Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences
Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics
Faculty, tenure track to begin August 14, 2014
The School of Natural and Social Sciences/Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics (PSCM) at Wayne State College (www.wsc.edu) seeks a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor.
Assistant Professor: Qualifications include a terminal degree in physical sciences or a related field from an accredited institution (Ph.D. or Ed.D).
A terminal degree, either possessed or earned during employment, will be necessary to be eligible for eventual tenure. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities: The WSC PSCM faculty is committed to quality teaching and preference will be given to applicants that share this commitment. Teaching will be the primary responsibility of the successful candidate and will include courses across the physical science curriculum.
These courses may include but are not limited to:
Teaching general education science courses
Teaching science content for elementary education majors
In addition, the successful candidate will have the opportunities to teach educated perspective general education courses and teach or do research in field of specialization.
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recruitment and retention, serving on college committees, performing scholarly, professional, and community service within the college and across the Wayne State College service area.
Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience; in accordance with SCEA agreement. Attractive and comprehensive benefits package with an additional summer teaching contract possible.
Wayne State College is rapidly emerging into one of the most dynamic, small, regional public colleges in the Midwest, located in Northeast Nebraska, close to Sioux City, Iowa and within a two-hour drive to Sioux Falls, Omaha and Lincoln. With a student population of 3500, the college is a focal point and catalyst in Northeast Nebraska, not only for education but also for community and economic development, the arts, and cultural activity. Strong leadership, steady enrollment, a renewed focus on student development and teaching, and several recently completed building projects are indicators of the Colleges vitality. Wayne State College offers over 80 undergraduate majors and minors and three graduate degrees. Wayne State College is a collective-bargaining institution.
The School of Natural and Social Sciences comprises 75 full and part-time faculty and staff organized in five academic departments housed in three buildings. In addition to serving more than 50 academic programs, the School is responsible to overseeing a number of activities to benefit the College and the region, including the Fred G. Dale Planetarium, the A. Jewell Schock Museum of Natural History, a Human Performance Laboratory, and a Wellness Program.
The Physical Sciences and Mathematics Department consists of faculty in mathematics, chemistry, earth sciences, and physics. It offers many programs of study including: secondary education for mathematics and science, mathematics (pure & applied), chemistry, and pre-professional programs (pharmacy, medicine, architecture, and engineering). The department strives to create a complete and quality educational experience in mathematics and the physical sciences for all students by constantly improving teaching, programs, and facilities. The department is housed in the beautifully remodeled and updated Carhart Science Building. Members of the department serve as role models for professional and civic activities.
Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae and/or resume, names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of at least three references, a teaching statement, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (photocopies accepted to start the selection), and other supporting information. Applicants must also complete the WSC Application Form available at (http://www.wsc.edu/hr/jp.php?type=3). Materials should be sent to:
Assistant Professor of Physical Sciences Search Committee
Director of Human Resources
Wayne State College
1111 Main Street
Wayne, NE 68787
or email to
hrwork1@wsc.edu
Phone: (402) 375-7365
Review of completed applications will begin on March 17, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.
Wayne State College is an equal opportunity institution. WSC does not discriminate against any student, employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, or age in employment and education opportunities, including but not limited to admission decisions. The College has designated an individual to coordinate the College's nondiscrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title VI, VII, IX, and Section 504. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to Dr. Cheryl Waddington, Director of Human Resources, Title VI, VII, IX Compliance Coordinator, Wayne State College, 1111 Main Street, Wayne, NE 68787, (402) 375-7403.
Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the selection process may contact Dr. Cheryl Waddington for assistance.
Successful Background Records Check required as part of employment process.
