Friday, May 19, 2017

FT Lecturer, Georgia State, Atlanta

Lecturer Position in Physics
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, USA

The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Georgia State University seeks to hire a Lecturer, a non-tenure track faculty position pending budgetary approval. A PhD in Physics or related discipline is required. The lecturer will primarily teach introductory physics courses, both algebra-based and calculus-based, including in the department's SCALE-UP classroom.  The department seeks individuals with a commitment to high-quality undergraduate education and effective teaching. Preference will be given to those with appropriate teaching experience and knowledge of best practices in physics education.  The starting date for this position is August 2017. Send letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, official transcript, and statement of teaching philosophy to: Dr. Brian Thoms, Department of Physics & Astronomy, Georgia State University, P.O. Box 5060, Atlanta, GA 30302-5060 or by e-mail to bthoms@gsu.edu.  Position will remain open until filled.  Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. The Department of Physics & Astronomy is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and strongly encourages applications from individuals in under-represented groups. An offer of employment is conditional upon background verification.