Faculty in Science Ed, Seoul, Korea

International Faculty Positions in Science Education,

Seoul National University, Korea

Seoul National University (SNU) invites applications for two full-time, open rank, and tenure track faculty positions in ‘Informal Science Education’ and ‘College Science Teaching’ areas, respectively. Applicant review for each position will begin 09.30. 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

- Doctoral degree in science education or in near fields by August 2008

- Excellent competence in oral and written English

- Publications commensurate with rank

- Excellent teaching credentials

- Citizenship other than that of the Republic of Korea

*International faculty recruitment is intended for scholars who are non-Korean citizens.

Benefits

- Twelve-month based salary.

- Intra-university research grants.

- One-semester paid research leave every seven semesters.

- The opportunity to work with dedicated student assistants of high ability.

- A comprehensive medical insurance program.

- Work-related accident insurance.

- Unemployment insurance.

- Government-employee pension.

- Initial moving expense support.

- Optional campus housing at a cost substantially below market rate.

Seoul National University
The premier university in the Republic of Korea , SNU is also an institution of international stature. Ranked 51stamong the world’s best universities by the Times of London in 2007, SNU aims to become one of the top ten by 2025. For more information, visit: http://www.useoul.edu.

Department of Science Education

- Faculty: 20 faculty members with science (physics/chemistry/biology/earth science) education and science background

- Research Area: teaching and learning, curriculum & assessment, ICT & MBL, conceptions & mental model, science teacher education, informal science education, gifted education in science, college-level science teaching, etc.

Application Document Submission

-Applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae (including contact information on at least three professional references) by e-mail to the college of education (Director of Searching committee: Prof. Jinwoong Song). Applicants chosen for interview must provide official transcripts of graduate work. For more information, please visit http://professor.snu.ac.kr/eng

Contact Information: Tel: +82-2-880-8266 or +82-2-880-4490

Email: jwsong@snu.ac.kr, pys68@snu.ac.kr

CTS, Grinnell College

Search Summary: Grinnell College, a residential liberal arts college, seeks a Curricular Technology Specialist (CTS) to support faculty use of instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning in classroom settings and as a supplement to the classroom.

Responsibilities:
This CTS develops collaborative projects with faculty to enhance teaching and learning involving techniques such as statistical analysis, GIS, survey design and analysis, data visualization, and database design and maintenance. The person will work closely with the College’s data librarian and digital asset managers and also collaborate with Information Technology Services personnel and Academic Support specialists. In addition, the person works as part of a team of CTSs supporting instructional technology applications, training, and course development campus-wide. The CTSs serve as consultants, advocates, and classroom support teachers for technology applications that serve teaching and learning goals of Grinnell’s faculty members. They work with faculty members, librarians, and administrative staff to further the educational mission of a residential liberal arts college, offer creative workshops for faculty members to encourage advancements in teaching and scholarship, contribute to maintaining an effective curricular technology infrastructure, and engage with the broader curricular technology community nationwide. The CTSs report to an Associate Dean of the College and to the Director of Information Technology Services (dual report). Selected projects of the CTS team are accessible at http://www.grinnell.edu/offices/instructionaltechnologies/

Qualifications:
Graduate degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree and experience possible; academic background or professional experience in a science discipline required; a demonstrable record of experience and expertise in instructional technology; excellent oral, written, and visual communication skills; an ability to convey technical concepts effectively to different constituencies at a level appropriate to the audience; and an understanding of the mission of a liberal arts college. Expertise in more than one of the following areas is required: scientific instrument support, statistical analysis of large data sets, spatial analysis, relational database design, data visualization, and scientific modeling. Preferred: teaching experience; experience working with faculty integrating technology into the curriculum.

Application Process:
Submit a letter of application, a resume, and a list of three employment references to: Stacy Koehler, Office of Human Resources, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA 50112-1690, or send e-mail to HR@grinnell.edu or fax to 641-269-4885. Review of applications will begin on Monday July 21 and continue until the position is filled. Additional information can be found on the college’s website.

[Ed. note: Grinnell College is dear to my heart, and I'd be happy to talk about the school or the area with anyone interested. -Ellie]

Lecture demo manager, Caltech

Hello fellow teaching lab enthusiasts,

We are looking to hire a person to manage the physics lecture hall at
Caltech -- to design and set up demos for freshman and sophomore courses,
working closely with all the professors teaching those courses, and
perhaps to do some guest lecturing as well. If you know of anyone who
might be interested in this job, please have him or her contact me for
more information. Our need is immediate, as the position opens in the
fall. We are hoping to find someone with a real flair for hardware and
teaching, probably with a PhD in physics.

--Ken Libbrecht
Caltech
kgl@caltech.edu

Lab manager at Stanford

The Physics Department in the School of Humanities & Sciences seeks applicants for the position of Physics Education Specialist. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for providing a wide range of direction, support and input in developing and implementing new approaches to introductory courses being taught in the Physics Department. This includes collaborating with our Department Chair, other Physics faculty, graduate teaching assistants, undergraduate students and academic staff on the development of curriculum changes to Stanford’s Introductory Physics lab courses. The Education Specialist will take the lead in identifying, developing and adapting new course and lab materials for both non-calculus- and calculus-based course sequences. This position is central in helping to create and facilitate the revamping, modernization, and overall effectiveness of introductory Physics courses. The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing, researching and designing new course-specific lecture and lab materials (e.g., interactive lecture demonstrations, laboratory exercises) and determine suitability for different courses. This position requires a creative, imaginative and proactive individual with demonstrated ability to understand the teaching context and to motivate and support change. The candidate must be able to make independent decisions and judgments regarding the adaptability of new tools and strategies, balancing budget constraints with the goal of improving the teaching process. This is a two-year, fixed-term appointment that reports directly to the Chair of Physics.


Requirements
MS or PhD in Physics or Physics Education required. Experience in teaching Introductory Physics at the post-secondary level and/or secondary level preferred. The successful candidate must be creative, organized and self motivated, with an ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The ability to analyze teaching materials is essential, as is the ability to exercise sound judgment and take initiative within the context of a group effort. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are required, along with the ability to manage budget and purchasing processes.

To assure your application information is captured in our official files and that the hiring department also has immediate access to your resume, you must apply to http://jobs.stanford.edu/, Job#31445.

Stanford University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Postdoc at TELS

Technology-Enhanced Learning in Science (TELS)

The TELS project seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar to participate in a multidisciplinary collaboration funded by the National Science Foundation to explore Technology-Enhanced Learning in Science and related issues. The research program involves creating customizable technology-enhanced curriculum materials, knowledge integration assessments, and targeted professional development, and is researching leverage points for technology in science learning in middle schools.

He/she will work with leaders in education, technology, and the science disciplines and will contribute to the research program and conduct their own research in a supportive, exciting environment with input from leaders at Berkeley (Marcia C. Linn and Hee Sun Lee), Concord Consortium (Robert Tinker and Paul Horwitz), University of Toronto (Jim Slotta), and ETS (Lydia Liu). The Scholar will learn about advances in technology, learning sciences, instruction and assessment and will jointly contribute to research that identifies leverage points for technology, explores the role of modeling, simulation, and real time data collection, and investigates longitudinal impacts of these experiences. The work will contribute to a theory of instruction.

The Postdoctoral Scholar will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers who are creating new technologies, developing innovative instructional materials, designing professional development programs, exploring partnerships with educational organizations including school districts, designing assessments, and researching their impacts. The group builds on previously successful uses of technology such as the Web-based Inquiry Science Environment (WISE),Technology Enhanced Learning in Science (TELS) and Pedagogica. The work both draws on current research on teaching and learning and contributes to a framework to guide future designers.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a background in mathematics, the natural sciences, engineering, or computer science and a Ph. D. in education, psychology, mathematics, natural science, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline. Ideal candidates will have research experience in the science disciplines, technology-enhanced learning environments, science teaching, and/or assessment of science learning in complex settings. Applicants should demonstrate ability to work on a team, interest in working in partnerships to develop science curriculum, and ability to succeed in a school setting. Experience in working with teachers in a school or professional development setting is a plus.

Applicants should be available to start in Fall 2008. The position, which has an annual salary of $49,452, is for one year with possible renewal for a second year.

