Mathematics Faculty

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Mathematics Faculty Position
Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the
whole person and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an
intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to
learn and grow in an academic community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent
academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are
challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly
Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through
lifelong service.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is seeking a full-time (nine month) Mathematics or Mathematics Education Faculty
Member, beginning in the Fall semester of 2026. Rank is Assistant Professor or higher. Compensation is competitive among the Council
for
Christian Colleges and Universities. A full complement of benefits is provided, including a health care plan, retirement cont
ributions and tuition assistance (self and dependents).
Responsibilities and expectations for this position include:
-Teaching a
broad range of undergraduate mathematics courses. Teaching assignments will range from general education courses to upper-level courses for
Mathematics majors dependent on the candidate's area of expertise. Teaching load will be approximately 12 credit hours per
semester.
-Advising of students majoring in Mathematics or Mathematics Education and ensuring that their academic progress meets
requirements set by the institution, as well as working with students to encourage professional development.
-Supporting efforts for
continuous improvement within the mathematics programs.
-Serving the University through committee participation.
Qualifications for
the successful candidate:
-Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience, and mission fit.
-Personal commitment to Jesus
Christ.
-Understanding and alignment of the heritage, doctrine, and practices of the Church of the Nazarene.
-A doctoral degree in
Mathematics or Mathematics Education is preferred; candidates holding a master's degree in mathematics with experience will be
considered.
-A strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting and a commitment to scholarship and
continued professional development.
-Excellent oral and written communication skills, a demonstrable track record in successful teaching,
and proven ability to work effectively with others.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal
educational and employment opportunities, the uni versity actively encourages applications from members of all ethnic groups
underrepresented in higher education. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly
advised. Interested candidates should send an application letter, curriculum vita, unofficial college transcripts, evidence of teaching
competence, names and contact information for three references, a one- to two- page statement of educational philosophy, and a one- to
two-page statement of faith. Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials via email as Microsoft Word, .pdf file attachments,
or as hard copies to:
Academic Affairs.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University 800 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Email:
academic.affairs@mvnu.edu
Professional and personal references are required, consistent with the responsibilities associated with this
position. A background check will be performed prior to appointment. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully discriminate on
the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its employment policies and practices.
As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider
religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition
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f employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance ther ewith.