Texas Tech has an immediate need for two post doctoral researchers. They have been awarded a National Institutes of Health (NIH) Challenge Grant for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. The project is to rigorously assess the following:
1) The introduction of research-based laboratories and teaching pedagogies into the curriculum.
2) Teaching assistant training in the new pedagogies and the development and use of grading rubrics.
3) The integration of the lecture and lab, using the new research-based laboratories and pedagogies.
4) A completely laboratory-based, interactive engagement course taught to students in small sections.
The focus is the introductory algebra-based course, aimed at health science majors, but we will also be assessing our large calculus-based courses.
Immediately means immediately. They would take you tomorrow, if you could come tomorrow. (If you can come in January, don’t be put off by the word “immediately”.)
Beth Thacker has been active in PER for years at Texas Tech. A longer advertisement will appear soon, but for now email her at beth.thacker@ttu.edu if you're interested.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Director of the CSME at Univ. of Utah
The Colleges of Science and Education seek candidates for Director of the Center for Science and Mathematics and Education (CSME). Candidates should be established scientists or science educators with strong interests and backgrounds in the development and implementation of effective math and science education at the K-12 and undergraduate levels. The Director will have an academic appointment in a department in the College of Science, with a full-time assignment to the Center. The Director's main responsibility is to initiate and sustain Center programs that advance the practice of science education in Utah and enhance the recruitment, retention and training of outstanding and diverse science students and future science teachers.
For more information on the Center, a full description of the position, and guidance on how to apply or nominate a potential applicant, please visit www.csme.utah.edu. The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
For more information on the Center, a full description of the position, and guidance on how to apply or nominate a potential applicant, please visit www.csme.utah.edu. The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
TT at Coastal Carolina Univ.
The Department of Chemistry and Physics (http://www.coastal.edu/physics/) at Coastal Carolina University (CCU) invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2010.
We are seeking a proficient teacher/scholar who is committed to employing PER-based teaching techniques in lower-level physics classes, can effectively teach upper division physics classes, and possesses research skills that complement our program emphases in environmental physics/engineering and applied physics (e.g. atmospheric physics, applied fluid dynamics, planetary astronomy, space physics) or can contribute to supporting our growing dual engineering degree program. Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Physics or closely related fields.
Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution. Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. It has an enrollment of 8,400 students and is expected to have continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is a part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founders, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research goals and the contact information for at least three professional references, electronically at http://jobs.coastal.edu. One reference must be able to address the applicant's teaching ability. Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Teresa Burns (tburns@coastal.edu).
Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
We are seeking a proficient teacher/scholar who is committed to employing PER-based teaching techniques in lower-level physics classes, can effectively teach upper division physics classes, and possesses research skills that complement our program emphases in environmental physics/engineering and applied physics (e.g. atmospheric physics, applied fluid dynamics, planetary astronomy, space physics) or can contribute to supporting our growing dual engineering degree program. Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Physics or closely related fields.
Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution. Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. It has an enrollment of 8,400 students and is expected to have continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is a part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founders, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research goals and the contact information for at least three professional references, electronically at http://jobs.coastal.edu. One reference must be able to address the applicant's teaching ability. Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Teresa Burns (tburns@coastal.edu).
Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Director, Center for Science and Mathematics Education at San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University has created a Center for Science and Mathematics Education to recruit and support new science and mathematics teachers, foster educational research, and develop a K-18+ community of educators. We invite applications from visionary individuals for the position of Director.
The Director of the Center will manage the day-to-day operations of the Center, including budget administration and staff supervision; coordinate and supervise the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Center activities; cultivate relationships among Center participants, partners and stakeholders; work to secure external funding to supplement the Center’s budget; collaborate with the faculty to accomplish the Center’s goals; and provide innovative leadership to advance the work of the Center.
Candidates should have a PhD in math, science, or math or science education, and a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible administrative experience with educational programs, including experience working with K-12 education systems. In addition, candidates should have excellent organizational, supervisory, leadership, management, and interpersonal skills; effective oral and written communication skills; and good computer skills.
Other desirable qualifications include experience in teaching, writing proposals, publishing, developing curricula, assessing programs, administering budgets, and working with diverse groups of people.
The position is a full-time, non-faculty, management position. The Director will report to the Dean of the College of Science & Engineering. Salary will be commensurate with experience and includes excellent health and retirement benefits.
Applicants should send a cover letter, detailed resume, a letter of intent detailing your goals and aspirations for the position, and contact information for a minimum of three references to: CSME Director Search Committee, College of Science & Engineering, San Francisco State University, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132.
Review of applications will begin on 2 November 2009. The position will remain open until filled; the starting date is flexible.
San Francisco State University (http://www.sfsu.edu), a campus of the California State University system, is located in San Francisco and serves a diverse student body of 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students. SFSU is an Equal Opportunity/American with Disabilities Act employer and has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity. More information about the Center for Science and Mathematics Education is available at http://csme.sfsu.edu.
For further information, contact Sheldon Axler, Dean of the College of Science & Enginneering, at axler@sfsu.edu or 415-338-1571.
The Director of the Center will manage the day-to-day operations of the Center, including budget administration and staff supervision; coordinate and supervise the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Center activities; cultivate relationships among Center participants, partners and stakeholders; work to secure external funding to supplement the Center’s budget; collaborate with the faculty to accomplish the Center’s goals; and provide innovative leadership to advance the work of the Center.
Candidates should have a PhD in math, science, or math or science education, and a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible administrative experience with educational programs, including experience working with K-12 education systems. In addition, candidates should have excellent organizational, supervisory, leadership, management, and interpersonal skills; effective oral and written communication skills; and good computer skills.
Other desirable qualifications include experience in teaching, writing proposals, publishing, developing curricula, assessing programs, administering budgets, and working with diverse groups of people.
The position is a full-time, non-faculty, management position. The Director will report to the Dean of the College of Science & Engineering. Salary will be commensurate with experience and includes excellent health and retirement benefits.
Applicants should send a cover letter, detailed resume, a letter of intent detailing your goals and aspirations for the position, and contact information for a minimum of three references to: CSME Director Search Committee, College of Science & Engineering, San Francisco State University, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132.
Review of applications will begin on 2 November 2009. The position will remain open until filled; the starting date is flexible.
San Francisco State University (http://www.sfsu.edu), a campus of the California State University system, is located in San Francisco and serves a diverse student body of 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students. SFSU is an Equal Opportunity/American with Disabilities Act employer and has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity. More information about the Center for Science and Mathematics Education is available at http://csme.sfsu.edu.
For further information, contact Sheldon Axler, Dean of the College of Science & Enginneering, at axler@sfsu.edu or 415-338-1571.
TT at UW-Madison
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Science Education. We seek a colleague who will conduct research of nationally recognized quality and contribute to the teaching and service missions of the university.
The complete position specifications can be found at:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_062800.html
The deadline for receipt of applications is January 8, 2010. Applications should include: (1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) at least three letters of reference sent directly to the Search Committee contact person; (4) samples of scholarly writing; and (5) for recent doctoral students, a sample of the doctoral dissertation. Queries should be directed to Professor Jim Stewart (jhstewar@wisc.edu / 608-263-4638). Applications should be sent to:
Bernice Powers
Dept. of Curriculum and Instruction
University of Wisconsin-Madison
225 N. Mills St.
Madison, WI 53706
Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
The complete position specifications can be found at:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_062800.html
The deadline for receipt of applications is January 8, 2010. Applications should include: (1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) at least three letters of reference sent directly to the Search Committee contact person; (4) samples of scholarly writing; and (5) for recent doctoral students, a sample of the doctoral dissertation. Queries should be directed to Professor Jim Stewart (jhstewar@wisc.edu / 608-263-4638). Applications should be sent to:
Bernice Powers
Dept. of Curriculum and Instruction
University of Wisconsin-Madison
225 N. Mills St.
Madison, WI 53706
Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Post Doctoral Scholar Position at Berkeley
Post Doctoral Scholar
University of California, Berkeley
Visualizing to Integrate Science Understanding for All Learners
(VISUAL) NSF Funded Project
We seek a postdoctoral scholar to join the Visualizing to Integrate Science Understanding for All Learners (VISUAL) project in science and technology education. See VISUAL project abstract below. The postdoctoral scholar will work with a multidisciplinary collaboration funded by the National Science Foundation to explore technology-enhanced science learning [See CLEAR and LOOPS abstracts below]. Participants will work with leaders in education, technology, and the science disciplines. The postdoctoral scholar will conduct a research program in a supportive, exciting environment. This project is part of the Technology Enhanced Learning in Science (TELS) Community and includes leaders at the University of California, Berkeley (Marcia C. Linn), Concord Consortium (Robert Tinker, Chad Dorsey, Kimberle Koille), ETS (Lydia Liu), Tufts (Hee Sun Lee), the Technion (Yael Kali), Vanderbilt (Doug Clark), and the University of Toronto (Jim Slotta).
