Professional Opportunities

Metadata Librarian - Bucknell UniversityBucknell University seeks to hire a Metadata Librarian who will manage and coordinate activities related to metadata production for Bucknell's growing digital collections. A Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science is required. For maximum consideration, post a cover letter, resume, and names of three references by midnight, July 15, 2008 on Bucknell University's online recruiting website at www.bucknell.edu, "Working at Bucknell", followed by "Jobs at Bucknell". Bucknell encourages applications from women and members of minority groups (EEO/AA).[Posted 1-July-2008]

Full-time, one-year visiting position in the Department of Mathematical Sciences - Loyola CollegeApplications are invited for a full-time, one-year visiting position in the Department of Mathematical Sciences beginning in Fall 2008. Teaching duties will be four classes per semester with two to three preparations. Candidates should have at least a master's degree in either mathematics or mathematics education although a Ph. D. in mathematics or mathematics education is preferred. Our homepage, http://www.loyola.edu/mathsci, provides further information about the department. For more information about this position, and to apply, please go to http://www.loyola.edu/careers and complete the online application. Electronic submission of a cover letter, curriculum vita and statements of teaching philosophy and research interests are required and should be attached at the appropriate prompt on the application. Paper applications will not be accepted. Transcripts and three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Dr. Dipa Choudhury, Chair, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Loyola College, 4501 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21210-2699. Review of applications will begin immediately. Loyola College is a dynamic, highly selective Jesuit Catholic institution in the liberal arts tradition and is recognized as a leading independent, comprehensive university in the northeastern United States. Loyola enrolls over 3,200 students in its undergraduate programs and 3,000 students in its graduate programs. Loyola is an AA/EO employer that seeks applications from women and members of minority groups.[Posted 1-July-2008]

Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Statistics - American UniversityThe Department of Mathematics and Statistics at American University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in statistics beginning September, 2009. A Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, or related statistical field is required. Evidence of teaching excellence and research potential is required. All areas of interest will be considered though candidates with expertise in biostatistics, Bayesian statistics, survey sampling, or financial statistics are strongly encourage to apply. The successful candidate is expected to teach a broad range of statistics courses to undergraduate and graduate students and to collaborate with faculty from various disciplines.Send letter of interest, CV, teaching statement, research statement, and at least three letters of recommendation, one of which addresses teaching, to: Statistics Search Committee Department of Mathematics and Statistics American University 4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20016-8050. The search will continue until the position is filled. American University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.[Posted 1-July-2008]

Math Content Specialist (Based in Doha, Qatar) - Academy for Educational Development (AED)Math Content Specialist (Based in Doha, Qatar) The Academy for Educational Development (AED) currently has open positions for Math Content Specialists in Doha, Qatar. AED is paying a competitive salary along with free housing, project laptop and cell phone, Business class ticket to Qatar, and transportation allowance. This position will be working with the Supreme Education Council of Qatar. The Math Content specialist will be working with a team to strategically manage project activities in all areas surrounding Math coursework to ensure that teacher quality and development is accelerating and student achievement is improving; s/he will provide daily technical assistance to the Math teachers and necessary leadership to independent school operators and teachers. The ideal candidate must have: A Masters Degree; Five years teaching experience; Experience with primary, preparatory, and/or secondary levels mathematics. Due to the donor contract, only female candidates can be considered. To learn more about the position and to apply, applicants should send resume with cover letter referencing position title and reference #QatarAWM to: AED/HR, 1825 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20009; fax: 202-884-8413, or email to:employ@aed.org. For additional information, visit our website at http://www.aed.org. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V [Posted 30-June-2008]