TT/T, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

https://jobs.calpoly.edu/en-us/job/549917/tenure-track-position-physics

Tenure Track Position - Physics

Job no: 549917

Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track

Location: San Luis Obispo

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Natural Sciences, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Job Summary

The Physics Department in the Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications to fill a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position, with appointment beginning August 17, 2026.

The teaching assignment will include courses at both the introductory and advanced undergraduate levels. Applicants with expertise in all sub-fields of physics are encouraged to apply.

Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; higher ranks will be considered. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience of the individual selected.

If appointed at the Assistant Professor rank, the anticipated hiring range is $97,788 - $107,628.

If appointed at the Associate Professor rank, the anticipated hiring range is $112,500 - $118,524.

Bailey College is committed to maintaining the excellence of the University and to offering our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. The successful candidate will be mindful to promote student success. Successful candidates should consider the University’s goals in their approach to teaching, research, and service.

Cal Poly embraces a teacher-scholar model in which faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, produce scholarship in their field of interest, and provide service to the institution. The selected candidate will consider using creative teaching approaches that enhance student learning and participate in scholarly practices such as peer-reviewed research, conference presentations, and grant development that leads to publication. The selected candidate will pursue a systematic program of research and scholarship, curricular improvement, and participate in service activities including committee service, student advising, and building industry relationships. 

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Physics, or a related field, is required prior to the start date of the appointment.

The focus of an individual's research specialization is open to all sub-fields of physics.

Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.

Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.

Must provide evidence of (or potential for) high quality teaching and research with students.

Must provide evidence of (or potential for) scholarly productivity.

Must provide evidence of (or potential for) promoting higher education as well as a dedication to the well-being and advancement of students, colleagues, and the department.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work with a diverse population fostering a respectful, collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Expertise in an area compatible with or broadening the research activities of the department.

Experience supervising student research.

Special Conditions

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities. At Cal Poly, tenure-line faculty are expected to establish an on-campus presence.

 

About the Department

The Physics Department has approximately 50 faculty, whose primary function is teaching undergraduate physics courses to students in technical disciplines. Our faculty are also engaged in a wide array of research projects that include undergraduates. We offer programs of study leading to Bachelor's Degrees in Physics, with approximately 200 majors currently enrolled. We also offer courses in astronomy, geology, geophysics, and oceanography. For more information about the Physics Department, please see https://physics.calpoly.edu/.

 About the University

Founded in 1901, Cal Poly is one of only five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the nation, with approximately 22,000 undergraduates, 120 postbaccalaureate, and 900 graduate students. U.S. News and World Report has ranked Cal Poly #1 among public master's universities in the western United States for 28 consecutive years. A primarily undergraduate university, Cal Poly offers academically focused students 66 baccalaureate degrees and 27 master's degrees. Operating on the semester calendar system as of August 2026, Cal Poly takes pride in its "Learn-by-Doing" approach to teaching and learning, which has characterized Cal Poly since its founding. One of the 23 campuses of the California State University system, Cal Poly has a statewide mandate as a polytechnic university. Cal Poly is one of the largest land-holding universities in the nation and uses all of its land holdings in active support of its educational programs. Cal Poly is located in historic San Luis Obispo, a city of 47,000, 12 miles from the Pacific Ocean and midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's scenic Central Coast. With excellent public education resources, recreational facilities and an expanding dedication to the arts, the area is known for its scenic landscapes and extraordinarily temperate climate.

 Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Teaching Statement -  The teaching statement provides an opportunity for candidates to summarize their knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices and articulate their teaching philosophy, approach, and goals. 

Research Plan - The research plan provides an opportunity for candidates to summarize their expertise, outline their proposed research agenda, and articulate how undergraduates may contribute to it.

Unofficial transcript from institution awarding highest degree. 

If needed, evidence of successful teaching. 

These documents are not accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2025. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. For questions, please contact Prof. Jennifer Klay at jklay@calpoly.edu.