The postdoctoral scholar will join a team dedicated to exploring how curriculum and assessment using dynamic, interactive scientific visualizations of complex phenomena can ensure that all students learn significant science content. Dynamic visualizations provide an alternative pathway for students to understand science concepts. This pathway can be exploited to increase the accessibility of a range of important science concepts, particularly ones that involve cause-and-effect and emergent phenomena. Computer technologies offer unprecedented opportunities to design curriculum and assessments using visual technologies and to conduct detailed investigations.
The scholar will conduct a research program, collaborate on the design of new technologies, author instructional materials, collaborate with local schools, and design assessments with input from leaders in the field. The scholar will have the opportunity to learn about advances on all fronts of technology and education and to contribute to all aspects of the work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should have a background in the natural sciences, engineering, mathematics, or computer science and a Ph. D. in education, psychology, mathematics, natural science, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline. Candidates should have research experience relevant to the learning sciences. Experience in the design, implementation, and analysis of science curricula and assessments is an asset. Applicants should demonstrate ability to work on a team, skill in collaborating with practitioners, interest in working in partnerships to develop innovations, and ability to succeed in a school setting.
We seek a candidate who can start in early 2010. The start date is negotiable. The position is for one year with possible renewal for a second year.
TO APPLY
Send CV, statement of purpose, one or more academic papers, and a list of people we might contact for letters of recommendation by November 1, 2009. Send to:
Darah Vickery Savitt: dvs@berkeley.edu
Or mail materials to:
Darah Vickery Savitt
University of California at Berkeley
Graduate School of Education,
Tolman Hall
Berkeley, California 94720-1670
The University of California is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action employer.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
TT at Whitworth
Founded in 1890, Whitworth has been consistently ranked among the top regional colleges and universities in the West. In its strong liberal arts undergraduate education and graduate programs, Whitworth combines the Christian heritage of the University, its commitment to academic rigor and its long-standing orientation toward human service. A community of Christian scholars carries out the University's mission "to provide its diverse student body an education of the mind and heart." Whitworth is located in Spokane, Washington.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear commitment to Whitworth's mission, strong teaching skills, an emerging record of publications, and a commitment to institutional service. Teaching responsibilities for this position span the entire physics curriculum, from courses for non-science majors, to introductory physics courses for majors, to upper-division courses in various areas of physics.
The typical teaching load is two courses and two associated laboratories per semester, and a January term course. This position comes with a generous starting package to start a student-faculty research program. Candidates should demonstrate the initiative necessary to leverage this to receive external funding. Participation in departmental activities, academic advising, faculty assemblies, development days, retreats, committees and other forms of faculty governance is expected.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:
Ph.D. or ABD by July 2010 in Physics or a related discipline, such as Astronomy, Applied Physics or a relevant branch of engineering; Demonstrated potential for effective college-level teaching; A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning; The ability and desire to establish a positive relationship with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation or religious belief; A commitment to equal opportunity for all persons; A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal-arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Background check required.
Application review will begin on October 1, 2009. The position remains open and applications will be reviewed until filled. Please visit our website at http://www.whitworth.edu/jobs for a link to the position announcement and information on Whitworth's faculty application process. With our commitment to building a diverse community, we encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, and members of under-represented ethnic groups.
Whitworth University does not discriminate in its educational programs on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin or physical disability.
JoAnn Fox, Assistant Director, Human Resource Services
Whitworth University
509.777.4413
jobs@whitworth.edu
The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear commitment to Whitworth's mission, strong teaching skills, an emerging record of publications, and a commitment to institutional service. Teaching responsibilities for this position span the entire physics curriculum, from courses for non-science majors, to introductory physics courses for majors, to upper-division courses in various areas of physics.
The typical teaching load is two courses and two associated laboratories per semester, and a January term course. This position comes with a generous starting package to start a student-faculty research program. Candidates should demonstrate the initiative necessary to leverage this to receive external funding. Participation in departmental activities, academic advising, faculty assemblies, development days, retreats, committees and other forms of faculty governance is expected.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:
Ph.D. or ABD by July 2010 in Physics or a related discipline, such as Astronomy, Applied Physics or a relevant branch of engineering; Demonstrated potential for effective college-level teaching; A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning; The ability and desire to establish a positive relationship with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation or religious belief; A commitment to equal opportunity for all persons; A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal-arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Background check required.
Application review will begin on October 1, 2009. The position remains open and applications will be reviewed until filled. Please visit our website at http://www.whitworth.edu/jobs for a link to the position announcement and information on Whitworth's faculty application process. With our commitment to building a diverse community, we encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, and members of under-represented ethnic groups.
Whitworth University does not discriminate in its educational programs on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin or physical disability.
JoAnn Fox, Assistant Director, Human Resource Services
Whitworth University
509.777.4413
jobs@whitworth.edu
Thursday, September 17, 2009
TT at Wilkes Honor College (Florida Atlantic Univ.)
The Wilkes Honors College of Florida Atlantic University seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics position to begin in Fall 2010.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and some labs in physics, maintain an active research program, direct honors theses, and may participate in interdisciplinary teaching and possibly collaborate with members of the Scripps Research Institute or the Max Planck Institute’s new Florida branch, both located on our campus.
The Honors College is a highly selective liberal arts college within a state university (see http://www.honorscollege.edu). We offer a four-year honors curriculum centered on the traditional disciplines in the liberal arts and sciences, with an emphasis on critical thinking and cross-disciplinary programs.
A Ph.D. in physics is required. Applicants must complete the online Application Form and submit online a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a teaching statement that includes a description of potential research projects for undergraduate students, at http://jobs.fau.edu (Position #991830). Mail three letters of recommendation and copies of transcripts to Chair, Physics Search, Wilkes Honors College, 5353 Parkside Dr., Jupiter, FL 33458. Applications must be received by December 21, 2009 to ensure their consideration.
Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. A background check will be required for the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and some labs in physics, maintain an active research program, direct honors theses, and may participate in interdisciplinary teaching and possibly collaborate with members of the Scripps Research Institute or the Max Planck Institute’s new Florida branch, both located on our campus.
The Honors College is a highly selective liberal arts college within a state university (see http://www.honorscollege.edu). We offer a four-year honors curriculum centered on the traditional disciplines in the liberal arts and sciences, with an emphasis on critical thinking and cross-disciplinary programs.
A Ph.D. in physics is required. Applicants must complete the online Application Form and submit online a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a teaching statement that includes a description of potential research projects for undergraduate students, at http://jobs.fau.edu (Position #991830). Mail three letters of recommendation and copies of transcripts to Chair, Physics Search, Wilkes Honors College, 5353 Parkside Dr., Jupiter, FL 33458. Applications must be received by December 21, 2009 to ensure their consideration.
Florida Atlantic University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. A background check will be required for the successful candidate.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
TT at Missouri State Univ.
The Department of Physics, Astronomy and Materials Science at Missouri State University seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in astronomy. A Ph.D. in astronomy or a closely-related field is required. We seek an astronomer with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and research projects.
Duties will include teaching undergraduate astronomy courses; beginning or maintaining a research program which can involve undergraduate students and make use of our local observatory with 0.4- and 0.36-m telescopes including CCD systems; and appropriate service.
Apply online at http://www.missouristate.edu/academicopenings with curriculum vitae, cover letter, teaching and research statements, and names of three references. For more information about the Department, visit http://physics.missouristate.edu/ or http://physics.missouristate.edu/Astronomy.htm.
E-mail inquiries can be made to MikeReed@MissouriState.edu.
Missouri State University is located in Springfield, Missouri. Review of applications will begin October 15, and continue until December 15, or until the position is filled. Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Missouri State University is an EO/AA Employer.
Duties will include teaching undergraduate astronomy courses; beginning or maintaining a research program which can involve undergraduate students and make use of our local observatory with 0.4- and 0.36-m telescopes including CCD systems; and appropriate service.
