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Adjunct Professor for Math for the Health Sciences

Position Number: 6597660
Location: Purchase, NY
Position Type: Mathematics

Adjunct Professor for Math for the Health Sciences

Job Title: Adjunct Professor for Math for the Health Sciences

Department: Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Computing

Reports to: NSMC Chair

Effective Date: Spring 2026

# of Direct Reports: 0

# of People Supported: 1

Job Description:

The adjunct will teach the course Math for the Health Sciences. The course is described as the following: MATH-1050 Math for the Health Sciences (3 Credits). Review of the mathematics required to accurately calculate medication dosages, including linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Systems of measurement, conversions, and common abbreviations related to units of measurements. Calculation of oral and parenteral dosages (including those based on weight), reconstitution of solutions, titration of IV medications, and insulin dosages. This course serves students within the college's health sciences programs, as well as those students interested in gaining mathematical knowledge useful within the healthcare field.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Teach the course MATH1050, which includes 2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session) Days and times of lecture are TBD by professor and chair

Use Brightspace as a digital learning platform for course materials and grading

Hold 3 office hours per week

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong leadership skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Qualifications:

Education: M.S., Ph.D., post-docs, or experienced academicians with a strong background in a related discipline (e.g.- mathematics)

Experience: Experience with teaching a similar course is preferred

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing and walking around a classroom.

Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds at times.

Salary:

The annual salary for this position is dependent upon the adjunct union contract

Hours Expectation:

2 lectures per week (1 hour and 20 minutes/ lecture session) as well as 3 office hours per week.

Days and Times: TBD

Housing:

Housing is not provided.

Benefits:

Adjunct instructors may contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be invited to interview before the application deadline. We encourage you to apply early, as the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at human.resources@mville.edu to ask for assistance.

Job Type: Part Time
Pay: $3,375 - $3,675

To apply, visit https://mville.exacthire.com/job/186013