The Colgate University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for twovisiting assistant professor positions in physics to begin in Fall 2011. One position is a one-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal for up to three years; the second position is a one-year position. Candidates should state whether they wish to be considered for only one position or for either position.
A Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a related discipline is required, and previous teaching experience is an advantage. We seek a person with a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Academic responsibilities include teaching introductory and upper level courses within the discipline as well as within Colgate’s Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. The ability to teach electronics, optics, and/or solid state physics is desirable. Although the candidate will have no research responsibilities during this appointment, collaboration with current faculty is encouraged.
Colgate is a highly-selective liberal arts university of 2900 students situated in a picturesque village in central New York. The physics and astronomy department has nine faculty members housed in the new Ho Science Center, which is configured to facilitate interdisciplinary teaching and research. The department maintains well-equipped research laboratories in quantum and optical physics, condensed matter physics, superconducting electronics, computational physics, biophysics, planetary science, and observational astronomy. Please visit the department’s website http://departments.colgate.edu/physics/for information regarding our facilities, programs and faculty expertise.
All application materials must be submitted via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/684. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae;a description of teaching objectives and evidence of teaching effectiveness, including upper level courses they are qualified to teach; and a short description of research experience. The CV should include teaching experience, publications, and the names of three individuals who have been asked by the candidate to submit letters of recommendation. All three letters should address the candidate’s teaching qualifications; one should also include an evaluation of the candidate’s research. Review of applications will begin April 4, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Email inquiries to Thomas Balonek (tbalonek@colgate.edu) are welcome.
Colgate is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, student body, and staff further the University’s educational mission. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.