Apply online at http://www.missouristate.edu/academicopenings with curriculum vitae, cover letter, teaching and research statements, and names of three references. For more information about the Department, visit http://physics.missouristate.edu/ or http://physics.missouristate.edu/Astronomy.htm.
E-mail inquiries can be made to MikeReed@MissouriState.edu.
Missouri State University is located in Springfield, Missouri. Review of applications will begin October 15, and continue until December 15, or until the position is filled. Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Missouri State University is an EO/AA Employer.
TT at Franklin & Marshall College
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Franklin & Marshall College invites applications from experimental physicists for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2010. Experience teaching physics, Ph.D. in hand or near completion, and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and involving students in research are required. Preference will be given to candidates with research areas in Atomic, Molecular, or Optical physics.
Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, a tentative research budget, teaching evaluation forms (if available), and copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts to Dr. Linda S. Fritz, Franklin & Marshall College, PO Box 3003, Lancaster, PA 17604 (linda.fritz@fandm.edu). Arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to Dr. Fritz. For full consideration applications should be complete by December 15, 2009.
Franklin & Marshall College is a highly selective liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to cultural pluralism. EOE
Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements, a tentative research budget, teaching evaluation forms (if available), and copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts to Dr. Linda S. Fritz, Franklin & Marshall College, PO Box 3003, Lancaster, PA 17604 (linda.fritz@fandm.edu). Arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to Dr. Fritz. For full consideration applications should be complete by December 15, 2009.
Franklin & Marshall College is a highly selective liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to cultural pluralism. EOE
Two TT at Univ. of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
Position: Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
(2 positions, start date August 2010)
Position Description: Candidates must have a primary interest and skill in teaching all levels of undergraduate physics and introductory astronomy. The successful candidate will involve students in substantial undergraduate research activities, with preference given to either condensed matter physics or atomic, molecular and optical physics. Ph.D. in physics or closely related area is required. Teaching experience is desirable. The successful candidate will also be expected to serve the Department and the University through student advising, participation in shared governance, and outreach. The University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is building a diverse community and encourages applications from members of under-represented groups.
Department/University Description: The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point enrolls over 8000 students, predominantly in undergraduate programs within colleges of letters and science, natural resources, professional studies, and fine arts/communication. The well-landscaped campus, located 100 miles north of Madison, is embraced by a 200 acre nature preserve. The Department of Physics and Astronomy provides service courses for many different academic programs across campus. In addition, about 50 physics majors are engaged in coursework and directed research with 9 full-time faculty members. Approximately half of our physics majors continue graduate study in physics, astronomy, or engineering while one-third of our majors accept industrial positions directly upon graduation. Most of the remaining students pursue careers in secondary education.
Application Procedure: Provide letter of application, curriculum vitae, photocopies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to the time of hire), a statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement of research plans including startup costs. Also, arrange for three current letters of reference to be sent to:
Dr. Katherine Jore, Chair
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Deadline: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009.
Position Description: Candidates must have a primary interest and skill in teaching all levels of undergraduate physics and introductory astronomy. The successful candidate will involve students in substantial undergraduate research activities, with preference given to either condensed matter physics or atomic, molecular and optical physics. Ph.D. in physics or closely related area is required. Teaching experience is desirable. The successful candidate will also be expected to serve the Department and the University through student advising, participation in shared governance, and outreach. The University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is building a diverse community and encourages applications from members of under-represented groups.
Department/University Description: The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point enrolls over 8000 students, predominantly in undergraduate programs within colleges of letters and science, natural resources, professional studies, and fine arts/communication. The well-landscaped campus, located 100 miles north of Madison, is embraced by a 200 acre nature preserve. The Department of Physics and Astronomy provides service courses for many different academic programs across campus. In addition, about 50 physics majors are engaged in coursework and directed research with 9 full-time faculty members. Approximately half of our physics majors continue graduate study in physics, astronomy, or engineering while one-third of our majors accept industrial positions directly upon graduation. Most of the remaining students pursue careers in secondary education.
Application Procedure: Provide letter of application, curriculum vitae, photocopies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to the time of hire), a statement of teaching philosophy, and a statement of research plans including startup costs. Also, arrange for three current letters of reference to be sent to:
Dr. Katherine Jore, Chair
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Deadline: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009.
Monday, September 14, 2009
TT at Harvey Mudd College
The Department of Physics of Harvey Mudd College, one of the Claremont Colleges, has an opening for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level, beginning September 2010. In exceptional circumstances a more senior appointment may be considered.
The department (http://www.physics.hmc.edu) has twelve full-time members; we graduate approximately twenty physics majors each year. We seek an experimental physicist with broad intellectual interests who can excel at teaching outstanding undergraduates. The successful candidate must be able to involve undergraduates in an active research program. Current areas of research in the department include atomic physics, theoretical astrophysics and observational astronomy, biophysics, energy and the environment, geophysics, quantum and nonlinear optics, condensed matter physics, and experimental and theoretical particle physics, including string theory. We are interested in a candidate who can either complement one of our existing areas of research or establish a new research area.
For full consideration, applications should be received by December 10, 2009, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. On-campus interviews will include both teaching an upper-division physics class and presenting a research colloquium. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and interests, a statement of research interests that describes how undergraduates could be involved in this research, and the names and addresses (including email) of three references to Professor John S. Townsend, Chair, Department of Physics, Harvey Mudd College, 301 Platt Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711.
Harvey Mudd College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the recruitment of candidates historically underrepresented on college faculties. Experience with or demonstrated ability to effectively teach students from diverse backgrounds will be considered among the criteria for appointment.
The department (http://www.physics.hmc.edu) has twelve full-time members; we graduate approximately twenty physics majors each year. We seek an experimental physicist with broad intellectual interests who can excel at teaching outstanding undergraduates. The successful candidate must be able to involve undergraduates in an active research program. Current areas of research in the department include atomic physics, theoretical astrophysics and observational astronomy, biophysics, energy and the environment, geophysics, quantum and nonlinear optics, condensed matter physics, and experimental and theoretical particle physics, including string theory. We are interested in a candidate who can either complement one of our existing areas of research or establish a new research area.
For full consideration, applications should be received by December 10, 2009, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. On-campus interviews will include both teaching an upper-division physics class and presenting a research colloquium. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and interests, a statement of research interests that describes how undergraduates could be involved in this research, and the names and addresses (including email) of three references to Professor John S. Townsend, Chair, Department of Physics, Harvey Mudd College, 301 Platt Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711.
Harvey Mudd College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the recruitment of candidates historically underrepresented on college faculties. Experience with or demonstrated ability to effectively teach students from diverse backgrounds will be considered among the criteria for appointment.
Tenured at Old Dominion Univ.
The Department of Physics at Old Dominion University invites applications for a faculty position in physics, with a research concentration in geophysics, at the rank of associate professor. The successful candidate would also be appointed as the Director of the Pretlow Planetarium, which includes responsibility for teaching the introductory astronomy courses and delivering Planetarium-based presentations to University, civic and school groups throughout the year. We expect to hire at the level of associate professor, although more senior appointments may be considered under exceptional circumstances. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or a related field. The successful candidate will have a strong record of funded research in geophysics as well as in earth and planetary sciences. The candidate must also have demonstrated ability to teach large enrollment classes, including courses for non-majors, and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Additional experience with pedagogical research is preferred. Information about the department may be found at: http://www.physics.odu.edu.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and a description of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and contact information for three references, to Pretlow Planetarium Search Committee, Physics Department, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, 23529. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
[Ed. note: given that they are searching for someone at the associate level, we are labeling this position as "tenured", but please contact the department for more info.]
Applicants should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and a description of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and contact information for three references, to Pretlow Planetarium Search Committee, Physics Department, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, 23529. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
[Ed. note: given that they are searching for someone at the associate level, we are labeling this position as "tenured", but please contact the department for more info.]
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Instructor at East Stroudsburg Univ.
East Stroudsburg University invites applications for a full-time, temporary position to teach courses in algebra and calculus-based introductory physics and also to direct introductory physics laboratories in the spring beginning January 2010 (12 hours teaching load per semester). The Department of Physics at East Stroudsburg University offers a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Physics and also serves as the host department for several 3:2 pre-engineering programs. As part of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
Required Qualifications:
A strong scientific background is required. A master's degree in physics or closely related area is required. Candidate should demonstrate the potential for high quality teaching and assessment. Final selection will be based on excellence in scholastic achievement and a review of the candidate's curriculum vitae, and may include an interview involving a teaching demonstration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Physics or other appropriate terminal degree. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidate should demonstrate the potential for high quality teaching and assessment. Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated ability to work with colleagues as an enthusiastic and supportive partner in department initiatives as well as with student populations reflective of the diversity and background of ESU students.
