The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona College, invites applications for a one-year, fixed-term appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Physics in the Division of Mathematics and Natural Sciences beginning in the fall of 2009. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or a closely allied discipline, and a strong interest in undergraduate instruction. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at all undergraduate levels ranging from physics for non-scientists to rigorous courses for science and engineering majors. Teaching duties will consist of 12 contact hours per week in lecture and/or laboratory courses. The successful candidate will be expected to perform service activities (e.g., professional, university, community) and have opportunities to develop undergraduate research projects, as well as continue their scholarly activity. Travel funds in support of professional development are available. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.
Applicants should send a letter of application establishing their qualifications; a current vita; graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of an interview); a description of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; and a minimum of three letters of reference. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and accompanying materials electronically to mnsdiv@psu.edu in Word or PDF formats. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. Non-electronic inquiries, applications, and additional materials should be sent to:
Chair, Search Committee for Physics (Fixed Term I)
Penn State Altoona
Pos. C-30210
3000 Ivyside Park
Altoona, PA 16601-3760
For additional information on Penn State Altoona, please visit our web page at http://www.altoona.psu.edu
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