Advertised: August 11, 2025 (4:15 PM) Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Open Until Filled

TT, Wesleyan University, CT

 Assistant Professor of Physics

Special Instruction to Applicants: You will be asked to upload electronic versions of the items we require, which are: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a teaching statement, and (4) an outline of plans for your research program. In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college’s commitment to fostering an inclusive community.

You will also be asked to provide the email addresses of three referees from whom we may obtain confidential letters of recommendation (please double-check the accuracy of the email addresses of the referees you name to ensure that you have the most up-to-date email addresses for each one).

After you have submitted all of the required documents, you will see a confirmation number. At that point, each of your referees whose email addresses you have provided will receive an automatically-generated email requesting that they submit a letter of reference for you.

Position Details: The Physics Department at Wesleyan University is seeking to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin July 1, 2026. We invite applications from candidates with promise for developing an independent, funded research program in applied physics with an experimental component that involves both graduate and undergraduate researchers. Research areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, materials science, photonics, complex systems, and quantum information. Implementation of emerging machine-learning and neural network-based methods is desirable, as appropriate. Candidates should consider how their research could create synergy with existing research in the physics department and in other programs on campus. Candidates should be able to teach at all levels of the physics curriculum.

Wesleyan offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a PhD-granting department at a leading liberal arts university, providing significant institutional support in the form of start-up funds, renovated lab space, and graduate research assistants. Substantial machine shop, analytical instrumentation, and computational resources are available. Collegial faculty interaction includes significant career mentoring, participation in pedagogical innovation, and a shared commitment to the promotion of a welcoming community within physics and the University at large. Duties encompass carrying on a program of research, teaching in-person one course per semester plus complementary seminars, advising and mentoring students, and participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field in hand by the time of appointment to be hired as an Assistant Professor; a successful candidate may be hired as an Instructor if the candidate does not have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment, but will complete the Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field within one year of hire.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with postdoctoral research experience or equivalent, and to those with teaching experience, which may include teaching as a graduate student.

Additional Information: Review of applications will begin October 20, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Please contact Dana Gordon-Gannuscio at dgordongannu@wesleyan.edu if you have questions about the application process. Note for Interfolio users: We gladly accept letters of recommendation from Interfolio. From your Interfolio account, please use the “web delivery” method to upload your letters directly to our online application. Please apply at: https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers.

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Computing Education, Data Science Education, AI Education, and others.

 https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/assistant-associate-full-professor-tenure-system-east-lansing-michigan-united-states-fcd36f7f-4427-4f5b-bcbf-30210b2689cb

[Per the previous rumor posted in February. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials by Septemnber 15]

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System

•  East Lansing, Michigan, United States

•  Computational Math Sci And Engr Cns 40000838

•  Area of Interest: Education/Training
•  Area of Interest: Research/Scientific
•  Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)

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•  Faculty/Academic Staff

•  Opening on: May 6 2025
•  Closing at: May 6 2027 - 23:55 EDT

•  Salary Commensurate with Experience

•  College Of Natural Science
•  1039212

 

Working/Functional Title

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System

Position Summary

The Department of Computational Mathematics, Science and Engineering (CMSE) in the College of Natural Science at Michigan State University (MSU) leads an open-rank, inter-college search with the CREATE for STEM Institute, the Program in Mathematics Education (PriME), and the Departments of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Statistics and Probability (STT), and Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education (CEPSE) to identify a tenure system scholar in postsecondary Computing Education, Data Science Education, AI Education, or overlapping and related disciplines. This position is part of our continued commitment to address major and enduring challenges in undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) teaching and learning. This is an academic year position with a preferred (but negotiable) starting date of August 16, 2026, and with a salary commensurate with rank and qualifications. 