The University encourages applications from members of historically under-represented groups, including women, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and is an AA/EEO employer. East Stroudsburg University is interested in hiring employees who have extensive experience with diverse populations. To learn more about diversity at ESU and in our community, visit our website at www.esu.edu/diversity.
Link to online app. form: http://www.esucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind-50823
Required Qualifications:
A strong scientific background is required. A master's degree in physics or closely related area is required. Candidate should demonstrate the potential for high quality teaching and assessment. Final selection will be based on excellence in scholastic achievement and a review of the candidate's curriculum vitae, and may include an interview involving a teaching demonstration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Physics or other appropriate terminal degree. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidate should demonstrate the potential for high quality teaching and assessment. Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated ability to work with colleagues as an enthusiastic and supportive partner in department initiatives as well as with student populations reflective of the diversity and background of ESU students.
The University encourages applications from members of historically under-represented groups, including women, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and is an AA/EEO employer. East Stroudsburg University is interested in hiring employees who have extensive experience with diverse populations. To learn more about diversity at ESU and in our community, visit our website at www.esu.edu/diversity.
Link to online app. form: http://www.esucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind-50823
TT at Westminster College
Westminster College seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physics; position begins August 2010.
Candidates must have a strong interest in all levels of undergraduate physics, can direct the physics program and establish an independent research program involving Westminster’s undergraduate students. An earned doctorate in physics or allied field is required. Successful candidate will also be expected to teach in the Westminster Seminar Program. The Physics department is housed in a new, state-of-the-art Coulter Science Center. For details log onto: http://www.westminster-mo.edu/go/jobs.
Submit cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, research plan, CV, transcripts of graduate work, and list of at least three references to: Dr. Christopher Saunders, Chair, Physics Search Committee, Westminster College, 501 Westminster Ave., Fulton, MO 65251-1299. Review of applications will begin October 21, and continues until the position is filled or the search is closed. EOE.
Candidates must have a strong interest in all levels of undergraduate physics, can direct the physics program and establish an independent research program involving Westminster’s undergraduate students. An earned doctorate in physics or allied field is required. Successful candidate will also be expected to teach in the Westminster Seminar Program. The Physics department is housed in a new, state-of-the-art Coulter Science Center. For details log onto: http://www.westminster-mo.edu/go/jobs.
Submit cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, research plan, CV, transcripts of graduate work, and list of at least three references to: Dr. Christopher Saunders, Chair, Physics Search Committee, Westminster College, 501 Westminster Ave., Fulton, MO 65251-1299. Review of applications will begin October 21, and continues until the position is filled or the search is closed. EOE.
TT at Monmouth College
Full-time, tenure-track position in the Physics Department beginning in August 2010. Rank open. Experimentalist/strong interdisciplinary preferred, sub-discipline open. Ph.D. by time of arrival required.
The successful candidate will be committed to undergraduate teaching excellence, scholarly activity, and Monmouth’s liberal arts mission, including participation in Monmouth’s Integrated Studies program. Normal teaching load is 21-24 semester hours per year.
Review of applications will begin October 31, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, including a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, a plan for scholarly activity, the names and contact information of three references, and copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts to: Christopher Fasano, Chair, Physics Search Committee, Monmouth College, 700 East Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462 by e-mail to facultysearch@monm.edu.
Monmouth College, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and minority candidates.
The successful candidate will be committed to undergraduate teaching excellence, scholarly activity, and Monmouth’s liberal arts mission, including participation in Monmouth’s Integrated Studies program. Normal teaching load is 21-24 semester hours per year.
Review of applications will begin October 31, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, including a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, a plan for scholarly activity, the names and contact information of three references, and copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts to: Christopher Fasano, Chair, Physics Search Committee, Monmouth College, 700 East Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462 by e-mail to facultysearch@monm.edu.
Monmouth College, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and minority candidates.
TT at Loyola Univ. New Orleans
The Physics Department at Loyola University New Orleans has an opening for one, possibly two, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning Fall 2010. A Ph.D. degree in physics or a related field is required. We are searching for a physicist who can build a strong research program involving undergraduate students. The candidate must have excellent teaching and communication skills.
Please send electronic copies of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and a statement of your research interests, along with the names and addresses of three references familiar with your work to: Faculty Search Committee at physics@loyno.edu. The application deadline is November 15th. Please check the departmental web page: chn.loyno.edu/physics for more information.
Loyola University New Orleans is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
Please send electronic copies of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and a statement of your research interests, along with the names and addresses of three references familiar with your work to: Faculty Search Committee at physics@loyno.edu. The application deadline is November 15th. Please check the departmental web page: chn.loyno.edu/physics for more information.
Loyola University New Orleans is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Visiting and Postdoc at USAFA
Center for Physics Education Research
Department of Physics, U.S. Air Force Academy, CO
The United States Air Force Academy Center for Physics Education
Research (CPER) is looking for two education scholars to fill a
Distinguished Visiting Professor and a Post-Doctoral position.
The Center for Physics Education Research (CPER) was founded in 1994 to
build a USAFA center of gravity providing impetus, opportunities, and
tools for physics faculty nationwide as well as engage in and apply
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning-like (SoTL) research activities
within the Department of Physics. The CPER is a nationally recognized
program that maintains extensive ties and collaborations with similar
research programs nationwide.
The primary goals of the CPER are to:
1. Engage in research initiatives that quantify gains in student
understanding and appreciation of physics
2. Develop and share tools for enhancing teaching and student
learning in physics
3. Maintain a connection between course and curriculum development
(content, assessment methods, pedagogical approach) and physics
education research. CPER is actively and intimately involved with
several national level efforts to engage in collaborative education
research and bring the research results into the classrooms, both
nationally and USAFA, as soon as warranted by the assessment results.
The positions advertised will support the development of pedagogical
techniques and supporting tools for the Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT)
initiative, the signature CPER effort. This effort includes the
extension of JiTT to develop student self explanations under a Worked
Example model of instruction. Additional support efforts include
development of robust assessment techniques and tutorials (to include
computer simulations) for both beginning and intermediate physics
students.
The two positions, with starting dates either January 2010 or July 2010
are described below.
1. Distinguished Visiting Professor
This position requires that the candidate:
● is currently an active full-time members at a higher education
institute (college, university)
● has an established a record of excellence in
teaching/scholarship
● holds the rank of professor at the current facility
● can be temporarily absent from home institute
● will return to home institute duties ore equivalent duties upon
completion of USAFA assignment
The salary will be paid by the home institute (USAFA reimburses the
home institute)
The objectives for a USAFA DVP position are:
● to enrich/expose USAFA faculty to the member’s institute of
higher education
● to provide channels of communications to other institutes
● to increase/enhance awareness of USAFA toward other institutes
The United States Air Force may pay for moving expenses to and from
USAFA depending on the assignment contract. The candidate may qualify
for on-base house depending on availability (at a rental price).
Depending on the manning situation in the department the DVP visitor
may be assigned to teach one or two sections of a physics course. This
position is renewable for an additional year.
2. Post-doctoral position requires the candidate to
This position requires that the candidate:
● have a Ph.D. in physics, physics education or education
● have an established a record of scholarship in physics
education
No teaching duties are associated with the post doctoral position.
This position has the possibility of being renewable for a second year.
