The
Department of Physics at Harvard University seeks to fill a preceptor
position in physics. Working closely with faculty and staff in the
Department of Physics, the preceptor will oversee all aspects of
small-group instruction in both the laboratory and discussion section
components of essential introductory Physics courses, targeted to a wide
range of students and including applications to physical sciences,
engineering, and life sciences.
Science
preceptors supervise and train a staff of teaching fellows and play a
leading role in the laboratory support team. They collaborate with
faculty to develop innovative course materials including problem sets,
examinations, hands-on learning activities, and guided/independent
student projects.
The
position, which is expected to start in the spring, is for an initial
appointment of two and half years, renewable on a yearly basis for up to
eight years. Reappointment is contingent upon performance, enrollments,
and curricular need.
Harvard
University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and
encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.
Basic Qualifications: Candidates are required to have a doctoral degree and teaching experience in physics or closely allied field.
Additional Qualifications: Superior
organizational, written, and interpersonal communication skills and
demonstrated ability to lead and train teaching assistants. Experience
in designing problem sets and laboratory exercises. Experience with
fabrication of mechanical and electronic devices in a teaching
environment.
Special Instructions: Please submit a cover letter, CV, and teaching statement directly to the Harvard Academic Positions site at http://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/5162.
Please ask 3-5 referees to submit their letter to your file at this
site. Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2014.
Contact Information: Dr.
Robert Hart, Harvard University, Science Center, Room 303, 1 Oxford
St., Cambridge, MA 02138; email: hart@physics.harvard.edu
