SALARY: Depends on Qualifications
PRF# AA15013
OPENING DATE: 10/07/13
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Priority consideration will be given to
applications received by November 15, 2013.
POSITION: Probationary; Nine Month Appointment*
DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 18, 2014
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Teach undergraduate and graduate level physics courses including laboratories. Standard teaching load is 24 credits
per year, 3-4 courses each semester including laboratory courses.
-Conduct research and scholarly activities on campus and engage
students in those activities.
-Advise and mentor students and contribute to student growth.
-Contribute to curricula
development.
-Participate in service to the department, college, university and community.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Ph.D. degree in physics.
-Postdoctoral research experience or evidence of established research.
-Current
research activities and demonstrated ability to continue research on campus.
-Demonstrated passion for teaching and student success.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
-Superior communication skills, including oral and written presentations.
-Demonstrated teaching
success.
-Experience teaching physics lab courses.
-Experience advising students.
-Demonstrated commitment for fostering a diverse
working and learning environment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Additional information on the Department of Physics & Astronomy, and Minnesota State University, Mankato can be
found at: http://cset.mnsu.edu/pa/ & http://www.mnsu.edu.
Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please
continue the process via this website or directly at:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. A complete online
application will include the following attachments. Incomplete
applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
-Cover Letter addressing teaching and research interests
-A one page statement of your teaching philosophy
-A one page statement of
your research plan and interests
-Resume/Curriculum Vitae
-Contact information for three (3) references (including two (2)
references who can address the candidates' teaching ability)
-Unofficial Transcript(s) of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts
Contact Information:
Dr. Youwen Xu, Chair
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Minnesota State University, Mankato
TN 141 Trafton
Science Center, North
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-5742
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Fax: 507-389-1095
Email:
youwen.xu@mnsu.edu
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective
bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be
found at:
http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges &
Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on
college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be
required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a
Motor Vehicle Records check.