If interested, please send a resume to:
Robert Lee, Maj, USAF
Director of Center for Physics Education Research
Associate Professor of Physics
United States Air Force Academy
Mailing address:
USAF Academy
Dept. of Physics
2354 Fairchild Dr. STE 2A31
USAF Academy CO 80840-6299
For electronic submission:
Robert.Lee3@usafa.edu
Phone: (719) 333-3411
Lab Tech at University of Pittsburgh
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh
has an open staff position for a Developer/Demonstrator in the teaching
labs. The successful applicant will be required to construct, install,
maintain and develop physics experiments for courses in optics
electronics, and modern physics. Most of the experiments are single
setups involving a mixture of commerical and locally developed
apparatus. Working with faculty to develop experiments and working with
students to understand them is important. The job requires a BS degree
in Physics or a related discipline. Details can be found at the web
site. Applications must be submitted through the web site:
https://www.pittsource.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1252098267289
has an open staff position for a Developer/Demonstrator in the teaching
labs. The successful applicant will be required to construct, install,
maintain and develop physics experiments for courses in optics
electronics, and modern physics. Most of the experiments are single
setups involving a mixture of commerical and locally developed
apparatus. Working with faculty to develop experiments and working with
students to understand them is important. The job requires a BS degree
in Physics or a related discipline. Details can be found at the web
site. Applications must be submitted through the web site:
https://www.pittsource.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1252098267289
Monday, September 7, 2009
TT at Reed College
Reed College invites application for a tenure-track position in physics, at the assistant professor level, to begin August, 2010, subject to final administrative approval.
Appointment is open to strong candidates of any research focus. Our main selection criterion will be the promise of outstanding teaching. The appointment entails classroom and laboratory instruction of bright and highly motivated undergraduates as well as close supervision of senior thesis students. Applicants should be in a position to teach any of the required courses in the Reed physics major curriculum. An active research program accessible to advanced undergraduates is essential. PhD required, postdoctoral and teaching experience desirable.
Reed is a liberal arts college with 1200 students and a long tradition of academic excellence. Every senior writes a year-long thesis based on intensive research under the supervision of a professor. The Department of Physics consists of six regular faculty members in a broad range of fields. We typically graduate 15-20 physics majors per year. For further information about the Reed Department of Physics, see our web page (http://academic.reed.edu/physics/).
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a description of research plans (including proposed senior thesis projects), a statement of teaching experience and plans, and three letters of recommendations to Chair, Physics Search Committee c/o Jo Cannon, Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202. No electronic applications are accepted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but they should be received by November 15, 2009 to guarantee full consideration. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Reed values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.
[Ed. note: Reed is home to Prof. David Griffiths, author of the ubiquitous (and useful!) undergraduate texts.]
Appointment is open to strong candidates of any research focus. Our main selection criterion will be the promise of outstanding teaching. The appointment entails classroom and laboratory instruction of bright and highly motivated undergraduates as well as close supervision of senior thesis students. Applicants should be in a position to teach any of the required courses in the Reed physics major curriculum. An active research program accessible to advanced undergraduates is essential. PhD required, postdoctoral and teaching experience desirable.
Reed is a liberal arts college with 1200 students and a long tradition of academic excellence. Every senior writes a year-long thesis based on intensive research under the supervision of a professor. The Department of Physics consists of six regular faculty members in a broad range of fields. We typically graduate 15-20 physics majors per year. For further information about the Reed Department of Physics, see our web page (http://academic.reed.edu/physics/).
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a description of research plans (including proposed senior thesis projects), a statement of teaching experience and plans, and three letters of recommendations to Chair, Physics Search Committee c/o Jo Cannon, Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202. No electronic applications are accepted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but they should be received by November 15, 2009 to guarantee full consideration. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Reed values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.
[Ed. note: Reed is home to Prof. David Griffiths, author of the ubiquitous (and useful!) undergraduate texts.]
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Two TT at Denison
The Denison University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for 2 tenure track assistant professor positions preferably starting Fall, 2010, although a later start may be considered under exceptional circumstances. Ph.D. required. We are seeking candidates vitally interested in teaching physics at both the beginning and advanced levels including laboratory-based courses. The successful applicant is expected to carry out active research with the involvement of undergraduates. Substantial start-up funds for research will be available, and Denison supports generous professional and family leave programs.
Denison University is a highly-selective liberal arts college of 2100 students, located in Granville, Ohio, 30 minutes from Columbus. The department consists of seven faculty, a technical assistant, and an academic administrative assistant. Facilities include excellent equipment for both teaching and research, first class on-site experimental labs, a link to the Ohio Supercomputer, an observatory, a planetarium, and a well-equipped machine shop. Additional information may be obtained from our web site at http://www.denison.edu/physics/.
Applicants should submit vita, graduate school transcripts, a description of teaching interests and experience, a proposed research plan including the means for involving undergraduates, and three (3) letters of reference online at https://employment.denison.edu. Applications received by October 15, 2009 will receive full consideration; applications may be accepted until the position is filled. Denison's commitment to foster a diverse community is central to our liberal arts mission, therefore candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
[Ed. Note: Kathy Harper is a PER person at Denison]
Denison University is a highly-selective liberal arts college of 2100 students, located in Granville, Ohio, 30 minutes from Columbus. The department consists of seven faculty, a technical assistant, and an academic administrative assistant. Facilities include excellent equipment for both teaching and research, first class on-site experimental labs, a link to the Ohio Supercomputer, an observatory, a planetarium, and a well-equipped machine shop. Additional information may be obtained from our web site at http://www.denison.edu/physics/.
Applicants should submit vita, graduate school transcripts, a description of teaching interests and experience, a proposed research plan including the means for involving undergraduates, and three (3) letters of reference online at https://employment.denison.edu. Applications received by October 15, 2009 will receive full consideration; applications may be accepted until the position is filled. Denison's commitment to foster a diverse community is central to our liberal arts mission, therefore candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
[Ed. Note: Kathy Harper is a PER person at Denison]
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
TT at Columbia College Chicago
The Department of Science and Mathematics in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Columbia College Chicago seeks to fill a tenure-track position in Physics.
The department offers a broad science and mathematics curriculum and fosters the integration of science and mathematics with other disciplines. Candidates must provide evidence of experience and/or interest in teaching physics to student non-majors. Candidates must also have experience with an undergraduate physics laboratory setting and the use of classroom demonstrations. In addition to a strong record of teaching, candidates should demonstrate evidence of scholarly activity and professional development. Faculty members are also expected to participate in school and college service. A Ph.D. in Physics is required. The start date for the position is August 16, 2010.
Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, deaf, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions.
To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by December 10, 2009. No phone calls, please. Complete applications will include a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and the contact information of three references. Position is contingent on funding. Materials may be submitted electronically (as Word or PDF documents) to: Physics1178@colum.edu
The department offers a broad science and mathematics curriculum and fosters the integration of science and mathematics with other disciplines. Candidates must provide evidence of experience and/or interest in teaching physics to student non-majors. Candidates must also have experience with an undergraduate physics laboratory setting and the use of classroom demonstrations. In addition to a strong record of teaching, candidates should demonstrate evidence of scholarly activity and professional development. Faculty members are also expected to participate in school and college service. A Ph.D. in Physics is required. The start date for the position is August 16, 2010.
Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students, emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, deaf, GLBT, disabled, international and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions.
To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by December 10, 2009. No phone calls, please. Complete applications will include a letter of application, a statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and the contact information of three references. Position is contingent on funding. Materials may be submitted electronically (as Word or PDF documents) to: Physics1178@colum.edu
TT at Lafayette College
The Physics Department of Lafayette College, a highly selective undergraduate institution with programs in the arts, sciences, and engineering, has an opening for a tenure-track assistant professor. The appointment is expected to start July 1, 2010.
Lafayette College is conveniently situated in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, 70 miles from New York City and 60 miles from Philadelphia. We are seeking candidates having broad intellectual interests, an obvious enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching, a commitment to creative teaching in a variety of settings, and the ability to conduct scholarly research in an undergraduate college environment. Proficiency in a research area of physics that undergraduates find exciting, and in which they can effectively participate, is highly desirable. The Search Committee is particularly interested in individuals who can communicate effectively with groups of undergraduates having a variety of interests and backgrounds, including engineering. A Ph.D. in physics (or a very closely related field) by August 2010 is required. Ability to teach solar system astronomy to non-science majors would be advantageous, as would eagerness to teach physics-related first-year and interdisciplinary seminars.
To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by November 1, 2009. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Submit letter of application (email applications will not be accepted), c.v., statement of teaching philosophy, research plan and startup needs, and three letters of reference to Search Committee, Dept of Physics, Lafayette College, Easton, PA 18042-1782. Lafayette College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Lafayette College is conveniently situated in the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, 70 miles from New York City and 60 miles from Philadelphia. We are seeking candidates having broad intellectual interests, an obvious enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching, a commitment to creative teaching in a variety of settings, and the ability to conduct scholarly research in an undergraduate college environment. Proficiency in a research area of physics that undergraduates find exciting, and in which they can effectively participate, is highly desirable. The Search Committee is particularly interested in individuals who can communicate effectively with groups of undergraduates having a variety of interests and backgrounds, including engineering. A Ph.D. in physics (or a very closely related field) by August 2010 is required. Ability to teach solar system astronomy to non-science majors would be advantageous, as would eagerness to teach physics-related first-year and interdisciplinary seminars.
