A
Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Faculty
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: College of Science and Mathematics
Department: 100026 - Mathematics and Statistics
Pay Band
Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience
Specify Range Or Amount
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 06/28/2026
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Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.
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General Information
The Department of Mathematics & Statistics invites applications for a Fixed Term Appointment (FTA), starting August 2026. This appointment is a 10-month instructional faculty position that is non-tenure track and for 1 year only. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching general education statistics and mathematics classes. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in statistics and experience implementing innovative, student-centered teaching practices.
Our engaged, collegial department is home to over 55 full-time faculty in the areas of statistics, pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and mathematics education. Our programs are dedicated to providing meaningful learning experiences for majors and non-majors alike. We are a supportive faculty who value high-quality undergraduate education. We currently offer Bachelor's degrees in Mathematics and Statistics, including a concentration in Data Science, and minors in Mathematics, Statistics, Computational Analytics, and Mathematics for Elementary & Middle Grades Teachers. Scholarship and service in a variety of forms are respected across all areas in the department. We have a strong history of supporting undergraduate research and outreach efforts, including hosting a NSF-funded REU program, a large annual undergraduate research conference (SUMS), and an outreach conference to encourage STEM interest among middle school girls (MadiSTEM). The department also houses the Center for Statistical Consulting that provides research and scholarship support to faculty, staff, and students across the campus and to external groups.
Duties And Responsibilities
The successful candidate will focus on high-quality, student-centered instruction in introductory statistics and/or mathematics courses. Teaching assignments will include courses in Statistical Literacy, Introductory Statistics, College Algebra, and/or Introductory Calculus. Teaching is the primary responsibility for this position. Relative to teaching expectations, the expectations for scholarship and service are minimal.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- At least a master’s degree in Statistics or Mathematics (or a related field with at least 18 hours of graduate Statistics or Mathematics coursework)
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- At least 18 hours of graduate coursework in statistics
- Experience implementing innovative, student-centered teaching practices
Complete applications should include:
- Cover letter addressing the specific nature of this position
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your teaching practices and methods for creating positive learning environments
- Unofficial transcript(s)
- Names and contact information for three (3) references, including at least one that addresses teaching ability
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