Mathematics Departent Instructor or Assistant Professor

Position Summary

North Greenville University is receiving applications for a full-time teaching position in the Department of Mathematics to begin in January 2027. Applications will be taken until the position is filled. Rank and compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience.  

Candidates applying for this position should hold a master’s degree or higher in mathematics or a closely related field with at least 18 credits of graduate math from an accredited institution.  Classroom teaching experience is preferred.  Applicants must be willing to teach a combination of developmental and introductory math topics (such as algebra, trigonometry, statistics, or calculus).  We welcome and encourage an interest in teaching a mid-to-upper-level specialty as well (such as geometry, numerical analysis, or mathematical statistics).  Teaching load will be primarily in-person, traditional format.  Willingness to teach occasional online sections is beneficial but not necessary.  The ability to integrate biblical faith in the teaching discipline is essential.  

North Greenville University is a teaching university affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention.  Members of the NGU faculty are orthodox Christians who have a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ, are role models in their piety and ethics, maintain active membership in an evangelical congregation, and mentor students academically and spiritually.  They are Christian scholars who reflect upon their discipline from the perspective of a biblical worldview and are expected to teach in accordance with, and not advocate contrary to, the university’s Statement on Human Flourishing.  All employees of NGU are required to abstain from illegal drugs and beverage alcohol, to agree to abide by the employee and faculty handbooks, including community standards agreements, and to affirm an understanding of, and willingness not to teach contrary to, the Baptist Faith & Message 2000.

Responsibilities

• Cover a full teaching load in the Department of Mathematics.
• Serve on faculty committees as assigned.
• Assist the department and school leadership with curriculum and assessment design.
• Advise math majors as assigned by the math chair.
• Attend and contribute to department meetings and university faculty meetings.
• Assist the department as needed in planning the course offering and schedule.
• Assist with faculty searches including adjunct coverage when necessary.
• Maintain office hours.
• Participate in campus events (e.g. chapel, convocations, graduation, preview days, etc.).
• Develop professionally through appropriate reading and scholarship.
• Intentionally and explicitly integrate the Christian faith with teaching and scholarship.
• Model genuine Christian faith in and beyond the workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the dean and associate dean.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Able to move between buildings and attend classes, meetings, and functions across campus.
• Speaking: Frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, professionally, and with a contextually appropriate tone and volume.
• Cognitive/Emotional: Ability to critically think and express emotions and thoughts in an honest, collegial, constructive, and prudent manner.

Working Relationships and Work Schedule

This position is a full-time position with a nine-month contract corresponding to the nine-month instructional period, with anticipation of renewal each year pending annual review.  Classes will primarily be taught in person on the Tigerville campus during daytime hours, but online courses may also be part of the teaching load.  Any overload opportunity or summer teaching beyond the contractual hours is negotiated as needed and not promised.  Math faculty reports to the Chair of Mathematics, who reports to the Associate Dean of the School of Science and Math, who reports to the Dean of the College of Humanities and Sciences.

Application

In addition to the online application, candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, copies of unofficial transcripts, and the contact information for two professional references, and one reference from a leader in your church.  Candidates submitting materials by October 25, 2026, will receive full consideration.  Review of applications from candidates begins after October 25, 2026, and continues until positions are filled. 

• An earned master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Statistics (18 credits of graduate math) from an accredited institution.
• An established academic record of organization and time management.
• Excellent communication skills, especially with young college students.
• The ability to integrate biblical faith in the teaching discipline.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaborative skills.