To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by November 1, 2009. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Submit letter of application (email applications will not be accepted), c.v., statement of teaching philosophy, research plan and startup needs, and three letters of reference to Search Committee, Dept of Physics, Lafayette College, Easton, PA 18042-1782. Lafayette College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Two TT at James Madison Univ.
Position #1: The James Madison University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in experimental nuclear/particle physics or a closely related field beginning August 2010.
Position #2: The James Madison University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in soft condensed matter and/or non-linear dynamics at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2010.
The department has 20 full-time faculty members and ~100 students in our multi-track baccalaureate-only program. Departmental research interests include materials science, nuclear/particle physics, non-linear systems and astronomy. Additional information about JMU is available online at www.jmu.edu and about the department at http://csma31.csm.jmu.edu/physics/.
Applications are only accepted through web submission. For details on applying for this position, visit http://csma31.csm.jmu.edu/physics/html/application.html. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
JMU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access employer and especially encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
[Ed. note: The above ad was heavily edited for length. Please see the websites listed above for more information.]
Position #2: The James Madison University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in soft condensed matter and/or non-linear dynamics at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2010.
The department has 20 full-time faculty members and ~100 students in our multi-track baccalaureate-only program. Departmental research interests include materials science, nuclear/particle physics, non-linear systems and astronomy. Additional information about JMU is available online at www.jmu.edu and about the department at http://csma31.csm.jmu.edu/physics/.
Applications are only accepted through web submission. For details on applying for this position, visit http://csma31.csm.jmu.edu/physics/html/application.html. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2009. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
JMU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access employer and especially encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
[Ed. note: The above ad was heavily edited for length. Please see the websites listed above for more information.]
Thursday, August 27, 2009
TT at College of Wooster
The College of Wooster Department of Physics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning fall 2010 to teach a variety of physics courses and labs, guide student research projects, and develop a publishable research program involving students. Ph.D. in Physics or related field required. Experimentalist preferred. Participation in the College's interdisciplinary programs, including First-Year Seminar, is expected.
Our department is an inclusive community that emphasizes cooperation over competition, resulting in high student satisfaction (AIP report June 2004) with close faculty-student interactions and mentoring. Our Physics Club has won national awards for its elementary school outreach program. Each Wooster student completes a year-long senior thesis project in our nationally recognized senior capstone program. Wooster ranks in the top 3% nationally as the Baccalaureate Origin of Ph.D.s when compared with other 4-year institutions. Over 16 years, students from 19 states and 40 institutions have collaborated with our faculty on NSF-REU funded research projects.
Send curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, research plan, unofficial graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Susan Lehman, Chair, Department of Physics, The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH 44691 or slehman@wooster.edu. Electronic submission (pdf) is preferred. Consideration of applications begins October 15, 2009 and continues until the position is filled.
Our department is an inclusive community that emphasizes cooperation over competition, resulting in high student satisfaction (AIP report June 2004) with close faculty-student interactions and mentoring. Our Physics Club has won national awards for its elementary school outreach program. Each Wooster student completes a year-long senior thesis project in our nationally recognized senior capstone program. Wooster ranks in the top 3% nationally as the Baccalaureate Origin of Ph.D.s when compared with other 4-year institutions. Over 16 years, students from 19 states and 40 institutions have collaborated with our faculty on NSF-REU funded research projects.
Send curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, research plan, unofficial graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Susan Lehman, Chair, Department of Physics, The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH 44691 or slehman@wooster.edu. Electronic submission (pdf) is preferred. Consideration of applications begins October 15, 2009 and continues until the position is filled.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
TT at Centre College
Centre College invites applications for a tenure-track position in physics at the assistant professor level beginning August 2010. A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and will develop a research program that will involve undergraduates. Collaborative research with students is both encouraged and supported; the current members of the physics program conduct research in the areas of fiber lasers, astrophysical masers, and condensed matter physics.
To apply, please submit letter of application, materials demonstrating teaching effectiveness and scholarly promise, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research plans, three letters of recommendation, CV, and transcripts to: Dean Stephanie Fabritius, Centre College, 600 W. Walnut St., Danville, KY 40422. Review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until the position is filled. Centre College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, please submit letter of application, materials demonstrating teaching effectiveness and scholarly promise, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research plans, three letters of recommendation, CV, and transcripts to: Dean Stephanie Fabritius, Centre College, 600 W. Walnut St., Danville, KY 40422. Review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until the position is filled. Centre College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TT at Penn State Worthington Scranton
Penn State Worthington Scranton invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physics (tenure track, 36 weeks) to begin August 2010, or as negotiated.
Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate physics courses and labs using traditional and hybrid delivery modes. Teaching assignments will be primarily introductory physics courses, with possible delivery of some courses in a baccalaureate science degree program; ability to teach astronomy desirable. Responsibilities may include teaching other courses related to applicant's experiential base. Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening or Saturday classes as needed. Publish in refereed journals. Participate in professional organizations and in course, curriculum, and program development. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics or related discipline required; ABDs may be considered. Experience in teaching laboratory or lecture courses in undergraduate physics is expected. Evidence of potential in research and publication is expected. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Prior college-level and online teaching experience preferred. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.
Campus Information: Penn State Worthington Scranton, one of more than 20 Penn State campuses state-wide, is a student-centered campus of 1400 students located in beautiful Northeastern Pennsylvania near the resort area of the Poconos. It is only a two hour drive to New York City and Philadelphia. Our instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, and continuing and distance education informed by scholarship and research. Our research, scholarship, and creative activities promote human and economic development through the expansion of knowledge and its applications in the natural and applied sciences, social sciences, arts, humanities, and the professions. For more information about the campus, visit http://www.sn.psu.edu/.
Application: To apply submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Applications should be submitted as a Microsoft Word or PDF file to ccsearch@psu.edu. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of references.
Inquiries: Dr. Michael P. Mahalik, Director of Academic Affairs, Penn State Worthington Scranton, 120 Ridge View Drive, Dunmore, PA 18512. E-mail: mpm13@psu.edu. Telephone: (570) 963-2510.
Closing Date: Application review begins October 12, 2009 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.
Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate physics courses and labs using traditional and hybrid delivery modes. Teaching assignments will be primarily introductory physics courses, with possible delivery of some courses in a baccalaureate science degree program; ability to teach astronomy desirable. Responsibilities may include teaching other courses related to applicant's experiential base. Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening or Saturday classes as needed. Publish in refereed journals. Participate in professional organizations and in course, curriculum, and program development. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics or related discipline required; ABDs may be considered. Experience in teaching laboratory or lecture courses in undergraduate physics is expected. Evidence of potential in research and publication is expected. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Prior college-level and online teaching experience preferred. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.
Campus Information: Penn State Worthington Scranton, one of more than 20 Penn State campuses state-wide, is a student-centered campus of 1400 students located in beautiful Northeastern Pennsylvania near the resort area of the Poconos. It is only a two hour drive to New York City and Philadelphia. Our instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, and continuing and distance education informed by scholarship and research. Our research, scholarship, and creative activities promote human and economic development through the expansion of knowledge and its applications in the natural and applied sciences, social sciences, arts, humanities, and the professions. For more information about the campus, visit http://www.sn.psu.edu/.
Application: To apply submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Applications should be submitted as a Microsoft Word or PDF file to ccsearch@psu.edu. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of references.
Inquiries: Dr. Michael P. Mahalik, Director of Academic Affairs, Penn State Worthington Scranton, 120 Ridge View Drive, Dunmore, PA 18512. E-mail: mpm13@psu.edu. Telephone: (570) 963-2510.
Closing Date: Application review begins October 12, 2009 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.
TT at Penn State Greater Allegheny
Penn State Greater Allegheny invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physics (tenure track, 36 weeks) to begin August 2010, or as negotiated.
Responsibilities: Teach various undergraduate physics courses. Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening and/or Saturday classes as needed. Publish in refereed journals. Participate in professional organizations and in course, curriculum, and program development. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics. Evidence of potential in research and publication is expected. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Prior college-level and online teaching experience preferred. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.
