The Department of Mathematical Sciences in the College of Science and Health at DePaul University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Professional Lecturer (functional title: Teaching Assistant Professor). The initial appointment will be for one academic year (September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027), but the position carries the possibility of renewal.
Key Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of Professional Lecturers is teaching. The teaching load for this position is 9 courses per academic year (3 courses per academic quarter). A significant portion of the teaching load for this position will likely include sections of MAT 120 Quantitative Reasoning, as well as MAT 140/141 Discrete Mathematics, MAT 150/151/152 Calculus I/II/III, MAT 137 Business Statistics, or other courses depending on departmental needs and/or the candidate's expertise.
Professional Lecturers may be called upon to engage in some service functions to help support programmatic or teaching-related activities. The position of Professional Lecturer carries no expectation of research or scholarly activity.
About the Department
The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers undergraduate degrees in Actuarial Science, Data Science, Mathematical Sciences, and Mathematics & Computer Science, and offers graduate degrees in Pure Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Mathematics for Teaching, Applied Mathematics, and Applied Statistics. Beyond its degree programs, the department supports the university''s general education curriculum and allied fields in the natural sciences, business, and computer science.
About the College
The College of Science and Health includes the School of Nursing and departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Environmental Science and Studies, Health Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Neuroscience, Physics and Astrophysics, Psychology, and Rehabilitative Sciences and Professions. The College of Science and Health is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized, accessible, and inclusive education in science and health disciplines to a diverse student body. Rooted in the enduring values of St. Vincent de Paul, we nurture student success and a sense of belonging within our community. As leaders in science and health education and research in the vibrant city of Chicago, we embrace our responsibility to promote social and environmental justice.
For full consideration, complete applications should be received by Monday, May 25, 2026. Complete applications will include:
For further questions about this position, please contact the search committee chair Dr. Christopher Drupieski at c.drupieski@depaul.edu.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.
About DePaul University''s Academic Calendar
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications