The Director of Laboratories at the KSU Department of Physics is responsible for the coordination of instructional support for the Department’s undergraduate courses, training and oversight of teaching assistants, coordinating assessment of learning outcomes, developing new and innovative instruction and preparing instruction-related proposals for external and internal funding. The teaching load of the Director will primarily involve one introductory course in physics or astronomy per semester. The Director oversees approximately 30 graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants.
The Department applies new pedagogical methods and technology in its introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and seeks to expand these methods. [See Am J. Phys. 74 1077-84, (2006)] The Director of Laboratories will actively collaborate with faculty in facilitating these changes.
The successful candidate must have completed at least an MS in physics or a closely related field, and must have demonstrated the potential for leadership and management skills in an educational setting. Experience in classroom instruction and evidence of high quality teaching are preferred.
The Director will be given an opportunity to join any suitable research group in the department, including the internationally prominent physics education research group.
Applications should be sent to Support Search Committee, 116 Cardwell Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506-2601 or to supportsearch@phys.ksu.edu. Applications should include a curriculum vita and statements describing interests and background related to the position. The applicant should arrange to have three letters of reference sent. Screening of applicants will begin on March 15, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Background checks required. Kansas State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
