High Point University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in experimental physics, computational physics or astronomy starting in August, 2011. A Ph.D. in physics or astronomy is required, and experience teaching undergraduates is preferred. The BS physics program at High Point University was started in August, 2010, with a focus on creative and contemporary teaching, computational physics, undergraduate research, and a commitment to mentoring. We seek a dynamic individual who will embrace these values and will contribute to the growth of the major. Department teaching responsibilities include first-year seminar courses, general education courses for non-science majors, service courses for science majors, and courses for physics majors.
Interested candidates should send paper or electronic copies (pdf only) of (1) a cover letter; (2) CV; (3) undergraduate and graduate transcripts (copies of official transcripts are acceptable); (4) a statement of teaching experience, that describes approaches to teaching both science and non-science majors, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and examples of classroom practice; (5) a statement of research interests describing how you would involve undergraduates; and (6) three letters of recommendation to:
Dr. Aaron Titus, Department of Chemistry and Physics, High Point University, 833 Montlieu Avenue, High Point, NC 27262. Email: atitus@highpoint.edu
Startup funds may be available. Applications received by February 28, 2011 will be assured of full consideration. Applications may be accepted until the position is filled. To learn more about High Point University, visit http://www.highpoint.edu and to learn more about the physics program, visit http://physics.highpoint.edu.