Campus Information: Penn State Greater Allegheny is conveniently located just 15 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, PA, nestled between the residential community of White Oak and a 258 acre park. The campus serves a diverse student body with its baccalaureate and associate degree programs in business, the liberal arts, science, information sciences and technology, and organizational leadership. The first two years of the University's more than 160 academic majors also are offered at the campus. Internships, service learning, international topics, and honors study are integrated into many of our courses. For more information about Penn State Greater Allegheny, visit http://www.ga.psu.edu/.
Application: To apply submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Applications should be submitted as a Microsoft Word or PDF file to ccsearch@psu.edu. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of references.
Inquiries: Dr. Kurt Torell, Director of Academic Affairs, Penn State Greater Allegheny. E-mail: kct10@psu.edu. Telephone:(412) 675-9052.
Closing Date: Application review begins on October 15, 2009 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.
Responsibilities: Teach various undergraduate physics courses. Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening and/or Saturday classes as needed. Publish in refereed journals. Participate in professional organizations and in course, curriculum, and program development. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics. Evidence of potential in research and publication is expected. Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is desired. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Prior college-level and online teaching experience preferred. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.
Campus Information: Penn State Greater Allegheny is conveniently located just 15 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, PA, nestled between the residential community of White Oak and a 258 acre park. The campus serves a diverse student body with its baccalaureate and associate degree programs in business, the liberal arts, science, information sciences and technology, and organizational leadership. The first two years of the University's more than 160 academic majors also are offered at the campus. Internships, service learning, international topics, and honors study are integrated into many of our courses. For more information about Penn State Greater Allegheny, visit http://www.ga.psu.edu/.
Application: To apply submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae. Applications should be submitted as a Microsoft Word or PDF file to ccsearch@psu.edu. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of references.
Inquiries: Dr. Kurt Torell, Director of Academic Affairs, Penn State Greater Allegheny. E-mail: kct10@psu.edu. Telephone:(412) 675-9052.
Closing Date: Application review begins on October 15, 2009 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Postdocs at University of Michigan Ann Arbor
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS
Post Doctoral Fellowships in the Humanities, Arts, Sciences, and Professions, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
MICHIGAN SOCIETY OF FELLOWS
Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1070
Announces Post Doctoral Fellowships in the Humanities, Arts, Sciences, and Professions 2010-2013
The Michigan Society of Fellows was founded in 1970 through grants from the Ford Foundation and Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies for the purpose of promoting academic and creative excellence in the humanities, the arts, the social, physical, and life sciences, and in the professions. In 2007, the Mellon Foundation awarded a grant to add four Mellon Fellows annually in the humanities, expanding the number of fellowships awarded each year from four to eight. The objective of the Society is to provide financial and intellectual support for individuals selected for outstanding achievement, professional promise, and interdisciplinary interests. We invite applications from qualified candidates for three-year postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Michigan.
Candidates should be near the beginning of their professional careers. Those selected for fellowships must have received the Ph.D. degree or comparable artistic or professional degree between June 1, 2007, and September 1, 2010. Fellows are appointed as Assistant Professors or Research Scientists in appropriate departments and as Postdoctoral Scholars in the Michigan Society of Fellows. They are expected to be in residence in Ann Arbor during the academic years of the fellowship, to teach for the equivalent of one academic year, to participate in the informal intellectual life of the Society, and to devote time to their independent research or artistic projects. Applications from degree candidates and recipients of the Ph.D. from the University of Michigan will not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed by Society members and University faculty. Final selections will be made in late January by Senior Fellows of the Society. Eight Fellows will be selected for three-year terms to begin September 1, 2010. The annual stipend will be $51,500.
The online application is available at: http://www.rackham.umich.edu/sof
email: society.of.fellows@umich.edu
Application Deadline: September 30, 2009. An Equal Opportunity Program
Post Doctoral Fellowships in the Humanities, Arts, Sciences, and Professions, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
MICHIGAN SOCIETY OF FELLOWS
Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1070
Announces Post Doctoral Fellowships in the Humanities, Arts, Sciences, and Professions 2010-2013
The Michigan Society of Fellows was founded in 1970 through grants from the Ford Foundation and Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies for the purpose of promoting academic and creative excellence in the humanities, the arts, the social, physical, and life sciences, and in the professions. In 2007, the Mellon Foundation awarded a grant to add four Mellon Fellows annually in the humanities, expanding the number of fellowships awarded each year from four to eight. The objective of the Society is to provide financial and intellectual support for individuals selected for outstanding achievement, professional promise, and interdisciplinary interests. We invite applications from qualified candidates for three-year postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Michigan.
Candidates should be near the beginning of their professional careers. Those selected for fellowships must have received the Ph.D. degree or comparable artistic or professional degree between June 1, 2007, and September 1, 2010. Fellows are appointed as Assistant Professors or Research Scientists in appropriate departments and as Postdoctoral Scholars in the Michigan Society of Fellows. They are expected to be in residence in Ann Arbor during the academic years of the fellowship, to teach for the equivalent of one academic year, to participate in the informal intellectual life of the Society, and to devote time to their independent research or artistic projects. Applications from degree candidates and recipients of the Ph.D. from the University of Michigan will not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed by Society members and University faculty. Final selections will be made in late January by Senior Fellows of the Society. Eight Fellows will be selected for three-year terms to begin September 1, 2010. The annual stipend will be $51,500.
The online application is available at: http://www.rackham.umich.edu/sof
email: society.of.fellows@umich.edu
Application Deadline: September 30, 2009. An Equal Opportunity Program
Monday, August 24, 2009
Postdoc at University of Maryland
Postdoctoral Position in Physics / Biology Education Research
The Physics Education Research Group at the University of Maryland is looking for a postdoctoral research associate to work on an NSF-CCLI project to bring more physics and active pedagogy into biology classes. Some experience with education research, a solid knowledge of physics, and some background in biology are all desirable. The appointment is for one year, extendable to a second based on satisfactory performance. Starting date January 2010 (or sooner).
More information on the research group is available at http://www.physics.umd.edu/perg/.
Send applications including a CV and the names of three references to Joe Redish (redish@umd.edu). For more information email or call 301-405-6120.
The Physics Education Research Group at the University of Maryland is looking for a postdoctoral research associate to work on an NSF-CCLI project to bring more physics and active pedagogy into biology classes. Some experience with education research, a solid knowledge of physics, and some background in biology are all desirable. The appointment is for one year, extendable to a second based on satisfactory performance. Starting date January 2010 (or sooner).
More information on the research group is available at http://www.physics.umd.edu/perg/.
Send applications including a CV and the names of three references to Joe Redish (redish@umd.edu). For more information email or call 301-405-6120.
Project Coordinator at Northwestern University
he Office of STEM Education Partnerships at Northwestern University seeks a talented and energetic Project Coordinator to help develop and coordinate partnerships between university science and engineering faculty and K-12 schools and teachers to advance STEM education.
OSEP is a university-funded initiative of the Office for Research and the School of Education and Social Policy to create and support effective partnerships between university STEM researchers and K-12 educators.
As a key member of the OSEP team, this individual participates in the establishment of university-K12 partnerships from conception through implementation. OSEP activities include the design and implementation of curriculum and/or teacher professional development, outreach programming, and other innovative mechanisms to support STEM education at the K-12 level.
As a member of OSEP, this individual will be responsible for a leadership role in:
· Supporting university research projects and institutes/centers in the design, development, and implementation of curriculum and teacher professional development
· Conducting evaluation on the design and impact of university-school partnerships
· Partnering with STEM faculty on development and preparation of new funding proposals with K-12 education and outreach components
· Developing and sustaining a community of partner schools, museums, and other science education providers in the Chicago area and nationally.
This individual will be supervised by the OSEP faculty leadership team in the School of Education and Social Policy.
Applicants should hold a master’s degree (or higher) in a science or engineering discipline, in science education, or in a related field. Desirable qualifications include curriculum and teacher professional development experience, ability to work closely with science and engineering faculty and researchers, proposal writing, and strong organization and communication skills. We especially seek individuals with prior experience in science education partnerships involving universities and K-12 schools. This position requires an individual with initiative and the ability to work independently.
This is a 12-month appointment. Renewal is contingent upon available funding.
Interested candidates should contact osep-jobs@northwestern.edu. Application review will begin immediately. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. Northwestern University is located in an attractive lakefront community near Chicago. For more information about OSEP see osep.northwestern.edu and about the School of Education and Social Policy see www.sesp.northwestern.edu.