Post-doc at U Minnesota

The Physics Education Research group at the University of Minnesota, whose work concentrates on effecting systemic reform in higher education physics classes with a focus on problem solving, has a two- to three-year post-doctoral position available. The group is currently working on developing and testing computer software to coach students in problem solving and developing a generic assessment of problem solving skills. More information on the group can be found at http://groups.physics.umn.edu/physed.

Eligibility:
PhD graduates with a specialization in physics education research are especially encouraged to apply. Physics or science education graduates who are interested in working in physics education research will also be considered. The University of Minnesota is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Application deadline:
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Application Procedure:
Please contact Leon Hsu at lhsu@umn.edu for more information.


Questions can be directed to Leon Hsu (lhsu@umn.edu) and/or Ken Heller (heller@physics.umn.edu).

Tenure-track, UW-Stout

Physics: Beginning August 2009, (possible start date of January 2009, if available). The University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, invites applications for a tenure-track position for Assistant Professor beginning August 2009, with a possible start date of January 2009, if available. A Ph.D. in Physics, Physics Education, Geology, Geoscience Education, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field is required when contract starts. Applicants should have a strong potential and commitment to undergraduate teaching. Duties will include teaching introductory physics and geology courses. Seeking external funding for professional activities is desirable. UW-Stout is a laptop campus and willingness to use instructional technology in the classroom is required. Construction of a new science building is underway. Additional information can be found at: http://physics.uwstout.edu. Applicants should send, via postal mail, a letter of application (with contact information for three references), vita, one page teaching statement and all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable) to: Dr. Jo Hopp, Search Chair, 103D Science Wing, Jarvis Hall, UW-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin 54751. No e-mail applications will be accepted. Complete applications must be postmarked by September 15, 2008. The University of Wisconsin-Stout values diversity and strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates. EO/AA.

Tenure-track at NC-State

Physics Education Research

The Department of Physics at NC State University has hired eleven new faculty members over the last six years and continues to seek highly qualified applicants in all areas for tenure-track and tenured positions. We are especially interested to receive applications from candidates to fill open positions in the area of physics education research. Successful applicants will be expected to establish vigorous research programs, and will have strong commitments to excellence in teaching. The Department has active and internationally recognized groups in astrophysics; biological physics; computational physics; nanoscale science; polymer, surface, optical and materials physics; nuclear and particle physics; and physics education research. We plan to hire primarily at the assistant professor level, but will also consider particularly qualified senior applicants. NC State University is one of the vertices of the Research Triangle, home to many industrial research campuses and federal and state research organizations.

Minimum qualifications include an earned Ph.D. degree in physics or a physics-related area. To receive full consideration, applications for the fall 2009 academic year should be received by November 30, 2008. Review of applicants will begin immediately but no final decision will be made prior to this date.

To apply, please visit the NC State University Employment website and designate position number 07-52-0807. You will be required to attach a curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research and teaching goals, and a list of at least three references.

The College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences welcomes the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners.

AA/EOE. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. ADA Accommodations: Rebecca Savage, rebecca_savage@ncsu.edu, 919.515.2521, Fax 919.515.6538

NC State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Postdocs at Georgia State and U Georgia

The Georgia Measurement and Assessment Training - Postdoctoral Program, a collaborative between the Colleges of Education at the Georgia State University and the University of Georgia seeks qualified candidates for a two-year, postdoctoral training program, which is funded by the US Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES). The postdoctoral program provides opportunities for Fellows to participate in a program of study linked directly to on-going research activities, supported by individualized learning opportunities including advanced statistical and methodological training, and culminating in individualized programs of applied academic and/or social behavior research. Postdoctoral fellows will collaborate with scientists at both institutions to acquire advanced applied assessment and measurement methodology competencies by working on current and future research programs in the areas of applied educational and psychological assessment, test development, analysis of score patterns that characterize groups taking high stakes educational tests, research on testing accommodations and alternate assessments, early intervention oriented assessment and intervention programs for children with behavioral and emotional problems that impede learning, classification methods for child behavioral and emotional problems, and advanced measurement science methodologies. Postdoctoral fellows will be provided with travel and professional development stipends to support their work.

Minimum Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have a completed Ph.D. with a major emphasis in educational statistics or measurement, school psychology, special education, educational psychology or a related field by August, 2008.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with previous documented experience and interest in conducting research related to applied, theoretical, or methodological aspects of child assessment, statistics, measurement, psychometric theory, and related fields.

Although the training program presumes a two year appointment, due to university regulations, this is a one year, end date position, which requires renewal for a second year pending performance.

Candidates should submit a cover letter describing (a) professional research interests, (b) research experience, (c) methodological and statistical training, and (d) professional development and research goals to be pursued during the fellowship, in addition to complete vita and three letters of recommendation. Application materials should be submitted to Post Doctoral Research Fellowship, c/o, Elisa Tate, Office of the Dean, College of Education, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, 30302 or electronically at eduemt@langate.gsu.edu. Applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or permanent residents. Review of applications will begin 1 August, 2008, and continue until positions are filled. The start date is negotiable but may be no later than October, 2009. Questions may be directed to Professors Randy Kamphaus at rkamphaus@gsu.edu or Allan Cohen at acohen@uga.edu.

Lecturer at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical U

The Department of Physics has an immediate opening for a one-year visiting assistant professorship for the 2008-2009 academic year. Furthermore, the successful candidate for this position can also be considered for an upcoming tenure-track assistant/associate professorship starting in Fall 2009 depending upon experience and qualifications. In 2003 the department established an undergraduate Space Physics degree program with specialization tracks in astrophysics, particle physics & cosmology, exotic (non-chemical) space propulsion, and remote sensing. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to quality undergraduate education. Duties will include instruction of 3-4 introductory and/or advanced physics courses per semester. Class sizes are typically 10-40 students.


Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Physics, although some flexibility is possible. US Residents Only. Employer will assist with relocation costs. Application packets should include a CV, unofficial transcripts, a brief description of teaching interests and philosophy, publication list, and contact information for three references. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Darrel Smith, Chair of the Physics Department at smith@erau.edu by August 1, 2008.

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Lecturer, RIT

The Rochester Institute of Technology Department of Physics invites
applications for one or more faculty positions at the rank of Lecturer
beginning August 21, 2008. The position is a 9.5 month, non-tenure track
appointment. Although the initial appointment is for 9.5 months,
continuing appointment may be possible. The primary responsibility is
teaching introductory physics in an activity-based, workshop format. The
minimum qualifications are a PhD in physics or astronomy, experience
teaching introductory physics, and strong communication skills.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States from
August 21, 2008 to June 7, 2009. Familiarity with current trends in
undergraduate physics education is desirable. Research interests
compatible with the Department's current research activities are also
desirable. Opportunities for summer teaching may be available.

Candidates should submit a curriculum vita that includes details of
teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness. All
applications must be submitted online at https://mycareer.rit.edu
(search for IRC23398). Applicants should
also arrange to have three current references send letters of support
directly to Chair, Physics Lecturer Search Committee, Department of
Physics, Rochester Institute of Technology, 54 Lomb Memorial Drive,
Rochester, NY 14623-5604. The deadline for receipt of all application
materials is August 5, 2008. General inquiries should be addressed to
pacsps@rit.edu. The Department of Physics web page is located at
http://www.rit.edu/cos/physics/.

The Rochester Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. Members of protected classes and individuals with the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences are encouraged to apply.

Visiting prof at Arkansas Tech

Arkansas Tech University, a state-supported institution of about 7,500 students dedicated to excellence in teaching, seeks applications to fulfill a recent vacancy and are looking for a Visiting Assistant Professor to begin August 2008. The department will be advertising for a tenure-track position for 2009. Candidates must hold a PhD in physics or closely related field. Teaching duties include 12 credit hours/semester including undergraduate physics courses, general education physical science courses and laboratories.

Send letter of application including curriculum vita, official transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dr. Richard Cohoon, Dean, School of Physical and Life Sciences, Arkansas Tech University, 1701 N. Boulder Ave., Russellville, AR 72801-2222. We would also be interested in research plans that involve undergraduates. Closing date is June 13, 2008 or until filled. Details at http://pls.atu.edu/physci/ AA/EOE.

