The Department of Physics and Electrical Engineering seeks to fill a Faculty Specialist position to teach introductory physics labs. This full time position begins January 1, 2012 and is non-tenure track with renewable annual appointments. We are seeking an outstanding candidate with experience teaching physics and/or working in a physics lab. Responsibilities include coordinating and supervising the introductory physics laboratory, supervising teaching assistants, teaching introductory physics laboratory sections, grading lab reports and quizzes, holding office hours, overall responsibility for equipment setups, developing new lab experiments and demonstrations, and service to the department.
A degree in physics or related field beyond the baccalaureate is required. Previous experience teaching physics and/or working in a physics lab is desirable. Salary is commensurate with experience. Those interested should submit a cover letter and list of three references to Dr. Christine Zakzewski, Chair, Physics/EE Dept., St Thomas Hall, 800 Linden Street, The University of Scranton, Scranton, PA 18510, or by email to zakzewskic1@scranton.edu. Applications received by September 30, 2011 will be given full consideration.
The University of Scranton is, by tradition and choice, a Catholic and Jesuit University. The successful candidate will have an understanding of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit education. The University’s mission statement may be found at www.scranton.edu/mission. The University is committed to developing a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development and institutional success. In keeping with this commitment, the University welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply. The University of Scranton is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer/Educator. Veterans, minority persons, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
