The Department of Physics at Texas Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position dedicated primarily to undergraduate astronomy education. The appointment is expected to begin with the Fall semester of 2011. Duties will include teaching astronomy courses at the introductory and advanced undergraduate levels. The successful candidate is expected to serve as Director of the Department’s Skyview Observatory and to help develop an astronomy minor and concentration within the Physics major. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Astronomy or Physics. Experience teaching introductory courses and in curriculum development is highly desirable. The selected candidate is also invited to participate in research, particularly activities that can involve undergraduates, and in departmental outreach.
The Department currently has 20 faculty members, over 50 graduate students, and approximately 70 undergraduate physics majors. Current information on teaching, research and other activities can be found at http://www.phys.ttu.edu
Applications should include a CV, statement of teaching experience and interest, as well as research interests, list of publications, and names of three professional references mailed to: Ms. Joyce Norton, (joyce.norton@ttu.edu), Texas Tech University, Department of Physics, Lubbock, TX 79409, Fax: 806-742-1182; Phone: 806-742-3767. Application materials may be emailed to Ms. Norton.
Review of applications will begin March 15th and continue until the position is filled. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Texas Tech is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