Postdoc at Cal State Uni - San Marcos

Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Physics Education Research
California State University San Marcos

California State University, San Marcos has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher in physics education research with an anticipated start date of August 2008. Our group is interested in the impact of technology on the classroom environment. This work includes studies of how tools mediate group interactions, students’ use of representations, and student learning. Responsibilities will include developing data collection protocols; taking and analyzing data; and preparing manuscripts and reports. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics, physics education research, or science education. The campus is located in Northern San Diego County.

If interested, please complete the online application at as well as attaching a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and one-page statement of research interests. Applicants also should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Postdoc Search Committee, Department of Physics, California State University, San Marcos, CA 92096-0001. To assure full consideration, all application materials should be submitted/postmarked on or before 06/15/2008; however, applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Funding and employment of this position is through the Cal State San Marcos Foundation. This is a benefited, full-time, exempt position not eligible for overtime. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, contributory retirement plan and other benefits. This is not a state position and continuation of this position is contingent on satisfactory performance and project funding. The CSUSM Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates a Drug Free Workplace. For questions or if you experience any difficulties with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at (760) 750-4700.

Postdoc at the University of Calgary

Postdoctoral Fellowship
Physics Education
University of Calgary
Department of Physics and Astronomy

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Physics Education Research in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (www.ucalgary.ca). This is a two-year position and is available immediately, although start dates no later than September 1st 2008 will be considered. The position will be focused on the development, implementation, and efficacy evaluation of labatorial exercises in 1st year service courses in Mechanics, Electromagnetism, and Thermodynamics. Labatorials are the University of Calgary implementation of some of the ideas commonly associated with Studio Physics. These
two hour weekly small group sessions utilize mini-laboratories, computational exercises, and demonstration-based tutorials to complement student learning in clicker-based, large-section, lecture sessions. The candidate selected for this position is expected to be involved in the instruction of these courses, as well as working with other faculty and graduate students on labatorial development and assessment, including publication of the results of these pedagogical implementations.

Applicants must have teaching experience and an interest in physics education. Experience in the field of Physics Education Research would be an asset. The University of Calgary is locating in the City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada (www.tourismcalgary.com), a vibrant metropolis of a million people located in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The University of Calgary is a broadly-based institution of 28000 students spread over 16 different faculties. The Department of Physics and Astronomy (www.ucalgary.ca/phas/) is a mid-sized Canadian physics department with nearly 30 faculty members, about 80 graduate students and roughly 130 undergraduate physics and astrophysics majors. Each year, the Department teaches over 3000 students in our physics and astronomy service courses. The Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary is home to the newly-formed RAISE (Research And Instruction in Science Education), a multi-disciplinary group of scholars committed to quality university education in the sciences.

Complete applications, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier, and the names and contact information (including e-mail address) for three references, should be sent to:

Dr. Robert I. Thompson, P.Phys.
Undergraduate Program Director and Assistant Head
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4
email: thompson@phas.ucalgary.ca
tel. (403) 220-5407
fax: (403) 210-8974

Review of applications will begin May 15, 2008, and continue until the position has been filled.

Science Ed at Purdue-Calumet

This is a joint appointment in the Dept. of Teacher Preparation and the Dept. of Chemistry & Physics at Purdue University Calumet. Successful candidates will hold a doctorate and teacher licensure in the area(s) of the physical science education or related field with at least 3 years of successful teaching experience at the secondary school level. For complete details, visit www.calumet.purdue.edu/hr/employment. Purdue University Calumet is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to a diverse workforce.

Demo manager, UMd

The Department of Physics at the University of Maryland seeks candidates with a PhD in physics and a strong interest in innovation in science education to oversee its world renowned Lecture Demonstration Facility. The Physics Department at the University of Maryland is the largest in the country and is located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Our current online catalog (http://www.physics.umd.edu/deptinfo/facilities/lecdem/lecdem.htm) includes over 1600 demonstrations as well as archives of our "Question of the Week" for use in outreach activities and class engagement. The lecture demonstration facility is also central to the department's vibrant public outreach programs. We are looking for an individual with the vision to modernize this facility and maintain its acclaimed status well into the 21st century by using technology to bring the latest in interactive teaching methods into our classrooms, using computers and animations in instruction, revamping older demonstrations and assisting faculty in developing new ones. The successful applicant will oversee the lecture demonstration staff members, as well as part time student assistants and graduate assistants. The successful candidate is expected to also be a practitioner of these cutting edge teaching techniques, and will teach 2 or 3 one semester undergraduate physics courses per year. University level teaching experience preferred.

Temp job, American University, DC

The Physics Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a one year temporary Assistant Professor of Physics position beginning fall 2008. Qualified candidates will have a doctorate in physics or physics education. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses for majors and also students in General Education courses, such as Astronomy, student advising, and departmental and university service. A strong commitment and demonstrated excellence in teaching is expected. Applicants must send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation to the Physics Search Committee, 102 McKinley Hall, American University, Washington, DC 20016-8058. cap@american.edu. The department's search committee will begin reviewing applications on May 1, and will continue until the position is filled. American University is an EEO/AA institution, committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. American University is seeking highly dedicated teachers and scholars who are deeply committed to interdisciplinary learning, the application of new technologies in teaching and scholarship, and to the preparation of students to life in a diverse and rapidly changing global society.

Lab coordinator, Texas Tech

Texas Tech has the position described below available for a Coordinator of Laboratories. It is meant as a full-time position and will involve a lot of laboratory development, including that of writing and/or implementing inquiry-based labs. We are under significant change, as we have a new department chair, and we are implementing significant changes, such as tutorials, in a department that has never had any of this. It is a position where it would be possible to do some physics education research, for someone who is not stuck on being a faculty member, and for that reason, the salary will be commensurate with experience. The duties will develop and change, and may include teaching intro courses and lab sections.

Position: Research Associate -- Coordinator of Laboratories at Texas Tech University Department of Physics

Type: Full-time professional staff

Duties: The Department of Physics at Texas Tech University (TTU) seeks a laboratory coordinator to oversee all aspects of the undergraduate teaching laboratories. This will include laboratory development and the implementation of new teaching techniques, consistent with broader departmental goals for the improvement of undergraduate instruction. The person should keep current on new and innovative instructional methods and laboratory techniques. Other duties will include the acquisition and maintenance of equipment, assigning, training, scheduling and supervising teaching assistants, and organizing, acquiring and maintaining lecture demonstration equipment. The coordinator will also supervise the undergraduate laboratory technician and teach introductory lecture and laboratory sections as needed.

Minimum requirements:

Advanced degree in physics or related fields, with experience in teaching a variety of introductory laboratory courses. Ability to interact effectively with faculty and graduate teaching assistants towards the goal of continuing improvement of the undergraduate laboratory program of the Department of Physics. Must show promise to be an effective introductory course instructor.

Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience. Texas Tech University is
an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Start date: Review process starts Mar. 15. Position open until filled. August 1, 2008 start date preferred.

Contact: Send 1) Curriculum Vitae, 2) the names of three references and 3) a statement of interest and experience to beth.thacker@ttu.edu

Visiting prof at Bowdoin

Bowdoin College is seeking a visiting assistant professor for the 2008-2009 Academic Year. A PhD in Physics or Astronomy is required, although candidates who expect to finish their degree within a year will be considered. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential for high-quality teaching in a strong undergraduate program. Courses to be taught include Introductory Astronomy at two levels, and intermediate or advanced courses for Physics majors. The normal teaching load is two courses per semester. Applicants should submit a c.v. and a letter describing teaching and research interests, and should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Madeleine Msall, Chair, Department of Physics and Astronomy, 8800 College Station, Brunswick, ME 04011-8488. The committee will begin reviewing applications on April 10. Bowdoin is a highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 25% students of color, 4% International students and approximately 15% first generation college students. Bowdoin College is committed to equality and diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic diversity of our college. Bowdoin College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs. For further information about the college and the department, see our website at www.bowdoin.edu.

Tenure track at Queensborough Community College

Title: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Department: Physics
Issue Date: 1/15/2008
Closing Date: 3/14/2008
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
PVN Number: FY14623

Duties:
Queensborough Community College offers a unique opportunity for physics education research. Its student body reflects the diversity of Queens, the most ethnically diverse county in the world. As part of the City University of New York, Queensborough offers the opportunity to collaborate with faculty throughout the university and access to the University’s over 200,000 students. Faculty can work with the New York City Board of Education and its over one million K-12 students.

