The Teaching Post-Doctoral (TPD) Program was inaugurated in 1997. The program provides qualified candidates with a three year professional training position which is similar to post-doctoral positions in research, except that here the emphasis is on teaching and scholarly activities pertaining to teaching. Although teaching and related activities are a major component of the program it is not to the exclusion of research.
These teaching post-doctoral positions are part of a training program intended for individuals with a teaching career in mind. These positions are similar to post-doctoral positions in research except that the emphasis is on teaching and scholarly activities pertaining to teaching. Teaching post-docs have the opportunity to teach a wide range of undergraduate courses and to participate in departmental activities such as research seminars, curriculum reform, projects with undergraduates, and outreach activities like teacher training programs. This postdoc program is ideal for those planning to teach at a four-year college or master's degree granting institution.
Responsibilities are to teach up to nine units per semester across the full spectrum of lower and upper division courses, to maintain and build an active research program, and to participate fully in the activities of the Department.
By the time of the appointment, candidates are expected to have a PhD and an excellent research record or potential, as well as a strong commitment to teaching.
An academic year salary of $40,000, plus a $1,000 moving allowance, plus a $1,500 professional travel allowance during the program.
For a listing of available positions and application procedures, please consult the employment portion of the math.arizona.edu website.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds M/W/D/V.