The Rochester Institute of Technology School of Physics and Astronomy
invites applications for one or more faculty positions at the rank of
Lecturer. The Lecturer position is a 9.5 month, non-tenure track
appointment that begins August 13, 2014 and may have the possibility of
renewal.
The primary responsibility
of the position is teaching introductory physics in an activity-based,
workshop format. The minimum qualifications are a PhD in physics or a
closely related discipline, recent experience teaching introductory
physics, potential to succeed in a workshop-style classroom, and strong
communication skills. Candidates must be capable of teaching all levels
of experimental physics courses typically found in strong undergraduate
BS-Physics programs including advanced junior-level labs and
electronics. Candidates must also be legally eligible to work in the
United States beginning August 13, 2014 and continuing through the
duration of the appointment. Familiarity with current trends in
undergraduate physics education and research interests compatible with
the School’s current research activities are desirable. Opportunities
for summer teaching may be available.
Application materials must be submitted electronically starting at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty;
select “Search Openings” and enter 1007BR in the “Keyword” field.
Candidates must upload their cover letter and curriculum vita as two
separate documents; all remaining documents can then be submitted as a
single file. A complete application would include a cover letter that
addresses the listed qualifications, especially the requirement that the
applicant be capable of teaching advanced undergraduate physics labs,
as well as a statement about the applicant’s ability to contribute in
meaningful ways to RIT’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity,
pluralism, and individual differences (please refer to the Contribution to Diversity Statement: A guide for RIT candidates).
A complete application also includes a CV that clearly describes recent
teaching experience, a statement of teaching philosophy, any evidence
of teaching effectiveness, including potential to be effective in an
interactive learning classroom, and a list of three current professional
references. Candidates must arrange to have the three professional
references send letters of support directly to careers@rit.edu;
the references need to include “1007BR” in the subject line of their
letter. To receive full consideration, all application materials should
be received by May 1, 2014. The School of Physics and Astronomy web page
is located at http://www.rit.edu/cos/physics/.
The
Rochester Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer. Members of protected classes and individuals with the
ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university’s continuing
commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences
are encouraged to apply.