Teach physics for elementary education majors and courses in physics at all levels up to and including modern physics. Mentor and advise students including those pursuing a major in secondary education. Work with the department in the evaluation,
implementation and assessment of best pedagogical practices. Participate in Departmental and College activities including committees, curriculum development and preparation of grants. Continued scholarly activities required for tenure and promotion.

Some evening or weekend teaching may be required.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in physics/physics education or related area and teaching experience are required. Record of research/publication in physics/physics education preferred.

Send Resume to:
Chairperson of Physics Education Search Committee
Office of Faculty & Staff Relations (A-410)
Queensborough Community College
222-05 56th Avenue
Bayside, NY 11364-1497

[ mailto:Search@qcc.cuny.edu ]Search@qcc.cuny.edu

Tenure-track, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PHYSICS, OFFICE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS, THE RICHARD STOCKTON COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics required. Hands-on experience as an experimentalist and postdoctoral experience desirable. Description: Teaching load is 12 hours/semester, with most courses carrying 4 - 6 hours of credit. Primary teaching responsibilities will include the teaching of introductory and advanced level physics courses and accompanying laboratories, developing courses in the candidate's area of expertise, as well as participation in the College¿s General Studies offerings. Excellences in teaching and extensive experience as a hands-on experimentalist are expected. Ph.D. required and post-doctoral experience would be a plus. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to develop a research program supported by external grants and fostering faculty-mentored student collaboration. The College provides several competitive internal grant programs to provide project initiation. Opportunities for scholarly activity could include participation in the College's large-scale alternative energy projects as well as research collaborations at the William J. Hughes Technical Center of the Federal Aviation Administration located 5 miles from campus.
Salary: depending on qualifications and experience

To apply: Send a letter of application, resume, a brief statement about your teaching and learning philosophies as well as your research goals, and three letters of recommendation to: Dean Dennis Weiss, School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, PO Box 195, Pomona, NJ 08240-0195 . Anticipated Start Date is September 1, 2008. Screening Begins: Late January and ends when position is filled.

Non-tenure track at SUNY Cortland

The Department of Physics at the State University of New York College at Cortland is accepting applications to fill a non-tenure-track Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics position beginning August, 2008. The commitment is for the academic year and for a full-time, 4 course/semester or 12 hours FTE load. Salary is $33,800. Typical courses might include introductory laboratories, astronomy, applied mechanics, electronics, or other courses/subject areas taught by the Department. A Ph.D. in physics or physics education by the time of initial employment is required.

Attach a letter of application, CV, and contact information for 3 professional references. Information can be obtained from the chair: Richard M. Wheeler at wheeler@cortland.edu or (607) 753-2822.
Application materials should be submitted on-line at: https://jobs.cortland.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51589

Review of application materials will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

SUNY Cortland is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. We have a strong commitment to the affirmation of diversity and have interdisciplinary degree programs in the areas of Multicultural Studies.

Tenure-track at Towson in Science Ed

Towson University is now hiring for a secondary science education position
for Fall 2008. Review of applications will begin on February 25th.

The position description can be found below.

***position description***

The Department of Physics, Astronomy and Geosciences seeks a tenure-track
assistant professor beginning fall 2008. Candidates are expected to have an
undergraduate degree in physics, astronomy, or earth sciences, a minimum of
three years of secondary science teaching experience, and either (1) a
doctorate in science education, (2) a doctorate in curriculum and
instruction, or (3) a doctorate in physics, astronomy, or earth sciences and
extensive experience in secondary science education. (A candidate who is
ABD will be considered if the degree is completed by February 1, 2009). This
position is contingent on final funding approval for fiscal 2009.

The successful candidate will be able to teach methods courses for secondary
science education majors, teach content courses in his or her field,
supervise secondary student teachers and MAT students, and coordinate and
expand Towson¹s existing secondary science program. The person is also
expected to be involved in education research and in professional
development activities for teachers in the metropolitan Baltimore area.

After one year at Towson, the candidate will be eligible to compete with
other junior faculty for a three-year appointment as a Jess Fisher Endowed
Chair in the Physical and Biological Sciences.

Towson University:

Founded in 1866, today Towson University is recognized by U.S. News & World
Report¹s as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and
Mid-Atlantic regions. Towson is nationally recognized for its programs in
the liberal arts and sciences, business, education, communications, health
sciences, and the fine and performing arts. The University places a strong
emphasis on service learning and civic engagement through such activities as
internships, practica, clinical placements, course assignments and student
events. As the Baltimore area¹s largest university and Maryland¹s
Metropolitan University, Towson articulates its research and scholarship
mission through partnerships that link the University to the economic,
educational and cultural life of the state of Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic
region. Towson enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students
in 62 undergraduate majors, 38 master¹s programs and four doctoral programs.
Located on a rolling 328 acres, the striking campus is eight miles north of
downtown Baltimore and 45 miles from Washington, D.C. The campus and its
surrounding cities provide an excellent environment for teaching and
supporting the academic pursuits of the 700 full-time faculty who work here.

Application Procedure:

Apply by sending a cover letter, a summary of your teaching philosophy and
research goals, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references to the
address below. In your cover letter, please highlight your science
education experience at the secondary level.

Science Education Search
Department of Physics, Astronomy and Geosciences
Towson University
8000 York Road
Towson, MD 21252-0001

Review of applications will begin on February 25, 2008 and continue until
the position is filled.

Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and
has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities,
persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position description can also be found on-line at:

http://www.towson.edu/aa/2100%20series/jobdescription_2163.htm

Postdoc at K-State

Physics Education Research
Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Kansas State University

The Physics Education Research Group at Kansas State University is
seeking a research associate. The primary focus of this position is on
research and development related to transfer of learning and the use of
technology to aid learning for both students and in-service teachers.
The research associate will be expected to investigate student learning,
develop new materials, work closely with teachers who test the
materials, and present workshops at national meetings. Important
components of the program are the development of new research
techniques, investigating the transfer of learning, and the appropriate
use of digital technologies. More information is available at
http://web.phys.ksu.edu.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in physics or science
education. A Ph.D. in physics with a dissertation related to physics
teaching/learning is preferred. Candidates with Ph.D.s in other areas of
physics and with significant background in teaching and/or educational
research will be considered.

Applications should include a curriculum vita and statements describing
the candidate's relevant background, interests in physics education
research and the relation of the position to the candidate's long-term
goals. The candidate should arrange to have three letters of reference
sent directly to Dean Zollman (dzollman@phys.ksu.edu), Department of
Physics, 116 Cardwell Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
66506-2601.
Screening of candidates will begin on March 31, 2008, and continue until
the position is filled.

Kansas State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Post-doc at University of Illinois

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George Washington University, One-Year Visiting Appointment

JOB DESCRIPTION

The University Honors Program at The George Washington University
seeks to fill a one-year visiting appointment (once renewable) for an
Assistant Professor with a PhD in Physics and a strong interest in
interdisciplinary science education. Applicants should provide a
curriculum vita, a statement of teaching objectives, evidence of
teaching effectiveness as demonstrated by summaries of teaching
evaluations and/or classroom observations and three letters of
recommendation.

This position will be a joint appointment in the Honors Program and
the Department of Physics. Responsibilities include: teaching a
maximum of six courses per year, four in Honors and two in Physics.
The Honors courses will include a two-semester freshman seminar in the
natural sciences that, through inquiry and problem-based approaches,
engages honors students in interdisciplinary learning. The successful
candidate may expect to play a leadership role in planning and
organizing this multi-section course. He or she will possess
enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring undergraduates and for active
involvement in the Honors Program community.

A doctorate in Physics or Physics Education must be completed prior to
hire. Preference will be given to candidates with a research
background in post-secondary physics education, although candidates in
other areas of physics will be considered.

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Applications should be sent to:

Professor George Stephens
Deputy Director
George Washington University Honors Program
Honors/Physics Search
714 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
202-994-6816 (phone)
202-994-0842 (fax)
uhp@gwu.edu (email)

Founding Dean, UW-Stout

The University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin’s only Polytechnic University and one of thirteen universities in the University of Wisconsin System,
announces the creation of a new College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and is seeking an experienced and accomplished leader in the STEM disciplines for the position of Founding Dean.

