The Department of Physics at Truman State University has one full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track appointment beginning August 2017. The position will have the possibility of renewal, pending availability of funding, department need, and acceptable annual review.
Responsibilities:
Teaching a range of introductory and advanced undergraduate physics courses.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Physics or related field. ABD (with Master's degree in Physics) will be considered with completion by the date of appointment.
- Ability to teach a wide range of courses in an undergraduate physics curriculum
- Commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential teaching effectiveness
- Effective communication skills
- Previous experience at a liberal arts institution
- Research experience in physics or related field, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications
The University: A vibrant community of teacher-scholars with a highly selective student body, Truman is a residential university focused on providing its approximately 6,200 students with broad liberal arts experiences and depth of study in 49 undergraduate majors and eight graduate programs. Truman is nationally recognized for the quality of the educational opportunities it offers students and for its leadership in the assessment of student learning and continuous improvement. For the twentieth consecutive year, Truman, Missouri's public liberal arts and sciences university, has been recognized as the No. 1 Public University in the Midwest Region - Master's Category by U.S. News and World Report. Located in Kirksville, Missouri, Truman plays a vital role in the life of a thriving rural community served by commuter air service and Amtrak. More information about Truman State University can be found at www.truman.edu.
Application: The application process is handled by the School of Science and Mathematics. Electronic submission of applications is required and must be completed at https://secure.truman.edu/positionlisting-s/. Completed applications must include (1) letter of application that clearly addresses: teaching philosophy, commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research experience in physics or a related field, communication skills, and, if applicable, experience as a teacher-scholar at a liberal arts institution; (2) current curriculum vitae; (3) three letters of recommendation; and (4) undergraduate and graduate college transcripts.
Review of applications will begin April 24, 2017. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts, or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available.
