The Physics Department at Pacific Lutheran University invites applications for a visiting faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to teach for the 2014-2015 academic year beginning September 1, 2014. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to teach undergraduate courses in theoretical and experimental physics, at both introductory and advanced levels.
HIRING RANGE:
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience + benefits package
CLOSING DATE:
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Full-time, visiting position for the 2014-2015 academic year beginning September 1, 2014.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach undergraduate courses in theoretical and experimental physics, at both introductory and advanced levels.
- Hold weekly office hours.
- Communicate effectively.
- Work cooperatively with other faculty and staff.
- Assume a level of professional leadership and visibility through professional accomplishment in one's specialty and excellent teaching.
- Other related duties as assigned.
- A strong background in physics.
- Commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for teaching at the undergraduate level.
Ph.D. in Physics or a related discipline. ABD will be considered, but Ph.D. must be in hand by September 1, 2014.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ph.D. in physics.
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
Please submit your application including cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and graduate and undergraduate transcripts online by clicking on the "Apply" link at https://employment.plu.edu. 2-4 confidential letters of reference will also be requested by PLU upon application.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of about 3500 students, including international students from two dozen countries. Located in a uniquely scenic region on the Pacific Rim, the university's campus is 40 miles south of Seattle in suburban Tacoma, Washington. PLU's academic program is an integration of the liberal arts and professional programs, and the university's mission is to educate students for lives of thoughtful inquiry, service, leadership, and care. PLU enjoys a healthy and progressive relationship with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The university is committed to exploring, affirming and enriching dignity and diversity in the campus community and endorses the goals of equal opportunity and affirmative action. PLU actively seeks applications from women and persons of color.