The new College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics builds on the strengths of existing undergraduate and graduate programs in Apparel Design and Development, Applied Science, Applied Math and Computer Science, Construction, Engineering Technology, Graphic Communications Management, Information and Communication Technologies, Information Technology Management, Manufacturing Engineering, and Packaging, some of which are among the most rapidly growing programs in the university. UW-Stout is also in the process of developing and launching two additional undergraduate engineering programs in plastics engineering and computer engineering. Located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, approximately one hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul, UW-Stout emphasizes active learning, technology integration, diversity and experiential learning for all students. The College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will begin operations in July, 2008, and will be housed within a new state-of-the-art science facility to be completed in 2010. UW-Stout has been a laptop campus since 2002, and the university has a large number of specialized science, math and technology laboratories.

As chief academic and administrative leader of the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, the Dean reports to the Provost and works in partnership with faculty, staff, and the university community to achieve the university’s mission and vision and build strong collaborations throughout this career-focused university. As a tenured member and leader of the faculty, the Dean supports, encourages and promotes excellence in teaching, applied research, scholarship and service. The Dean is also responsible for program development, faculty recruitment and retention, budgetary and personnel matters, and facilitating student success. The Dean will also oversee the Stout Technology Transfer Institute comprised of 13 related outreach centers, including the Northwest Wisconsin Manufacturing Outreach Center. As an external representative and spokesperson for the College, the Dean leads fund-raising and development efforts and maintains extensive contacts with alumni, regional businesses and industries, or the community at large. The Dean will facilitate a new vision and strategic direction leading the college in a unified plan of action.

Minimum qualifications:
∙ earned doctorate preferably in one of the disciplines represented by the College;
∙ demonstrated leadership ability and a minimum of five years of significant administrative experience preferably in one of the disciplines represented in the College.

The preferred candidate will possess:
∙ demonstrated understanding of the challenges of a rapidly changing science and technology environment;
∙ significant experience in managing a large organization;
∙ academic credentials and a strong record of teaching, research, scholarship and publications or professional experience warranting an appointment as a tenured professor;
∙ excellent communication and relationship-building skills to work effectively with faculty, staff, advisory boards and industry professionals;
∙ experience in establishing partnerships between business/industry and educational institutions;
∙ demonstrated commitment to the goals and values of UW-Stout;
∙ demonstrated commitment to diversity.

Applications should include a letter outlining the applicant’s background, qualifications and vision for the position; curriculum vitae/résumé; copy of transcripts; and contact information for five current professional references. Review of applications will begin March 10, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. This appointment will begin on July 1, 2008. Confidential inquiries and questions may be directed to Julie Furst-Bowe, Provost, UW-Stout, furst-bowej@uwstout.edu. Materials should be submitted to:
Rose McLean, Assistant to the Provost
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Administration Building, Room 303
Menomonie, Wisconsin 54751
Email: mcleanr@uwstout.edu, Fax: 715-232-1699, Phone: 715-232-2422

The University of Wisconsin-Stout is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and educator.
Applications from minorities and women are especially invited.

Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant.


For information about University of Wisconsin-Stout, go to: http://www.uwstout.edu
For vacancy announcements, go to: http://www.uwstout.edu and click on “Employment at Stout”
For information about our community, visit: http://www.uwstout.edu/community.shtml
For information about the Chippewa Valley region, visit: http://www.chippewavalley.org




University of Wisconsin-Stout is a 2001 Baldrige Award Recipient, supporting a progressive, learning-centered, quality-based educational environment that is focused on continuous improvement. UW-Stout is a digital campus and all faculty and staff are required to use available technology in their positions including course delivery. Increasingly, courses are offered via alternative delivery methods and time frames. UW-Stout faculty members are responsible for teaching, advising, research and scholarly activity, and service. UW-Stout values diversity of people, ideas and experiences and is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Post-docs in Sweden

Post-doctoral Positions
UmU 315-270-08

*** Deadline March 15, 2008 ***

Four two-year international post-doctoral fellowships are available from Umeå Mathematics Education Research Centre (UMERC). Applicants must come from outside of Sweden, and are expected to have a PhD degree and research experience in mathematics education or some closely related field.

About UMERC

UMERC is a collection of researchers from five departments across the university. In 2006, we were chosen by the vice chancellor to be one of 12 prioritized research areas. This means we have resources to build our program into a world-class arena for doing mathematics education research. The postdoc positions are seen as one important contribution to this goal.

Currently our research falls under the following broad areas:
• Learning difficulties
• Assessment
• Problem solving, reasoning, and proof
• ICT-support in mathematics education
• Mathematics in real life
• Mathematics teachers’ competences.

More about individual projects in each of these areas can be found here.
Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates with a strong preparation in mathematics education as well as an interest in collaborative research. Postdocs may join existing projects or develop their own projects within the fairly broad framework of UMERC. There are possibilities to work at all grade levels, from pre-school to university level. The candidate should have a clear vision for what they want to achieve during the postdoc, but also be open to new ideas and experiences.

Candidates should have completed their PhD before they start the postdoc position. The start date is negotiable, but should ideally begin by Sept. 1, 2008.
About Umeå University and environs

Umeå University is modern and forward-looking with 29,000 students and 4,100 employees. As a town centered around the university and large regional hospital, Umeå is young and diverse. It is home to many music festivals and sports events (including world class women’s soccer) and is considered the cultural center of northern Sweden. It is easy and safe to get around without a car, and an airport, located 10 minutes by bus from the university, makes it simple to connect to the rest of the world. The international office has many useful tips for visitors. This video can give you a flavor of the town.
Benefits

Stipend consists of 17,000 SEK per month salary (tax free) plus 11,000 SEK per year for medical insurance and 25,000 SEK per year for living and travel.
Application

The application should contain the following:

* A complete CV
* Description of postdoctoral project
In addition to describing what you will do during your 2 years here, please also include some context to show how this project fits into your larger research goals. (Max 6 pages)
* Names and contact information for two references

Your complete application, marked with reference number
315-270-08, should be sent to medel@diarie.umu.se, or by post to Registrator, Umeå University, 901 87 Umeå, Sweden to arrive March 15, 2008 at the latest. Documents sent electronically should be submitted as a SINGLE DOCUMENT in MS Word or PDF format.
Contacts

Feel free to contact us about any questions:

Johan Lithner, Director of UMERC
johan.lithner@math.umu.se

Manya Sundström, Search organizer
manya.sundstrom@educ.umu.se



The postdoctoral fellowships have been made possible through a generous grant from the Kempe Foundation.

Temp job, Weber State

The Department of Physics at Weber State University invites applications for a one-year visiting faculty position beginning Fall 2008. We are seeking applicants with a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Applicants should have a strong interest in all aspects of undergraduate physics education. The department currently has eleven faculty members with diverse research interests that include astrophysics, atomic and optical physics, nuclear physics, medical physics, particle physics, solid-state physics, physics education, and planetary science. Weber State University is a public undergraduate institution with an enrollment of 18,000. The university is situated against the Wasatch Mountains, 30 minutes from world-class skiing and 40 minutes from Salt Lake City. For more information: http://weber.edu/physics. Screening of applications will begin February 15, 2008. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Applicants must apply online at http://jobs.weber.edu and attach (1) a letter of application, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, including any projects involving undergraduates. Three letters of reference must also be sent directly to: Dr. Bradley Carroll, Physics Department, Weber State University, 2508 University Circle, Ogden, UT, 84408-2508. Weber State University is an AA/EO institution.

Science Teaching Fellow in Physics/ PER Postdoc

Position: Science Teaching Fellow in Physics / PER Postdoc

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral Teaching Fellow in Physics
Education in the Department of Physics at the University of Colorado,
Boulder. The position is part of the Science Education Initiative (SEI) at
CU-Boulder; a program focused on the enhancement of teaching and learning in
our undergraduate courses. The successful candidate for the current position
will work primarily with the upper-division quantum mechanics course.
Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Physics, possess a strong
commitment to science education, have excellent organizational and
interpersonal communication skills, and be interested in student learning in
quantum mechanics. Familiarity with current pedagogy research and assessment
techniques or experience in physics education research is not required, but
is advantageous.