The successful applicant will be jointly appointed in the Department of CMSE and one of the participating departments or programs (CSE, STT, PriME, CEPSE). We seek a colleague whose work demonstrates potential to improve undergraduate experiences and life outcomes of people who have been historically and contemporarily disenfranchised in STEM undergraduate education. This new colleague will join a collaborative team committed to addressing contemporary issues and overcoming inequities in these areas from a range of perspectives and methodologies in STEM education. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to promoting a culture of inclusion and belonging in STEM and computing education, with the ultimate goal of building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive scholarly community focused on computing and data science education. 

Major responsibilities 

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct scholarly research and inquiry in the targeted areas; seek external funding; teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses; advise doctoral students; and participate in service and outreach activities. Additional duties will vary depending on departmental placement and rank, university and academic unit education needs, and the candidate’s experience and interest. The candidates will also have opportunities to join and expand ongoing collaborative projects in the targeted areas and contributing to continuing efforts to foster inter-departmental collaborations across the College of Natural Science and with units across campus. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Relevant Field

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate their potential (assistant professor) or provide a record (associate/full professor) of external funding and/or improvements in undergraduate STEM education commensurate with their experience and rank. They must also demonstrate the ability to contribute to a climate of inclusion, ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups in STEM, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and service. 

Applicants must have earned a PhD in a relevant field prior to the planned start of the position (August 16, 2026) and demonstrate a record of research accomplishments in Computing Education, Data Science Education, AI Education, or an overlapping and related discipline at the postsecondary level and commensurate to rank. PhD degrees in non-quantitative fields of expertise may also be considered when complemented with an advanced degree (e.g., master’s) in a quantitative field such as data science, mathematics, and statistics. 

Desired Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a research portfolio that focuses on critical issues in computing education, data science education, and/or AI education including but not limited to reducing bias, removing barriers for students to fully engage, and/or ensuring students’ belonging in the fields of computational and data science. Candidates who challenge the ways systems of privilege and oppression operate in undergraduate STEM education and in STEM fields are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience taking a critical and responsive stance toward improving undergraduate experiences and life outcomes of people who have been historically and contemporarily disenfranchised in STEM undergraduate education is also preferred. 

Required Application Materials

Interested applicants should submit: 

1. A 1-2 page cover letter that frames the application in the context of this position and how the applicant views the nature of their potential joint appointment across at least two of the units. The cover letter should also describe how the applicant’s work demonstrates potential to improve undergraduate experiences and life outcomes of people who have been historically and contemporarily disenfranchised in STEM undergraduate education; and how the applicant’s work aligns with the focus of the department(s), college, and university. 
2. A CV with, at a minimum, a list of publications, accepted or pending proposals for funding/resources, contributed and invited talks, teaching and mentoring roles, contributions to institutional and academic communities, and efforts in service and/or public outreach. 
3. A 2- 3 page research statement highlighting past research accomplishments and future plans. This statement should include experience or plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in computing, data science and/or AI education, or related research disciplines. Applicants should explain in this statement how their research aligns with the target areas and impacts the experiences and life outcomes of undergraduate students who have been historically and contemporarily disenfranchised in STEM undergraduate education. 

4. A 1-2 page teaching statement describing the applicant’s experience in instruction and research mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students, including experiences or plans to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment for students. The teaching statement should address which courses the applicant is prepared to teach, including course level and format (e.g., large lecture, small seminar, lab, etc.). 

5. A sample of scholarly writing demonstrating the applicant’s ability to conduct and communicate scholarly research that may lead to improvements in undergraduate STEM education. 

6. Names and contact information of three references, with at least one who can address the applicant’s role in research innovations. 

Special Instructions

Questions may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Danny Caballero (CMSE, Physics and Astronomy, CREATE for STEM Institute) at caball14@msu.edu

Review of Applications Begins On

06/30/2025

Website

cmse.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

PER Postdoc, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Post-Doctoral Fellow Physics Education Research

 

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities has an opening for a post-doctoral fellow in physics education research. The position is to help implement the School’s ongoing project to integrate computation into its physics major curriculum.  The primary focus of the position is to acquire and analyze qualitative and quantitative data that provide formative assessment of the project’s efficacy and impact. Among other duties, the fellow is expected to conduct in-person interviews with faculty and students, administer student surveys, and analyze and publish these data.

