The Physics Department of Lafayette College, a highly selective undergraduate institution with programs in the arts, sciences, and engineering, has an opening for a tenure-track assistant professor. The appointment is expected to start July 1, 2010.
Lafayette College is conveniently situated in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, 70 miles from New York City and 60 miles from Philadelphia. We are seeking candidates having broad intellectual interests, an obvious enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching, a commitment to creative teaching in a variety of settings, and the ability to conduct scholarly research in an undergraduate college environment. Proficiency in a research area of physics that undergraduates find exciting, and in which they can effectively participate, is highly desirable. The Search Committee is particularly interested in individuals who can communicate effectively with groups of undergraduates having a variety of interests and backgrounds, including engineering. A Ph.D. in physics (or a very closely related field) by August 2010 is required. Ability to teach solar system astronomy to non-science majors would be advantageous, as would eagerness to teach physics-related first-year and interdisciplinary seminars.
To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by November 1, 2009. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Submit letter of application (email applications will not be accepted), c.v., statement of teaching philosophy, research plan and startup needs, and three letters of reference to Search Committee, Dept of Physics, Lafayette College, Easton, PA 18042-1782. Lafayette College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