The Teaching Fellow will serve as the departmental liaison with the Science
Education Initiative, directed by Professor Carl Wieman of the Department of
Physics. Responsibilities include working in coordination with physics
faculty to: develop an integrated plan of course evaluation and innovation;
identify specific learning goals that represent faculty-consensus; develop
valid assessments of student learning for undergraduate courses; participate
in and supervise the development of techniques, materials and practices for
improving student learning in the undergraduate courses; and publish
assessment tools and findings in Physics education journals. The Fellow will
collaborate with and learn from Fellows working towards similar goals in
physics and other SEI-funded departments, and will collaborate with faculty,
post-docs, and graduate students in Colorado's Physics Education Research
Group (http://per.colorado.edu).

The appointment is a one-year, renewable appointment with the preference
that the successful candidate will be able to commit to the project for 2
years. The salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
Applicants should submit a vita and a statement of teaching philosophy and
experiences, and have three letters of recommendation sent to:
Professor Paul Beale
Department of Physics, 390 UCB
University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, CO 80309-0390
Or email: Paul.Beale@colorado.edu

All applications received by March 1, 2008 will be given full consideration.
Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The
start date is negotiable but with a preference for late spring or early
summer. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and
equality in education and employment.

Katherine K. Perkins, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor Attendant Rank
Physics Department
University of Colorado
390 UCB
Boulder, CO 80309-0390
PH: 303-492-6714 FAX: 303-492-2998

Temp Job, Truman State University

Position: Temporary Assistant Professor of Physics starting August 18,
2008. This is a one-year full-time appointment with the possibility of
renewal for up to three additional years.

Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate physics for majors and for
non-majors. Other responsibilities include university service.
Candidates should be strongly committed to maintaining quality teaching.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to maintain an active
research program involving undergraduates.

Qualifications:
Required
-A PhD (completed by time of hire), in Physics or related field
-Evidence of good oral and written communication skills,
- Evidence of potential for success in undergraduate teaching.

Preferred:
- Evidence of strong interest in undergraduate teaching,
- Willingness to develop and teach a course in meteorology,
-Research interests and/or experience which complements current
departmental efforts and/or which might be pursued at Truman without
significant additional expenditures,
- Preparation or experience related to the responsibilities of the position,
- Evidence of potential for contributing to Truman's Liberal Arts community.

Program: The Department of Physics is undergraduate-only and has nine
full-time faculty members. We graduate approximately eight BA or BS
students a year, about half of whom go on to graduate study in physics.
We offer a minor in physics and a dual degree engineering program. Our
focus is on undergraduate teaching and research involving students.
Introductory classes have 20 to 50 students, and advanced classes have
five to 15 students. For more information about our programs, please
visit http://physics.truman.edu .

The University: A vibrant community of teacher-scholars with a
highly-selective student body, Truman is a residential university
focused on providing its 5,800 students with broad liberal arts
experiences and depth of study in 47 undergraduate majors and six
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 eleventh 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 & World Report. Located in Kirksville, Truman plays a vital role in the life of a thriving rural community served by commuter air service and Amtrak.

Application: Send cover letter of application, curriculum vitae,
statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, three
letters of reference, and all undergraduate and graduate transcripts
(copies okay, official copies of graduate transcripts required prior to
hiring) to

Ms. Luann Regagnon, Secretary,
Department of Physics,
Truman State University,
100 E. Normal St., Kirksville, MO 63501-4221.

Review of applications will begin January 28, 2008 and continue until a
suitable candidate is hired. Truman State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Truman encourages applications from minorities and women.

Undergraduate teaching, Brandeis University

The Physics Department seeks a full-time faculty member to teach physics laboratory, lecture and inquiry-based classes to begin in Fall 2008. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in physics, postdoctoral and/or teaching experience and be committed to undergraduate education. This will be a three-year, renewable appointment and salary and rank will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants should submit their CV and a statement on teaching philosophy, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:

John Wardle, Physics Search
Physics Department, MS 057
Brandeis University,
Waltham, MA 02454-9110
Website: http://www.physics.brandeis.edu

First consideration will be given to applications received by February 1, 2008. Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.

Tenure track at Georgia College & State University

The Department of Chemistry & Physics invites applications for a new tenure-track assistant professor position in physics or astronomy to begin August 1, 2008. The position is an initial step in developing an innovative new undergraduate physics program as part of a state-wide Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) initiative. It is anticipated that a physics program will be approved and will commence fall semester of 2009. Georgia College is the state’s Public Liberal Arts University and is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education. While applicants from all areas of physics and astronomy are welcome, preference will be given to candidates who can perform off site or theoretical research due to limited campus research space. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy, be qualified to teach undergraduate physics and introductory astronomy courses, and have an active scientific research program that is expected to involve undergraduate physics majors. Teaching experience in a diverse environment is preferred. Applicants should send a curriculum vita, brief statement of teaching philosophy, brief statement of research plans (including how undergraduates will be involved), unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Ralph France, CBX 82, Dept. of Chemistry and Physics, Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, GA 31061; or electronically (preferred) to Ralph.France@gcsu.edu. Review of candidates will begin on 1 March 2008 and continue until the position is filled. The finalist will be required to submit official transcripts and to a background investigation. GCSU is an EO/AA Institution committed to cultural, racial, and ethnic communities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

North Dakota University PER Tenure Track Position

CLOSING DATE:
Screening will begin January 15, 2008, and remain open until a suitable pool is established.

DESCRIPTION:
North Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment to begin August, 2008. We seek faculty candidates with primary research interests in STEM education. The successful candidate will serve as a core faculty member for a proposed Ph.D. program in STEM Education. They will develop and contribute to an externally funded research program that includes funded opportunities for Ph.D. students. The successful candidate will have a tenure home within a department of the College of Science & Mathematics (80% appointment), with a cross-appointment (20%) in the School of Education.

The successful candidate will conduct research and teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. Additional duties will vary depending on departmental placement and rank, university and academic unit education needs, and the individual candidate's experience and interest. They will be involved in nurturing/leading collaborations among faculty interested in teaching and learning in STEM disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
Assistant Professor:
* Graduate Degrees in Education and in Physics, with a Master's degree (or equivalent) in one and a PhD in the other.
* Strong English oral and written communication skills.

Associate Professor:
* In addition to the qualifications listed above, significant experience/accomplishments in Physics Education are required.
Full Professor:
* In addition to the aforementioned qualifications, national distinction and international recognition in Physics Education and a substantial scholarly record are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Postdoctoral Research Experience.
* Experience supervising/coordinating the research activities of students.
* Experience with the process of obtaining external support.
* Classroom teaching experience.
* Emergent record of scholarly publication.

TO APPLY:
Applicants should submit a CV, a description of research goals, a statement of teaching interests/qualifications, academic transcripts, and the names and addresses of three referees to the address below. Members of groups under-represented in STEM are encouraged to apply.

Dr. Donald P. Schwert, Chair, STEM PhD Search Committee
Family Life Center 314E
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND 58105-5057

Electronic submission of application materials is strongly encouraged to: donald.schwert@ndsu.edu. Indicate “STEM Education Search” in the subject line.

LINKS:
http://www.ndsu.edu/ndsu/jobs/non_broadbanded/positions/00026181.shtml

New Doctoral Program at University of Illinois

The University of Illinois has announced a new doctoral program in the Learning Sciences, and they invite applications for admission for Fall 2008. The program is housed in the Graduate College of the university and draws on faculty from departments in the College of Engineering, the College of Education, and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. UIC's Learning Sciences Ph.D. program is the first of its kind to prepare students to address educational challenges through a focus on Learning in the Disciplines.

This 5-year program combines doctoral training in learning sciences with graduate-level coursework in an area of specialization (e.g.,chemistry, computer science, history, literacy, mathematics). For more information please visit the website http://grad.lsri.uic.edu/

Non-tenure-track at University of Houston

The Department of Physics at the University of Houston seeks
applicants for several Instructional Faculty positions to be available
to start at the beginning of the fall semester of 2008. We are
particularly interested in at lease one candidate with a background in
Astronomy and Astrophysics. Instructional Faculty members at the
University of Houston are not considered tenure-track faculty, but are
eligible for multi-year contracts after an initial probationary period.
Instructional Faculty ranks mirror the normal tenure-track ranks and the
teaching salary is offered on a 9-month basis. Summer teaching may be
available but is not required. Instructional Faculty are eligible to
draw a summer salary from other sources such as research funds should
they be available. Instructional Faculty members are also allowed to
submit funding proposals to external agencies under their own name. The
successful applicant will be expected to teach up to three courses per
semester as well as to pursue research interests, especially in the area
of physics pedagogy. Applications should include a Curriculum Vita, a
statement of teaching and research interests, a list of publications,
and the names of up to 5 persons who could act as references.
Applications should be sent to: Instructional Faculty Search Committee,
Department of Physics, University of Houston, 617 Science and Research
1, Houston, Texas 77204-5005, USA. Review of applications will begin
immediately, and will continue at least through Feb. 1, 2008 or until
the positions are filled. Salary level is negotiable. The University
of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.

