The Department of Physics invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor beginning fall 2010. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy, and candidates with either theoretical or experimental research interests are welcome to apply. The successful applicant must demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching, the ability to teach at all levels of a rigorous undergraduate physics curriculum, and the potential to carry out a productive research program involving undergraduate students. Individuals who can support our curriculum in the area of astronomy/astrophysics and who have interests that go beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries are encouraged to apply. The Department of Physics has significant resources for faculty and student research; see www.rhodes.edu/physics for information about the department.
All application materials are to be submitted electronically. Applicants should combine their CV, transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), a statement of teaching philosophy, and a description of research plans (stating explicitly how undergraduate students will be involved) into one pdf document less than 7 MB in size and email it to PhysicsSearch@rhodes.edu. Candidates should arrange to have three letters of recommendation (at least one should speak to the candidate’s teaching abilities) sent to PhysicsSearch@rhodes.edu. For information about the position, please contact Dr. Ann Viano, chair of the Search Committee, at viano@rhodes.edu. Review of completed applications will begin on January 4, 2010.
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