Screening of applications will begin on Aug. 15, and candidates will be interviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. The opening is available for a start as soon as mutually convenient.

A PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, or a field related to the research activities is required. The position is for a minimum of one year and extensions are contingent on availability of funds.

To apply please send a cover letter, CV, names of three recommenders, and a summary of research activities to professor Shaul Hanany (hanany@umn.edu). Please direct additional inquiries to professors Hanany and Heller (helle001@umn.edu).

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer.

Director of Undergraduate Laboratories in Physics at University of Florida

 Director of Undergraduate Laboratories in Physics at University of Florida

Minimum Requirements

A master’s degree in physics, physics, physics education, or a related field, and at least two years of experience teaching undergraduate physics.

Job Description

Organize and supervise in-person Physics 1 (mechanics) and Physics 2 (E&M) laboratory courses:

• Supervising lab instruction performed by approximately 50 graduate student teaching assistants (TAs) and occasionally physics undergraduate learning assistants (LAs), who teach approximately 2500 students each fall & spring semester and 750 students in the summer.
• Training TAs on the lab procedures and pedagogy for lab instruction, including expectations for grading and student communication.
• Scheduling of TAs into the lab sections.
• Providing TA evaluations at the end of each semester.
• Amending the laboratory manuals for each course as needed.
• Supervising a Teaching Laboratory Specialist who is responsible for the set-up, tear-down, and maintenance of the equipment used.
• Maintaining the National Instruments computer interface hardware and the LabVIEW data acquisition software used.

Supervise the team that delivers the UF Online versions of these courses to approximately 200 undergraduate students in both spring and fall semesters:

• Training and supervising TA lab instructors.
• Supervising assembly and shipping of single-use experiment kits for the labs.
• Assisting students having trouble with the IOLab data acquisition device.

Maintain equipment and participate in instruction for two advanced undergraduate laboratories. The Director is expected to keep up with developments in experimental physics and collaborate with other faculty in developing and introducing new experiments. The use of chemicals, radioactive isotopes, and lasers in some of these experiments requires compliance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations and passing their annual inspections.

Oversee a budget of student lab fees collected for maintenance and replacement of equipment.

Expected Salary

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a full benefits package.

Employment Benefits include:

Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.

Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.

Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.

Required Qualifications

A master’s degree in physics, physics, physics education, or a related field, and at least two years of experience teaching undergraduate physics,

Preferred

A PhD is strongly preferred.

Experience with National Instruments hardware and LabVIEW is preferred.

 Special Instructions to Applicants

At UF, Instructional Assistant Professors have professional development opportunities, including a well-defined promotion structure, a professional development leave program, and access to potential funding for travel to conferences for presentations. 

Expected start date: January 2026 (or sooner).

Applications must be submitted online at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/535880/director-of-undergraduate-laboratories-in-physics, and must include: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a summary of physics teaching background and experience, a statement on the applicant’s philosophy on teaching labs including the role of labs in physics education, and the names and contact information for three to five references. Reference providers will only be notified of their upload link once an application is submitted in full, so early completion of an application is highly recommended. 

To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by August 15, 2025. For more information, please contact Prof. Andrew Rinzler (rinzler@ufl.edu). 

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. The University and greater Gainesville community offer a variety of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities. If an accommodation due to disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). 

TT/T in PER, Umea University, Sweden

 https://umu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:813847/

Associate professor in subject matter education with a focus on Physics

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Umeå University, Faculty of Science and Technology

Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.

The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.

Are you interested in learning more? Read about Umeå university as a workplace

Duties

The position is a full-time, permanent employment. During the first three years, it includes both teaching and at least 50% research. In addition to this, time is allocated for professional development in accordance with local agreements, departmental duties by agreement, and other tasks commonly associated with the role of senior lecturer, such as various assignments, supervision of doctoral students, or development work.

