Job Details

Position: Instructor of Mathematics (Non-Tenure Track)
Type: Full-Time (9-month appointment)
Category: Mathematics
Posted: November 21, 2025
Start Date: August 10, 2026 (duties begin August 17, 2026)

Institution: Western Kentucky University (WKU)
Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky

About Western Kentucky University

Founded in 1906, Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied research institution and the third-largest public four-year university in Kentucky, with approximately 16,293 students and 2,612 faculty and staff. The university is dedicated to delivering transformative academic and social experiences and to contributing to the development of surrounding communities.

Located in Bowling Green, Kentucky—a diverse city of approximately 70,000 residents where more than 85 languages are spoken—WKU is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus culture. WKU provides comprehensive health and wellness benefits for employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependents, as well as paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and tuition discounts for employees and dependents. The institution promotes work–life balance and a supportive workplace culture.

Learn more at wku.edu/about.

Position Description

The Department of Mathematics at WKU seeks to appoint a full-time, non-tenure-track Instructor I. This is a nine-month faculty role, renewable annually based on performance. The appointment begins August 10, 2026.

The successful candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate mathematics courses. Depending on qualifications, they may also teach courses in mathematics education and/or statistics. Candidates with a terminal degree in mathematics or a closely related field may be considered for teaching graduate-level courses.

Core Responsibilities

Teaching

• Deliver effective instruction in undergraduate mathematics courses ranging from introductory to advanced levels.

• Teach graduate-level courses if holding appropriate terminal qualifications.

Curriculum Development

• Prepare course materials, assignments, lessons, and assessments.

Student Support

• Provide timely feedback, maintain office hours, and support student academic success.

Service

• Engage in departmental, college, university, and community service activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in mathematics or a closely related discipline, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics prior to employment.

• Evidence of successful teaching experience.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty colleagues.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Additional Information

Under Kentucky state law, all public postsecondary institutions must conduct pre-employment criminal background checks.

WKU is committed to equal employment and educational opportunity for all individuals. In compliance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Revised 1992), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, discrimination or harassment will not be tolerated based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, veteran status, uniformed services, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or disability.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations during the application or selection process should contact:

Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator
Email: ena.demir@wku.edu | Phone: (270) 745-6867
Additional Title IX information: https://www.wku.edu/titleix/

Information regarding educational programs offered by WKU is available at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For queries related to job postings, email employment@wku.edu.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted via WKU’s electronic talent management system by December 5, 2025. Review of applications may continue until the position is filled.

Required application materials:

• Cover letter describing qualifications and courses the applicant is qualified to teach

• Statement of teaching philosophy

• Curriculum vitae

• Unofficial transcripts

Applicants will receive email confirmation upon successful submission.

Application Link

https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=194554