NOTE: This nine-month, tenure-track appointment begins in August 2014.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to
teach physics and to participate in the teaching of non-majors science
courses. Preference will be given to candidates who can also teach
other areas of science and math. Other responsibilities include
developing an externally-funded research program involving significant
participation of undergraduate students, professional activity, and
service to both the University and community. Current research areas of
emphasis at JCSU include bioinformatics, biotechnology, cyber security,
robotics, and renewable energy. The faculty member will be required
to evaluate and use current technology in courses and to maintain a
positive educational relationship with students and colleagues. Other
duties include academic advising, curriculum development, and committee
service and performing other duties required to meet organizational
needs.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess an earned
doctorate in physics or a related science with documented proof of
expertise. Course development and curriculum design experience as well
as evidence of a commitment to working with under-prepared students
are also desirable. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach
with technology. Effective collaboration and interpersonal skills are
also desirable.
Send credentials to: 1. letter of application, 2.
statement of teaching, 3. statement of research interests, and 4.
unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended (official
transcripts will be required of all finalists). Three signed letters of
recommendation from individuals familiar with the candidate's teaching
and research abilities are also required and should be sent to the
same e-mail address.
Postal Address: Dr. Tim Champion
Department of Natural Science and Mathematics
Johnson C. Smith University
100 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
Fax: (704) 330-1494
Email Address: physicssearch@jcmail.jcsu.edu
