The department of Physics at Georgia Southern University invites applications for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor. The position requires teaching, service, and research responsibilities as well as a terminal degree. The Department of Physics is comprised of eight tenured or tenure-track faculty who are teacher-scholars primarily committed to undergraduate teaching and research. Applicants with demonstrated proficiency in any area of physics or astronomy are encouraged to apply.
Required qualifications: PhD in physics, astronomy, or related field by August 1, 2011; evidence of teaching and research abilities; ability to establish an active and productive research program involving undergraduates; demonstrated command of written and spoken English; willingness to work well with others. Preferred qualifications: At least one year experience teaching physics or astronomy; experience in teaching a large section of general physics or astronomy; experience teaching a diverse student population, especially at the undergraduate level. Screening of applications begins November 1, 2010, and continues until the position is filled. The position starting date is August 1, 2011.
Applications and nominations should be sent to: Dr. Clayton Heller, Search Chair, Search #59289, Georgia Southern University, Department of Physics, P. O. Box 8031, Statesboro GA 30460-8031. Electronic mail: cheller@georgiasouthern.edu. Telephone: 912-478-5292. More information about the position and institution is available through http://cost.georgiasouthern.edu/jobs/59289 Ad Copy.PDF, http://www.georgiasouthern.edu, and http://cost.georgiasouthern.edu/physics