Tenure-track at Anderson University

Tenure track position, fall of 2008. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and excel in teaching. The use of research as a teaching tool is encouraged. Consideration may be given to those with an interest in working with secondary education students and maintaining an observatory. Anderson University is a comprehensive institution affiliated with the Church of God and seeks faculty who possess a maturing Christian faith and are committed to the mission of higher Christian education. Direct inquires to: Dean Blake Janutolo, Anderson University, Anderson, IN 46012-3495 by December 1, 2007. AA/EOE

US Residents Only. Employer will assist with relocation costs

Tenure-track at Elon University

Physics. Elon University seeks an assistant professor for a tenure-track position starting August 2008. The successful candidate will teach introductory, advanced, and special-topics courses in physics and must be willing to teach in the interdisciplinary general studies program. We value close contact between students and faculty and seek an experimentalist whose research interests are accessible to undergraduates, and who will enjoy leading students in hands-on experimental projects. Doctorate required. Elon is a dynamic private, co-educational, comprehensive institution that is a national model for actively engaging faculty and students in teaching and learning. To learn more about Elon, please visit our website at www.elon.edu; to learn more about the Physics Department, please visit their website at www.elon.edu/physics . Review will begin on December 15, 2007, and will continue until position is filled. Applications must be received by December 15 to be assured of consideration. Send current CV, unofficial transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research interests detailing the prospects for undergraduate participation, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Kyle Altmann, Search Committee Chair, 2625 Campus Box, Elon University, Elon, NC 27244. For more information, email kaltmann@elon.edu. Elon University is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

NOTES: International Candidates Will Be Considered. Employer will assist with relocation costs

Tenure track at Misericordia University

Misericordia University invites qualified candidates to apply for a (10 month) tenure-track faculty position in Physics to begin August 2008. The two person department primarily teaches introductory physics courses to students in a variety of majors. Misericordia University is part of a local consortium of colleges and universities which will be offering upper level physics courses to students in the Wilkes-Barre area. A Doctorate in Physics, Physics Education, or related field is required. Candidates at ABD status with evidence of expected completion by 8/15/08 will be considered. Misericordia University, an 83-year-old institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy of Dallas, offering baccalaureate and master’s degrees is located adjacent to the Pocono Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, approximately 2 hours from New York City, and Philadelphia. The university's approach of combining a quality liberal arts education with professional preparation and service leadership has resulted in its wide regional acclaim. Misericordia University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities and women. To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement on current research and future research plans, transcripts, and three letters of reference to: Misericordia University, Attention: Human Resources Department, 301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA, 18612; or e-mail to: hr@misericordia.edu. Inquiries only should be directed to Dr. Jay Stine, e-mail: jstine@misericordia.edu. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be available at the January AAPT meeting in Baltimore.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE IN PHYSICS EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF POSTSECONDARY TEACHING AND LEARNING
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, TWIN CITIES

Position description:
Research Associate (Job code 9702). Full-time (100%), 12-month (A-term), K-term (annual renewable) Professional and Administrative (P&A) position, renewable for up to three years and funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation.

Salary: $42,000

Required Qualifications:
* Ph.D. in physics education, physics, or science education
* Familiarity with and demonstrated interest in physics education research

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with research in student learning and/or problem solving
* Experience with collecting and analyzing student data

Duties/Responsibilities:
* Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of a study to assess the educational impact on students of the use of web-based coaches for problem solving in introductory physics
* Help in the development of a rubric to assess students' written problem solutions, including the creation and implementation of procedures for applying the rubric and analyzing data to determine its reliability and validity.
* Oversee the collection of data regarding students' problem solving skills from both individual students and entire classes and organize and maintain a database for the project.
* Supervise and assist in the training of personnel to use the rubric to analyze data on students' problem solving skills
* Collaborate with project PIs on the dissemination of findings from the research study
* Participate in some teaching of the introductory physics courses as necessary to become familiar with the instructional methods at the University of Minnesota.
* Assist as necessary in the production of the web-based coaches for problem solving

Program/Unit Description:
The Physics Education Research (PER) group at the University of Minnesota concentrates on effecting systemic reform in higher education physics classes with a focus on problem solving. The group is currently working on developing and testing computer software to coach students in problem solving and developing a generic assessment of problem solving skills.

More information on the Minnesota PER group can be found at
http://groups.physics.umn.edu/physed.

Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must apply online at http://employment.umn.edu.
Application materials include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.

Questions about the position can be directed to Leon Hsu (lhsu@umn.edu) or Ken Heller (heller@physics.umn.edu).

Visiting Professor, Weber State University

The Department of Physics at Weber State University invites applications for a visiting faculty position beginning Fall 2008. We are seeking applicants with a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Applicants should have a strong interest in all aspects of undergraduate physics education. The department currently has eleven faculty members with diverse research interests that include astrophysics, atomic and optical physics, nuclear physics, medical physics, particle physics, solid-state physics, physics education, and planetary science. Weber State University is a public undergraduate institution with an enrollment of 18,000. The university is situated against the Wasatch Mountains, 30 minutes from world-class skiing and 40 minutes from Salt Lake City. For more information: http://weber.edu/physics. Screening of applications will begin February 15, 2008. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants must apply online at http://jobs.weber.edu and attach (1) a letter of application, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, including any projects involving undergraduates. Three letters of reference must also be sent directly to: Dr. Bradley Carroll, Physics Department, Weber State University, 2508 University Circle, Ogden, UT, 84408-2508. Weber State University is an AA/EO institution.

Assistant Professor Physics, Columbus State University

Job Summary:

The Department of Chemistry and Geology at Columbus State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the level of Assistant Professor to begin teaching in August 2008. Teaching duties will include teaching Physical Science for elementary school teachers and courses and laboratories to support a Physics minor and/or Astronomy courses. Other job duties include recruiting students into the departmental majors, academic advising, helping with existing programs to recruit and retain secondary science and math teachers, active involvement with and leadership in educational outreach activities such as Engineering Night, Science Olympiad, Science Fair, and/or Astronomy Night, and other service duties necessary to build and maintain a vibrant and collegial department. Interest in teacher training is a plus. Candidates must also be committed to quality teaching and to continued scholarly and instructional development. This position is available pending budget approval from the Board of Regents.

Minimum requirements:

Applicants should possess a strong and demonstrated interest in teaching and hold a doctorate degree by the time of appointment. The doctoral degree should be in Physics Education, Physics, Astrophysics, Engineering or related field. Possession of a doctorate in Science Education is also considered acceptable training if at least 18 hours of graduate education were obtained in Physics, Astronomy, or Engineering. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding oral and written communication skills and exhibit a commitment to excellence in science education in a student-centered environment. The successful candidate will be able to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Familiarity with the use of performance standards and assessment is preferred. Applicants must satisfy the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) requirements in order to gain employment at Columbus State University. A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment.

Application Procedures:

This search will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Review of applications will begin immediately and preference will be given to applications received before January 18, 2008. For full consideration, applicants should submit a letter of interest describing relevant experience and qualifications for this unique position, recent letters from at least three references who may be contacted, a curriculum vitae, a comprehensive statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research interests applicable to a primarily undergraduate institution, a reprint of a recent publication(s) and/or conference papers, unofficial transcripts, and evidence of successful teaching experience to: Chair, Physics Search Committee, Department of Chemistry and Geology, Columbus State University, 4225 University Avenue, Columbus, GA 31907. Applicants must provide official transcripts at the time of interview. Columbus State University embraces its diverse student body and the College of Science strongly values outstanding teaching and those who educate future teachers. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Columbus State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. See details about the department at http://chemgeo.colstate.edu. Electronic applications will not be accepted.

Kim Shaw does PER at Columbus State. She'll be at the AAPT Job Fair in Baltimore.

