Description

The Division of Science at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for an Instructor (Academic Support Staff) position in the field of Mathematics, with the rank open, depending on experience and qualifications. Excellence in undergraduate education is a hallmark of NYUAD's mission. Consequently, candidates are expected to be inspirational teachers and mentors to undergraduate students. An ideal applicant would have some teaching or teacher assistance experience and be an excellent communicator both orally and in writing in English.

The Instructor will support NYUAD's educational mission by mentoring students and instructing in lecture courses in the mathematics major and the integrated science curriculum for all science and engineering majors at the University. Instructors will teach recitation sections and run review sessions, among other duties such as grading. A demonstrable ability to think creatively about teaching and to work as an effective member of a teaching team is required. Instructors will undergo training prior to the start of each academic year and appointments will be for up to three years, with the opportunity to renew. The position offers opportunities for professional growth.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/

NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty, academic staff and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. 

NYUAD is committed to building and strengthening a university-wide culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging and equity (IDBE), which is fundamental to the University’s commitment to excellence. Visit our website for more information on NYUAD’s commitment to IDBE and how these values are fundamental to our mission.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.

Working for NYUAD

At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty and staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to faculty and staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.

Qualifications

This position requires an advanced degree in Mathematics.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Statement
• Names and contact information for three (3) references. (Only referees of shortlisted candidates will be contacted.)  

Applications close on September 15, 2024. We anticipate that the successful candidate will be appointed during the academic year 2024-2025 and can relocate to Abu Dhabi.

NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our University. 

For questions about this position, please email nyuad.academicrecruitment@nyu.edu.

If this sounds like you, apply now.

Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. 

NYUAD values diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity; such principles are fundamental to the university's commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal opportunity employer.  We particularly welcome applications from members of traditionally underrepresented groups, women, and UAE nationals. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a highly diverse and inclusive campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.

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Deadline: Sep 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time