Teaching primarily takes place at the first and second cycle levels within the education of teachers, focusing on subject didactics education in physics. Teaching may also include subject didactics education in technology, biology, chemistry, mathematics, or core education subjects. Teaching is carried out together with other teaching staff at the department.

The research is in the field of subject didactics within physics and is conducted both independently and in collaboration with other researchers at the department. The research work includes both participation in specific research projects and working with funding applications. The funding scheme for the research work conducted during the first three years is planned in agreement between the department and the employee.  

Eligibility requirements

According to Chapter 4, Section 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance, a person shall be qualified for appointment as Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor if he or she within an area has demonstrated educational expertise and holds a doctorate or has attained equivalent academic competence or other professional skills relevant with regard to the subject area of the appointment.

Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is required.

Assessment criteria and their weight

The assessment criteria for appointment as an associate professor/senior lecturer shall be the degree of the expertise required as a qualification for employment. As much attention shall be given to the assessment of teaching expertise as to the assessment of scientific expertise.

In the selection of candidates, the degrees of scientific and pedagogical expertise shall be taken into account primarily and equally. Secondly, the level of administrative expertise, expertise in leading staff and operations, the ability to collaborate with the surrounding society, and the ability to communicate research and development work shall be taken into account. Other relevant skills shall also be taken into account, depending on the subject content of the position and the duties to be included in the appointment.

Scientific expertise

Scientific expertise shall be demonstrated through independent scientific productivity. The criteria for assessment are:

• breadth and depth of research – quality and scope
• originality of research
• productivity
• contributions to the international research community
• assignments within the research community
• the ability to competitively obtain external research funding
• collaboration with the surrounding society

Scientific expertise shall be demonstrated in subject matter education with a focus on physics.

Pedagogical expertise

The pedagogical expertise for employment as associate professor should be demonstrated by documented experience of teaching with scientific foundation at university level. The criteria for evaluation are:

• an ability to plan, implement and evaluate teaching and an ability to supervise and examine students at every level of education
• an ability to vary teaching methods and examination formats in relation to anticipated study results and the nature of the subject
• experience of collaboration with the surrounding society in planning and implementation of education
• participation in the development of learning environments, teaching aids and study resources
• a reflective approach to student learning and one’s own role as a teacher

Pedagogical expertise must be attained in subject matter education with a focus on physics. Other qualifications that are considered meritorious are documented ability to teach and assess learning in Swedish, strong collaborative skills in teaching at both first and second cyclelevels, as well as a teaching certificate and/or practical experience from working in Swedish schools.

Pedagogical expertise may be obtained through education in university pedagogy, other education of relevance for teaching at university level, and/or documented, proven experience in teaching at the university level. 

Further qualifications

A general basis for assessment for all teaching categories is both good cooperative skills and the expertise and suitability in general required to complete the work duties satisfactorily. The criteria for the evaluation of administrative expertise are:

• Experience as a program or course coordinator
• Demonstrated ability to create collaborations between research and education at all levels
• Participation in working groups or committees (at department, faculty, or university level)
• Experience in organizing and leading research and educational activities
• Proficiency in Swedish, Norwegian, and/or Danish, both spoken and written, is highly meritorious. If the applicant does not have sufficient proficiency in Swedish at the time of employment, they are expected to learn it and be able to teach in Swedish within three years.

Further details

As an employee at Umeå University, you are offered a wide variety of benefits that promote a good work-life balance, read more about benefits here.

Application

When you apply, we ask you to answer questions in Varbi. These questions replace a cover letter from you. The application should preferably be written in English, and include the following items:

Attachments

1. CV/Umu Application template. Fill in the required application template (word). Submit it attached to your application in the Varbi system as your CV. The following information must be provided in the application template:
   • basic information (contact details, employment and education history)
   • an account of research experience (including a list of articles published and a brief research plan)
   • an account of pedagogical experience and activities
   • an account of experiences of developing and managing activities and staff
   • an account of experiences regarding interacting with the surrounding society and popularizing science
   • references, including contact details
2. Copies of relevant university degrees and diplomas
3. Copies of five research publications relevant to the position, numbered according to the publication list
4. Attachments to a pedagogical portfolio (see p. 3.5 in Umu Application template)

See instructions for what to include in the application, as well as how to describe scientific or artistic and educational activities (pdf)

Applications should be made via e-recruitment system Varbi and be received no later than 15 August 2025.

