Adjunct Faculty Mathematics

Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001 (Hattiesburg campus).

About the role

The School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences invites applications to establish a pool of qualified candidates for current and future part-time Adjunct Faculty appointments. Successful applicants may teach up to six semester credit hours (2 courses per semester) of undergraduate mathematics courses, delivered online and/or face-to-face.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate mathematics courses.
• Prepare course syllabus, lectures, assignments, and other course components.
• Use Canvas to manage the course and deliver content.
• Utilize effective teaching methods to ensure all course outcomes are met.
• Evaluate student work in a timely manner, provide constructive feedback, and assign grades.
• Be available to students for questions and support.
• Submit course assessments to the Program Coordinator for accreditation purposes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (or 18 hours of graduate coursework) in Mathematics or Mathematics Education from an accredited university.
• Knowledge of undergraduate mathematics, including College Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Statistics, or other assigned courses.
• Knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies and best practices in mathematics education.
• Ability to teach effectively in both online and traditional settings at the university level.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.
• Successful background check clearance.

Skills

• Ability to teach undergraduate-level courses and clearly communicate technical content to diverse student populations.
• Skill in preparing course materials, assessing student performance, and using instructional technologies effectively.
• Ability to integrate practical, industry-based examples into instruction to support applied learning.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff while maintaining academic standards and complying with university policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with online course delivery and instruction.
• Experience with Canvas technology.

About the University

The University of Southern Mississippi, founded in 1910, delivers programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and online. As a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, Southern Miss is one of the nation’s leading research institutions, known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and language development for children with communication disorders. The university is a national leader in disciplines such as cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development. Southern Miss produces graduates ready for emerging technologies through programs in computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering, while also addressing workforce shortages in education and nursing. The university holds accreditation in four major areas of the arts and competes in 17 NCAA Division I sports as the Golden Eagles.