Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, to ensure full consideration candidates are encouraged to submit their application by Jun 12, 2016. Interested candidates must apply online to this Posting by clicking the Apply for this Job link above. Upload a cover letter specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted requirements of the position, a curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page statement of teaching philosophy, and unofficial transcripts indicating highest degree attained.
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES REQUIRED: The Professional References you provide receive an email that contains a unique link that allows them to respond confidentially after your application is moved forward for search committee review. Letters of recommendation from three (3) professional or academic references should be addressed to Dr. Andrew Napper, Dean, College of Arts & Sciences.
Candidates invited for an on-campus interview may be required to present a teaching lecture and laboratory demonstration of their instructional abilities. Specific questions regarding this position may be directed to kshoemaker@shawnee.edu.
Shawnee State offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience and qualifications) including an attractive benefits package (for a summary of Faculty benefits, click here: Overview of Employee Benefits). Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for AY16/17. Official transcripts and background check are required prior to hire.
Position Information
Position Title Visiting Faculty, Physics
Job Category Faculty
Employment Status Non-Tenured
Tenure Status of Position Non-Tenure Track (NTT)
Job Description
The Department of Natural Sciences at Shawnee State University invites applications to fill a one-year (potentially renewable) full-time Visiting Faculty position in Physics, to being in August, 2016. The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory physics courses at the algebra and calculus-based levels; teach additional courses which may include upper-division physics, physical science for elementary education majors, and other courses as needed; advise undergraduate students; serve on department, college or university committees; engage in professional development/scholarly activities; represent the University in community service activities/events; and engage with students in out-of-classroom co-curricular activities. We seek a candidate with a broad physics background, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level and involving undergraduate students in research.
Shawnee State University is the regional state university for South-Central Ohio. It is a primarily undergraduate, four-year public university with limited graduate degree programs. Enrollment is approximately 3,900 students. Shawnee State is located on the Ohio River in Portsmouth, Ohio – a small city nestled in a beautiful, wooded area of Southern Ohio. Portsmouth is approximately an hour drive from Huntington, WV, and two hours from Columbus or Cincinnati, Ohio. Additional information about the University is available at www.shawnee.edu.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)
Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, Physical Science, or closely related field
Teaching experience at the college level
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, Physical Science, or closely related field
Institutional statement
SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.
AA/EOE Statement
Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status or military status.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number FAC-P040
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 08/22/2016
Position End Date
Open Date 05/12/2016
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, to ensure full consideration candidates are encouraged to submit their application by Jun 12, 2016. Interested candidates must apply online to this Posting by clicking the Apply for this Job link above. Upload a cover letter specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted requirements of the position, a curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page statement of teaching philosophy, and unofficial transcripts indicating highest degree attained.
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES REQUIRED: The Professional References you provide receive an email that contains a unique link that allows them to respond confidentially after your application is moved forward for search committee review. Letters of recommendation from three (3) professional or academic references should be addressed to Dr. Andrew Napper, Dean, College of Arts & Sciences.
Candidates invited for an on-campus interview may be required to present a teaching lecture and laboratory demonstration of their instructional abilities. Specific questions regarding this position may be directed to kshoemaker@shawnee.edu.
Shawnee State offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience and qualifications) including an attractive benefits package (for a summary of Faculty benefits, click here: Overview of Employee Benefits). Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for AY16/17. Official transcripts and background check are required prior to hire.
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