Umeå University strives to offer an equal environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lay the foundation for learning, creativity and development. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current employment.

We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising help.

Type of employment	Permanent position
Contract type	Full time
First day of employment	Snarast
Salary	Månadslön
Number of positions	1
Full-time equivalent	100%
City	Umeå
County	Västerbottens län
Country	Sweden
Reference number	AN 2.2.1-411-25
Contact	Eva Knekta, 090-7866726
Union representative	SACO, 090-7865365 SEKO, 090-7865296 ST, 090-7865431
Published	17.Jun.2025
Last application date	15.Aug.2025

FT Lecturer, US Coast Guard Academy

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Physics Department invites applications for a Lecturer in Physics. The desired start date is August 11, 2025.

 

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is a highly selective federal military college that provides a rigorous undergraduate program and is committed to building a talented faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide a multi-disciplinary and hands-on approach to learning and leadership development. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit www.uscga.edu for more information.

 

This will be an appointment in the excepted service to a full-time position on the academic faculty for a period not to exceed August 22, 2026. The first two years of appointment to federal service is a trial (probationary) period. Non-competitive extensions past the initial contract period may be made in accordance with government instructions if a vacancy exists. The work schedule is full-time. This position is not eligible for telework and not eligible for remote work. All teaching is done in person. Relocation expenses are not authorized. Travel is not required.

 

Salary offers may be made outside of the listed range for exceptional candidates.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

The successful candidate will teach two or three Introductory Physics sections per semester, six hours a week per section. The classes incorporate active learning implemented through the use of an automated student response system, in-class student group work, and short “Interactive Learning Demos” and “Interactive Learning Labs.” The candidate will also perform other collateral duties as assigned. The teaching load will be 12-18 contact hours per semester during the school year. Over the summer, the selectee will perform institutional assessment, course preparations for the following year, support evaluation of incoming students, and/or other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

1.    Master’s degree in Physics, Physics Education, or related degree.

Preferred Qualifications

1.    Prior experience teaching introductory Physics at the college level is highly desired.

2.    Successful candidates will have experience using inquiry-based classroom methodology. 

3.    Candidates will demonstrate competence in creating and fostering a community of inclusion and diversity.

4.    Communication and interpersonal skills are essential and experience teaching and mentoring a diverse student body is highly desired. 

5.    Successful candidates will also demonstrate experience consistent with full commitment to the Coast Guard’s core values: Honor, Respect, Devotion to Duty.

 

 

How to Apply:

 

Please submit the following:

1.    Curriculum Vitae (Resume). Please submit this file using the file name “Last Name_CV.” 

2.    A Letter of Application. Please submit this file using the file name “Last Name_Letter.” 

a.    (a) providing a narrative description of how you meet the minimum degree and specialized experience qualifications, as well as the additional qualifications criteria specified in this vacancy announcement (note: qualifications will not be determined by information provided in this letter; rather, the CV must reflect the qualifications, and this letter provides a narrative description); and

b.    (b) listing names, mailing addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.

3.    Statement describing preferred teaching style and methods. Please submit this file using the file name “Last Name_Statement”.

