Job Description

Instructor, Mathematics

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Employment Group
VIUFA
Position Number
00276
Division
Faculty of Science and Technology
Department
Math
Campus
Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Location
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Country
Canada
Appointment Type
temporary part-time
Workload
4 Workload Hours per week
Pay Level
VIUFA F2: temporary instructional.
Starting Salary
$8,196.30 per assigned course consisting of three workload hours. The rate for any courses requiring fewer or greater hours shall be prorated based on this standard.
Appointment Start Date
29-Dec-2025
Appointment End Date
15-May-2026
Additional Information
Appointment may end early or be extended. Posting will remain open until filled. Applications will begin being reviewed on November 12, 2025.
Applicant Documents
CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Teaching Evaluations, Philosophy, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference
Posted Date
30-Oct-2025
Job Reference
2819

Duties:

Teach one section of MATH 101

Spring 2026


MATH 101 - Calculus for Engineering and Physical Sciences II - 4 workload hours per week. The course is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays 8:30 am to 10:00 am and Fridays 8:30 am to 9:30 am

For course descriptions, see the Mathematics Courses page.



Duties include preparation of lectures, assignments, tests, grading of submitted work, and holding regular office hours. The course is four lecture hours per week, scheduled through face-to-face classroom delivery at the Nanaimo campus.



Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

MSc in mathematics or statistics from an appropriately accredited institution. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Familiarity with learning management systems (D2L, Moodle, etc). Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and commitment to a team-based working culture. A commitment to, and understanding of, the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom and workplace.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in mathematics or statistics from an appropriately accredited institution. A demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the post-secondary level.



VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. * Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.