Friday, June 17, 2016

1-Year Instructor, Loyola University Chicago

www.careers.luc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58976  
[Editor's note: this is a different link from the one for a similar job posted in April. It could still potentially be the same position, but it seems that in order to be considered a fresh application at the link above is needed.]

Job Title Instructor in Physics  
Position #: TBD  
Job Type: Full-Time  
Job Category University Faculty  
FLSA Status: Exempt  
Department / School / College Physics-02116A  
Is this partially or fully grant funded? No  
Duties and Responsibilities Loyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Physics, invites candidates for a one-year appointment for a full-time, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Instructor beginning August 15, 2016. The department serves more than 120 majors and minors and has concentrations in the areas of physics, biophysics, theoretical physics, dual-degree engineering and education. For a description of the Physics Department, please visit its website: http://www.luc.edu/physics/index.shtml. 

The teaching responsibilities each semester shall include several sections of College Physics labs I or II and may include sections of advanced labs or other courses, including lecture sections of Physics I or II and courses in the Core Curriculum such as Liberal Arts Physics and Introductory Astronomy. In addition, the successful candidate will also direct a section of Freshman Projects in the Spring semester, a one-credit research course for first-year physics students.  
Minimum Education or Experience Candidates must have a Masters degree or higher in physics or a related field. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for continued excellence in teaching and have a record of distinguished teaching and student mentorship. The incumbent must also be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.  
Certificates, credentials or licenses required to perform the duties of this position:  
Computer Skills:  
Qualifications: Candidates with backgrounds in experimental physics are especially encouraged to apply.  
Physical Demands and Working Conditions  
Does this job involve significant physical strain or activity?  
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Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore  
POSITION INFORMATION  
Job Open Date 06-14-2016  
Job Close Date Open Until Filled
Candidates Eligible to Apply? All Candidates  
Application Types Accepted University Faculty Registration Form  
Required Applicant Documents CV/Resume  
Optional Applicant Documents CV/Resume
Cover Letter
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Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates should submit a current Curriculum Vitae, a teaching statement, and a letter of interest to www.careers.luc.edu. Candidates should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted to the preceding website. Additional materials related to teaching performance and samples of teaching evaluations may be sent to: 

David B. Slavsky, Ph.D. 
Department of Physics 
Loyola University Chicago 
1032 W. Sheridan Road 
Chicago, Illinois 60660 

Review of candidates will begin in July and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to those who apply by 7/6/2016. 

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.  

Quicklink for Posting www.careers.luc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58976