VAP at Whitman College

One-year sabbatical replacement position in Physics at the rank of assistant professor, effective August 2011. Ph.D. in Physics, or a closely related field, is required. Teaching experience is preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate Physics lecture and laboratory courses at both lower- and upper- levels. Whitman College wishes to reinforce its commitment to enhance diversity, broadly defined, recognizing that to provide a diverse learning environment is to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. In their application, candidates should address their interest in working as teachers and scholars with undergraduates in a liberal arts environment that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction; how their cultural, experiential, and/or academic background contributes to diversity; and their interest in participating in the College’s general education offerings. To apply, go to https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com/, click on Faculty and select the appropriate position for application. To complete the online application you will be asked to provide contact information for three references and attach the following materials: letter of application; curriculum vitae; three letters of recommendation; a statement addressing the candidate’s teaching interests and scholarly agenda; graduate transcripts; teaching evaluations or other evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction. Letters of recommendation may be attached to the online application or emailed to Patti Moss, Division III Assistant, at mosspm@whitman.edu. Deadline: review of applications will begin April 20, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.