Position Link: https://tinyurl.com/5yh9wdej
Assistant/Associate Professor-Educator
Department of Physics
College of Arts & Sciences, University of Cincinnati
The Department of Physics within the University of
Cincinnati’s College of Arts & Sciences seeks candidates for an Assistant/Associate
Professor-Educator to start August 15, 2024 (rank will be commensurate with
credentials). This is a non-tenure-track nine-month appointment with an initial
contract for three years; reappointments based upon performance reviews. Hiring
at the higher rank of Associate Professor-Educator will be considered in cases
in which the applicant holds a higher position at a comparable university.
The Department of Physics seeks individuals to join our
drive to engage students and maximize learning in our classrooms, with a
particular focus on student success and retention in our introductory level
undergraduate courses. Successful candidates will be expected to use research-based
and active learning approaches, evaluate new models of instruction, embrace
online learning, and contribute to the Physics Education Research activities of
the department. Successful candidates will also be expected to address the
needs of a diverse student population, including differences in ethnicity,
race, first-generation college status, accessibility, and academic preparation,
through course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
Essential Functions
·
Teach undergraduate introductory level physics courses
(in-person/online) with an emphasis on the use of research-based active
learning approaches. Instruct laboratory courses, as needed.
·
Evaluate new models of instruction
·
Work collaboratively with instructors teaching
parallel sections of course.
·
Teach lecture and lab courses for physics
majors, as needed.
·
Hold regular office hours.
·
Mentor undergraduate capstone projects, as
needed.
·
Train teaching assistants, as needed.
·
Additional responsibilities include
participation in service activities, such as membership in university and
department committees, and contributing to the Physics Education Research
activities of the department (for example, by using educational materials
developed by faculty at UC as well as specific assessment tools to evaluate
their effectiveness).
Minimum Requirements
Prior to the effective date of appointment candidates must
have either:
·
A Doctorate in Physics or a closely related
field.
OR
·
A Doctorate in Science Education with a Master’s
degree in Physics.
For the Associate Rank, must also either currently hold or
recently have held an Associate rank title at their current/most recent
university.
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates must complete our online
application. In addition to the
application we require the following: (1) a cover letter which briefly
describes prior teaching and undergraduate research mentoring experiences (if
applicable), (2) a current curriculum vitae which includes a list of teaching
experiences (if applicable), (3) a statement of teaching philosophy regarding
use of research-based and active learning approaches (up to 2 pages) and (4)
the names and contact information for three references. Should we move forward
with your application, we will ask for letters of reference and may contact
your listed references. Additionally, a substantive response to the request
within the job application to submit your personal statement related to
Diversity and Inclusion contributions is required.
A link to the online application at the university’s
employment site may be found at https://tinyurl.com/5yh9wdej
Review of applications begins January 1, 2024 and continues
until position is filled. Start date is August 15, 2024.
The University of
Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed
to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and
employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion
statement.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public
institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security
system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the
option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative
retirement plan (ARP).
The University of
Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority /
Female / Disability / Veteran.
