TT at Wright State

Applications are invited for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics position, with a joint minority appointment in the Department of Teacher Education, at Wright State University to begin September 2009. The position will specialize in Physics Education, with emphasis in K-12 teacher education, and the successful candidate will be active in development, implementation, and assessment of undergraduate and graduate science education programs. Physics education scholarship, including external funding and publications is expected. Candidates must have a Doctorate in Physics or a closely related field, or a Doctorate in Science Education with a Master¹s degree in Physics or related field, (anticipated by September 1, 2009). Experience in teacher preparation and professional development, assessment and evaluation are desirable. Applicants should submit a detailed resume, a statement of research and teaching interests, and have at least three letters of reference mailed to Physics Educator Search Committee, Department of Physics, Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Dayton, OH 45435-0001. Applications can also be emailed to physics@wright.edu. Review of applicants will begin on January 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. WSU has a unique collaborative environment between the science departments and the College of Education, with 15 science and math educators in the College of Science and Mathematics. The Physics Department has a faculty of 14. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.