The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a teaching lecturer position in Physics and Astronomy to begin Fall 2012. We seek an individual with a commitment to quality undergraduate education and with knowledge of current effective educational practices. The position will be primarily focused on astronomy, and may include lab coordination and curriculum development in astronomy. The successful candidate should also be able to teach courses in the traditional physics curriculum. This position is renewable yearly with benefits. Applicants qualified with a Master's degree including 18 hours in Physics and/or Astronomy, or a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or closely related field are encouraged to apply.
Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution. Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. It has an enrollment of 8,900 students and is expected to have continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is a part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founders, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and the contact information for at least three professional references, electronically at http://jobs.coastal.edu. References should be able to address the applicant's teaching ability. Screening for applications will begin October 15, 2011. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Brian Bunton (bbunton@coastal.edu).
