Job Description or Duties: The Department of Physics and Physical Science is seeking a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level for the Fall of 2016. The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and will be expected to teach introductory and advanced courses. Upper-level teaching responsibilities will depend on the candidate's background and experience. The candidate is also expected to develop an externally funded research program engaging undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or related field is required; ABD will be conditionally considered.
Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of prior success in teaching and research.
HOW TO APPLY: Application review begins 12/15/15. For more information and to apply visit http://unkemployment.unk.edu/. For more information about the position contact: Adam Jensen, Jensenag@unk.edu. For more information about the online application process contact: 308-865-8522 or employment@unk.edu.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: With contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate. Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care. The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees. Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA/CREF and Fidelity.
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