4. Finalists for the position will be required to provide proof of Education Requirement (Unofficial Transcripts). You may submit this now with your application, or, when directed by the search committee chair. If included with the application, please submit this file using the file name “Last Name_Transcripts.” 
1. Finalists will be required to provide evidence of your education by submitting legible copies of your unofficial degree transcripts from accredited colleges/universities. The transcript copies must reflect both your name and the college/university name and/or logo and must include the degree and date conferred. If tentatively selected for this position, you must submit official transcripts to the Human Resources office prior to receiving a firm offer of employment. Foreign education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence, e.g., an evaluation statement, with your application. Additional information is available on the Department of State site under evaluation of foreign degrees for a U.S. Government application, linked here: https://www.state.gov/family-liaison-office/family-member-employment/family-member-employment-in-the-d-c-area/evaluation-of-foreign-degrees/

5.    Applicants who are ABD Ph.D. candidates not holding a Master’s degree must include a letter with the application from the applicant’s major professor attesting that the candidate will complete all requirements for the Ph.D. before 16 July 2025. ABD Ph.D. candidates holding a Master’s degree in the requested discipline do not need to supply letters attesting to their Ph.D. status. Please submit this file using the file name “Last Name_ABD”

6.    Applicants claiming Veterans’ preference or if you are currently on active duty:

a.    Veterans claiming 5-point veterans' preference must submit legible Member 4 Copy DD214(s) indicating Character of Service. 5-point preference will not be granted if appropriate documentation is not submitted with your application.

b.    30% Disabled Veterans must submit their Member 4 Copy DD-214(s), which includes Character of Service, a fully completed SF-15, and VA Disability Letter with percentage of disability OR documentation of disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. 10-point preference will not be granted if appropriate documentation is not submitted with your application.

c.    Other 10-point Preference Eligibles must submit applicable Member 4 Copy DD-214(s), which includes Character of Service, a fully completed SF-15, and all required documentation described on the back of the SF-15 which proves that you are entitled to such preference. 10-point preference will not be granted if appropriate documentation is not submitted with your application.

d.    If you are a current active-duty military member who does not have a DD214 and are claiming preference under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating that you will be discharged or released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification document. Certifications must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, character of service, military rank, type of discharge and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by, or by direction of military members’ military personnel offices, unit commanders or higher headquarters. 5-point preference will not be granted if appropriate documentation is not submitted with your application.

 

Finalists for the position will be required to submit documentation verifying the minimum requirements, including official transcripts. Applicants do not need to provide these by the priority cut-off date but should ensure they are ready to supply them when asked. Official transcripts are required to be submitted prior to receiving a firm offer of employment.

Please attach all documents and email them to:
CGA-EDU-SMB-FacultyApplications@uscga.edu

Priority consideration will be given to applications submitted in their entirety by 11:59 PM ET on the first cut-off date of the announcement.

Inquiries: Ms. Tammie Kaman (School Business Manager) tammie.kaman@uscga.edu

 

 

Other Information

DHS offers an attractive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

 

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

 

This position is open to U.S. Citizens and non-citizens. Non-citizens selected for the position must provide evidence that they are eligible for appointment to this position and that they will remain eligible to meet all conditions of employment for the duration of the appointment. The US Coast Guard Academy does not sponsor visas.

If you are selected for this position, you will be subject to a determination of your suitability for Federal employment. All selectees are subject to an appropriate investigation as a condition of placement into this position. Certain investigation levels may automatically require a credit check after initial job qualifications have been met.  For those positions that do not automatically require a credit check, it may later be required if the initial investigation surfaces a potential issue.

The tentative selectee will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment, OF-306 at the time a tentative job offer is made.  At the time of appointment, the selectee will be required to update the OF-306. Certain responses on the form could result in disqualification for appointment based on suitability determinations.

DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.  Learn more about your rights and responsibilities at E-Verify.

 

All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.

For Veterans' preference eligibility, visit Veterans' Resources and see the How to Apply section of this vacancy announcement.

In alignment with Federal hiring policies, more than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 90 days from the date the certificate was issued.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact 860-444-8508. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit DHS Program of Reasonable Accommodation.

 

OPM must authorize employment offers for former or current Political Appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.

What to Expect Next

 

You will receive an acknowledgement of the receipt of your application.  If you do not receive such confirmation, do not assume your application was received. All applicants will receive notification regarding selection or non-selection.