Homer
L. Dodge Department of Physics and Astronomy
Renewable
Term Assistant Professor
The Homer L. Dodge
Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Oklahoma invites
applications for a Renewable Term Assistant Professor in physics education to join
our faculty members in continuing efforts to improve our undergraduate
students’ learning and implementing evidence-based practices in teaching. This
position will start January 1, 2018, or as soon after that date as it is filled.
The primary aspects of
this position are to teach four courses per year, manage and enhance the
teaching resources available to our faculty, and supervise graduate students
running introductory laboratories. The person in this position will also work
with interested department members to improve their individual courses and provide
expertise in departmental curriculum reform. The successful candidate is
expected to remain current in the results of physics education research.
Engaging in research activities is an option, based on the interests of the
candidate.
Qualifications
Applicants must have
completed a Ph.D. degree in physics, astronomy, physics education, astronomy
education, or a closely related field by December 31, 2017. Candidates should
have an excellent record of physics and/or astronomy instruction, demonstrated
interest in instructional effectiveness, and experience in curricular development
at the undergraduate level.
The position includes a
five-year review based on goals set in the job description, and determined by
the department chair and the successful candidate. Promotion to higher rank is
possible.
Application and Deadline
Information
Interested
individuals should apply by going to http://apply.interfolio.com/43378, The
application
should include: a
cover letter describing their interest in this position, a curriculum vita, a
statement of teaching experience and goals, and a summary of research accomplishments.
The teaching and research statements should be a total of 8 pages or less
combined. Candidates should also request three letters of recommendation be
submitted thru the application web site.
To ensure full
consideration, all application materials should be submitted as soon as
possible; application review will begin October 15, 2017.
For more information
about the department, visit http://physics.ou.edu. Requests for more
information can be addressed to Dr. Bruce Mason, head of the search committee,
at bmason@ou.edu. The position will remain open until
filled.
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