The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Vassar College invites applications for a two-year full-time position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning in fall semester of 2015.
Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference.
Candidates should have a PhD in Physics or a related discipline and a commitment to undergraduate education. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 5 courses each year, spanning all levels of the curriculum.
The position is open to candidates with expertise in any area of physics. The department currently consists of five physicists and two astronomers whose specialties are detailed on the department homepage at http://physicsandastronomy.vassar.edu.
To apply, please visit
http://employment.vassar.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51818
to link to the posting for this position.
Candidates should upload to this site (1) a letter of application, (2) a Curriculum Vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and (4) a statement of research interests and experience. In addition, candidates should arrange for two letters of recommendation which will also be uploaded to the site. For inquiries, email Prof. Brian Daly, Chair, Department of Physics and Astronomy, brdaly@vassar.edu.
For full consideration, complete applications should be received by May 11, 2015; applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.
