The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Morningside University is seeking applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in mathematics, to begin August 11, 2025.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching load is 24 credits per academic year which includes a May term once every 3 years.
• Teaching courses at all undergraduate levels of mathematics, including introductory statistics.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must possess a Master’s Degree or higher in Mathematics or a closely related field from an accredited university.
• Experience teaching undergraduates at various level, mentoring undergraduate research students, and engaging with students from diverse backgrounds preferred.

About Morningside:

Morningside is a private university located in Sioux City, Iowa, that serves approximately 2,300 students from almost all 50 states and more than 30 countries. It was established in 1894 by The United Methodist Church, an affiliation it continues to maintain, and Dr. Albert Mosley serves as its 13th president. The main campus comprises 69 acres nestled in a serene, park-like setting in the heart of Iowa’s fourth largest city. Lags Farm and Sioux Gateway Airport are both nearby extensions of the campus that serve the School of Agriculture and Aviation.

Morningside’s largest undergraduate programs are education, nursing, and business, and the Sharon Walker School of Education and Nylen School of Nursing both offer well-established online post-baccalaureate and graduate program options for nontraditional and graduate students. A strong commitment to experiential learning has enabled Morningside University to maintain a remarkable 99% job and graduate school placement rate for its undergraduate graduates over the past decade.

Morningside University is home to the Mustangs Athletic Department, which fields 28 varsity sports and is a proud member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC). Residential undergraduate students may also enjoy more than 50 student-led clubs and organizations or choose to get involved with the School of Visual and Performing Arts regardless of their major. Learn more about Morningside University at www.morningside.edu

Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Applications received by October 25, 2024 will receive full consideration. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Successful completion of a background check and education verification are required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law.

Apply on-line by submitting an email to facultysearch@morningside.edu and ‘Math Search’ in the subject line. Please attach a PDF or Microsoft Word files of the following documents:

• A cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• A brief statement of research interests
• Three letters of recommendation. The letters of recommendation can also be submitted electronically to facultysearch@morningside.edu email address and ‘Math Search Letter of Recommendation’ in the subject line.

If you have any questions about the position, please don’t hesitate to contact Professor Randy Campbell, Department Head for Mathematical Sciences and the search committee chair at campbell@morningside.edu. If you need accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search, please contact the Director of Human Resources at welp@morningside.edu.