VAP at Texas Lutheran

The Physics Department at Texas Lutheran University (TLU) invites applications for a visiting faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to teach for the 2014-2015 academic year beginning August 2014. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to teach undergraduate courses in theoretical and experimental physics and pre-engineering, at both introductory and advanced levels.

Successful applicants will have:

• PhD in physics, applied physics, engineering, or other applied physics sub-discipline (master's degree considered but appointment without PhD will be at Lecturer level)
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching undergraduate students
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level in classroom and laboratory settings
• Interest in mentoring students in undergraduate research and research training
• Commitment to attracting and developing students from traditionally under-represented groups
• Affirmation of the mission of Texas Lutheran University, a nationally recognized university of the liberal arts, sciences, and professional students in the Lutheran (ELCA) tradition.

The TLU Department of Physics offers a B.S. and a B.A. in physics, along with a B.A. in applied science, part of a 3/2 engineering program. The majority of the department's graduates pursue post-graduate education in applied physics or engineering. The department has over 50 physics and pre-engineering students and has grown by an order of magnitude in the last decade. Information about the department and its curriculum is available at www.tlu.edu/physics. Salary is competitive; benefits are excellent. Texas Lutheran University is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The ELCA's 26 colleges and university value and practice academic freedom and prepare women and men for lives of leadership and service in a diverse world. Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic Serving Institution. For more information, consult our website at www.tlu.edu.

Please submit a letter of application addressing the above criteria, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement detailing how your research interests will engage undergraduate students, and five professional references (names, addresses, e-mail, and telephone numbers). Also arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be submitted separately. While electronic submissions are preferred, paper submissions will be accepted. Please send your submissions to

Dr. Debbie Cottrell
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Texas Lutheran University, 1000 W Court Street, Seguin, TX, 78155
Phone: (830)372-6030 Email: physicssearch@tlu.edu
 
Review of applications will begin in immediately and continue until the position is filled. Texas Lutheran University has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education and also is on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.

The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and also is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). As part of a serious commitment to diversity in its faculty, Texas Lutheran University encourages applications from women and minorities.