Outreach Coordinator

The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics seeks a Senior Scientific Outreach Coordinator to join the educational outreach team and help share the wonders of modern physics with the wider community. The position will involve writing and creating materials as well as preparing and providing presentations to students, teachers and members of the general public.

The deadline for application is November 23, 2007. To submit a resume, please email the document to Morgan Malinski at mmalinski@perimeterinstitute.ca

Canada's Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics is an independent, non-profit, scientific research and educational outreach organization where international scientists cluster to push the limits of our understanding of physical laws and calculate new ideas about the very essence of space, time, matter and information. The award-winning research centre provides a multi-disciplinary environment to foster research in areas of Cosmology, Particle Physics, Quantum Foundations, Quantum Gravity, Quantum Information and Superstring Theory. The Institute, located in Waterloo, Ontario, also provides a wide array of educational outreach activities for students, teachers and members of the general public across the country and beyond in order to share the joy of scientific research, discovery and innovation. Additional details are available at www.perimeterinstitute.ca


From John Matlock, Director, External Relations and Outreach, Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Tenure-Track in Science Ed at ASU

Three New Tenure Track Positions in Science Education

The School of Educational Innovation and Teacher Preparation at ASU's
Polytechnic campus invites applications for three new open-rank
tenure-track positions in Science Education for Fall, 2008. These
positions present exciting opportunities to build new programs in
Science Education, conduct research in collaboration with faculty in
education, engineering, and the liberal arts, with the new on-campus
PreK-12 charter school, and with urban and suburban school districts.

QUALIFICATIONS- REQUIRED
* Earned doctorate in Science Education or in one of the sciences.
* Teaching experience appropriate to rank in science education at the post-secondary level.
* Teaching or school administration experience in PreK-12 educational settings.
* Research and publication record appropriate to rank

QUALIFICATIONS- DESIRED
* Experience with innovative course or program design at the post-secondary level.
* Evidence of leadership and team membership experience.
* Evidence of effective skills in written communication.
* Membership in Science/Science Education professional organizations.
* Evidence of collaboration with faculty in related fields.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Review of applications will begin on November 20, 2007; if not filled,
weekly thereafter until search is closed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE POSITIONS
Send letter of intent, CV, names of three references with phone numbers
and email contact information, and unofficial transcripts to:

Arizona State University
School of Educational Innovation and Teacher Preparation
Attn: Toni Ann Aguirre, Coordinator, Sr.
7001 E. Williams Field Rd., Sutton Hall
Mesa, AZ 85212

For additional information contact: Dr. Carole Greenes,
carole.greenes@asu.edu

Tenure Track in Science Ed at Central Michigan University

The College of Science and Technology at Central Michigan University
seeks an exemplary teacher and scholar to fill a tenure-track position
at the Assistant Professor level in Science Education beginning Fall
2008. Applicants with a Ph.D. degree in one of the natural sciences or
closely related areas and a demonstrated scholarly record in science
education are encouraged to apply.

We seek a person who will teach relevant courses in his/her professional
field of expertise and who is expected to develop an externally funded
research program in science education. Excellent communication skills
and a commitment to supervision of both undergraduate and graduate
research students are required. The successful candidate should display
the potential for outstanding teaching, scholarship and for working with
others across disciplinary boundaries. For tenure purposes, the person
will be housed in one of the academic departments located in the College
of Science and Technology.

Candidates who will conduct research within the broad K-16 educational
framework are preferred, although outstanding candidates whose focus is
on improved student learning and teaching effectiveness only at the
collegiate level will be considered. We expect all candidates to be
well grounded in teaching pedagogies, active learning, assessment
strategies and national imperatives in science education. Proposed
research collaborations with other faculty and/or with public school
districts are desirable.

The College of Science and Technology is looking to develop a
broad-based externally funded center in science education and the
successful candidate should be well situated to provide a leadership
role in its formation. It is expected that he/she will enhance the
public visibility of the role of the scientific education programs in
the college.

Established in 1892, Central Michigan University has an enrollment of
27,000 students, including approximately 20,000 students on the
university's main campus. Classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a
doctoral research university, CMU is recognized for strong undergraduate
education and a range of focused graduate and research programs. M.A.
degrees with specialties in science education are housed in several
departments and the college is also developing a M.S. or M.A.T. program
in integrated science. There is a doctoral program in Mathematics and
an additional doctoral program is being planned in the Science of
Advanced Materials. There are presently over 130 regular faculty
members located in eight departments (Biology, Chemistry, Computer
Science, Engineering and Technology, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and
Physics), in the College of Science and Technology at CMU.

Please send a letter of application, curriculum vita, transcripts, a
statement of teaching philosophy and a proposed research agenda along
with three letters of reference to:

Dr. Jane Matty, Associate Dean
College of Science and Technology
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant,MI 48859

Phone: 989-774-1870; fax: 989-774-1874; email: j.matty@cmich.edu;
website: www.cst.cmich.edu.

Review of applications will begin on December 21 and will continue until
the position is filled.

CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to maintain
diversity within its community (see http://www.cmich.edu/aaeo).

The College of Science and Technology is supportive of the needs of dual
career couples.

Two Visiting Assistant Professors at Gustavus Adolphus College

Gustavus Adolphus College solicits applications for two Visiting Assistant Professors of Physics for the 2008-09 academic year. The teaching duties for each position will consist of approximately 12 contact hours per week in lecture and laboratory courses at the introductory and upper level for various audiences. We seek candidates who have completed the Ph.D. in physics, although ABD will be considered. Candidates must have a record of successful physics teaching at the TA level or beyond, and be comfortable teaching with modern laboratory instructional equipment and software. Experience with a variety of teaching methods and/or curricular perspectives is also desirable. Due to a number of sabbatical and administrative leaves, the department anticipates continued vacancies for several more years, and successful candidates will be considered for continuation into subsequent years. These positions should be attractive to recent or imminent Ph.D. recipients who are considering a career at a liberal arts college or small university. This department considers the mentoring of new faculty to be an important part of visiting appointments, and has a successful record in this regard. Review of applications will begin in early February of 2008. To apply, send a letter of application, a complete resume, a summary of graduate course work, and request that three letters of reference be sent. At least one letter must be from a person who can supply an informed evaluation of the applicant's teaching experience. Send all materials by mail to: Dr. Steven Mellema, Chair, Physics Department, Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 W. College Ave., St. Peter, MN 56082-1498. See http://physics.gac.edu/position.htm. E-mailed applications will not be considered. Inquiries regarding the completeness of applicant files should be directed to Ms. Linda Hewitt at hewitt@gac.edu. It is the policy and practice of the College to provide equal educational and employment opportunities for all. We specifically encourage applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Fellowship at Institute for Advanced Studies in Graz - Austria

Dear Madam or Sir,
we would like to announce the

IAS-STS Fellowship Programme 2008-2009

The IAS-STS in Graz, Austria, promotes the interdisciplinary
investigation of the links and interactions between science,
technology and society as well as technology assessment
and research into the development and implementation of
socially and environmentally sound technologies.

The IAS-STS invites researchers to apply for a stay between
1 October 2008 and 30 June 2009 as

- Research Fellow (up to nine months) or as
- Visiting Scholar (shorter period, e.g. a month).

The IAS-STS offers excellent research infrastructure. Close
co-operation with researchers at the IFZ (Inter-University
Research Centre for Technology, Work and Culture;
see: www.ifz.tugraz.at), guest lectures, workshops and
conferences provide an atmosphere of creativity and
scholarly discussion.

Furthermore we can offer five grants (up to EUR 1,000 per
month) for long-term Research Fellows (up to nine months)
at the IAS-STS.

The Fellowship Programme 2008-2009 is dedicated to
projects investigating the following issues:

1. Gender - Technology - Environment
Women with their various interests, competencies and
potentials play an important part in the process of shaping
socially sound and environmentally friendly sustainable
technologies - as users and consumers or experts.
Applications should focus on research in the field of women
in traditionally male fields of engineering, on ways of
creating cultures of success for women engineers (students,
graduates), and on masculinity and the culture of engineering.

Applications must be submitted to the IAS-STS
by 31 December 2007.

For application forms and further information:
Please visit our website: www.sts.tugraz.at

Institute for Advanced Studies
on Science, Technology and Society (IAS-STS)
Attn. Guenter Getzinger
Kopernikusgasse 9
8010 Graz - Austria
E-mail: info@sts.tugraz.at