Thursday, December 27, 2012

Assistant/Associate Professorship at Azusa Pacific University

Azusa Pacific University announces a position teaching physics and introductory engineering, beginning Fall, 2013

Description:
•    Teach upper and lower division lecture and lab courses in physics, including a combination of courses in introductory engineering (Statics, Dynamics, Materials, and Circuits) and general education science
•    Provide leadership in University’s possible establishment of engineering or engineering physics program
•    Conduct research involving undergraduate students
•    Participate in mentoring and academic advising of undergraduate students
•    Participate in department and university affairs
•    Position subject to final funding
Level: Assistant or Associate Professor


Qualifications:
•    An earned doctorate in physics or engineering
•    Prior close working association with an engineering degree granting program is preferred
•    Demonstrated ability to teach full range of undergraduate physics courses as identified in Description above
•    A commitment to teaching excellence in an undergraduate, liberal arts program
•    Knowledge of the field with a record of scholarship and a willingness to conduct research in an undergraduate setting
•    A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University (Faculty members are required to sign a “Statement of Faith,” available at http://www.apu.edu/about/believe, and to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook)
 Experience:
•    Evidence of a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and research
•    Desire to mentor undergraduate students in their course work, research, and personal lives
•    Interest in and commitment to the integration of faith with the discipline
 Workload: Full-time faculty (defined as 12 units/semester)

Application Prodecures:
To apply, visit http://www.apu.edu/cp/employment/. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.