OSEP is a university-funded initiative of the Office for Research and the School of Education and Social Policy to create and support effective partnerships between university STEM researchers and K-12 educators.
As a key member of the OSEP team, this individual participates in the establishment of university-K12 partnerships from conception through implementation. OSEP activities include the design and implementation of curriculum and/or teacher professional development, outreach programming, and other innovative mechanisms to support STEM education at the K-12 level.
As a member of OSEP, this individual will be responsible for a leadership role in:
· Supporting university research projects and institutes/centers in the design, development, and implementation of curriculum and teacher professional development
· Conducting evaluation on the design and impact of university-school partnerships
· Partnering with STEM faculty on development and preparation of new funding proposals with K-12 education and outreach components
· Developing and sustaining a community of partner schools, museums, and other science education providers in the Chicago area and nationally.
This individual will be supervised by the OSEP faculty leadership team in the School of Education and Social Policy.
Applicants should hold a master’s degree (or higher) in a science or engineering discipline, in science education, or in a related field. Desirable qualifications include curriculum and teacher professional development experience, ability to work closely with science and engineering faculty and researchers, proposal writing, and strong organization and communication skills. We especially seek individuals with prior experience in science education partnerships involving universities and K-12 schools. This position requires an individual with initiative and the ability to work independently.
This is a 12-month appointment. Renewal is contingent upon available funding.
Interested candidates should contact osep-jobs@northwestern.edu. Application review will begin immediately. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. Northwestern University is located in an attractive lakefront community near Chicago. For more information about OSEP see osep.northwestern.edu and about the School of Education and Social Policy see www.sesp.northwestern.edu.
Academic Specialist at Northeastern University
Responsibilities
The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University has developed innovative graduate programs in education at both the masters and doctoral level. These programs are offered in innovative formats including online and hybrid. These are practitioner-focused programs that integrate foundational work with specialized areas designed to prepare individuals to advance and succeed in teaching and leadership roles. The programs integrate a project-based approach with rigorous academic work.
The College seeks a non-tenure track teaching and learning/curriculum and instruction faculty who will teach a full time load of 36 quarter hours. Actual course load will vary with other responsibilities, which might include curriculum development, program evaluation, faculty mentoring, and doctoral project advising.
Responsibilities include: teaching performance; student advising; facilitating a quality, high-level experience for students in general; developing course content and materials and ensuring appropriate fit with program and course objectives; curriculum review and development; supporting admissions and recruitment activities; serving on faculty and college committees; and serving on doctoral committees and reviewing scholarly work. Nights are required with some weekends possible.
Qualifications
This position requires a commitment to teaching excellence and a high-level of student service. A strong record of teaching experience appropriate to the doctoral-level is required, or substantial professional experience and accomplishment within an appropriate field. Appropriate terminal degree is required.
Additional Information
This is a non-tenure track, renewable position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
Please e-mail a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to CPS-Recruiting@neu.edu (please write "Curriculum and Instruction Position" in the subject line), or mail the above materials to: Kathi Mullin, College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Avenue, 41 BV, Boston, MA 02115. No phone calls, please.
The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University has developed innovative graduate programs in education at both the masters and doctoral level. These programs are offered in innovative formats including online and hybrid. These are practitioner-focused programs that integrate foundational work with specialized areas designed to prepare individuals to advance and succeed in teaching and leadership roles. The programs integrate a project-based approach with rigorous academic work.
The College seeks a non-tenure track teaching and learning/curriculum and instruction faculty who will teach a full time load of 36 quarter hours. Actual course load will vary with other responsibilities, which might include curriculum development, program evaluation, faculty mentoring, and doctoral project advising.
Responsibilities include: teaching performance; student advising; facilitating a quality, high-level experience for students in general; developing course content and materials and ensuring appropriate fit with program and course objectives; curriculum review and development; supporting admissions and recruitment activities; serving on faculty and college committees; and serving on doctoral committees and reviewing scholarly work. Nights are required with some weekends possible.
Qualifications
This position requires a commitment to teaching excellence and a high-level of student service. A strong record of teaching experience appropriate to the doctoral-level is required, or substantial professional experience and accomplishment within an appropriate field. Appropriate terminal degree is required.
Additional Information
This is a non-tenure track, renewable position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
Please e-mail a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to CPS-Recruiting@neu.edu (please write "Curriculum and Instruction Position" in the subject line), or mail the above materials to: Kathi Mullin, College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Avenue, 41 BV, Boston, MA 02115. No phone calls, please.
Academic Specialist at Northeastern University
Responsibilities
The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University has developed innovative graduate programs in education at both the masters and doctoral level. These programs are offered in innovative formats including online and hybrid. These are practitioner-focused programs that integrate foundational work with specialized areas designed to prepare individuals to advance and succeed in teaching and leadership roles. The programs integrate a project-based approach with rigorous academic work.
The College seeks a non-tenure track teaching and learning/curriculum and instruction faculty who will teach a full time load of 36 quarter hours. Actual course load will vary with other responsibilities, which might include curriculum development, program evaluation, faculty mentoring, and doctoral project advising.
Responsibilities include: teaching performance; student advising; facilitating a quality, high-level experience for students in general; developing course content and materials and ensuring appropriate fit with program and course objectives; curriculum review and development; supporting admissions and recruitment activities; serving on faculty and college committees; and serving on doctoral committees and reviewing scholarly work. Nights are required with some weekends possible.
Qualifications
This position requires a commitment to teaching excellence and a high-level of student service. A strong record of teaching experience appropriate to the doctoral-level is required, or substantial professional experience and accomplishment within an appropriate field. Appropriate terminal degree is required.
Additional Information
This is a non-tenure track, renewable position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
Please e-mail a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to CPS-Recruiting@neu.edu (please write "Curriculum and Instruction Position" in the subject line), or mail the above materials to: Kathi Mullin, College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Avenue, 41 BV, Boston, MA 02115. No phone calls, please.
The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University has developed innovative graduate programs in education at both the masters and doctoral level. These programs are offered in innovative formats including online and hybrid. These are practitioner-focused programs that integrate foundational work with specialized areas designed to prepare individuals to advance and succeed in teaching and leadership roles. The programs integrate a project-based approach with rigorous academic work.
The College seeks a non-tenure track teaching and learning/curriculum and instruction faculty who will teach a full time load of 36 quarter hours. Actual course load will vary with other responsibilities, which might include curriculum development, program evaluation, faculty mentoring, and doctoral project advising.
Responsibilities include: teaching performance; student advising; facilitating a quality, high-level experience for students in general; developing course content and materials and ensuring appropriate fit with program and course objectives; curriculum review and development; supporting admissions and recruitment activities; serving on faculty and college committees; and serving on doctoral committees and reviewing scholarly work. Nights are required with some weekends possible.
Qualifications
This position requires a commitment to teaching excellence and a high-level of student service. A strong record of teaching experience appropriate to the doctoral-level is required, or substantial professional experience and accomplishment within an appropriate field. Appropriate terminal degree is required.
Additional Information
This is a non-tenure track, renewable position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
Please e-mail a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to CPS-Recruiting@neu.edu (please write "Curriculum and Instruction Position" in the subject line), or mail the above materials to: Kathi Mullin, College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Avenue, 41 BV, Boston, MA 02115. No phone calls, please.
Teaching fellow at University of Southampton
The University of Southampton, one of the UK's leading research universities, invites applications for a Teaching Fellow from candidates who are engaged in delivering high quality science education in the primary, middle or secondary phases and have experience in supporting trainee teachers within a school context.
You will be in the School of Education, which has an excellent reputation as a high quality initial teacher training provider with particular emphasis on the relationship between theory, research and practice in both effective and sustained professional development and high quality teaching and learning. The School has a strong programme of initial teacher education including BA(QTS) and primary, secondary and post-compulsory PGCE; it also has a portfolio of masters and professional development opportunities and a thriving community of more than one hundred doctoral students and seventy academic staff. The School is looking to extend it's current range of staff expertise and develop new opportunites for trainees within the PGCEs Primary and Secondary and the Level 3 BA (Hons) in Education and Training programmes.
The School is situated on the main campus in a new building with state of the art facilities. The surrounding area is one of the most beautiful in Britain, with excellent rail and road links to London, and sea and air links to mainland Europe. Excellent benefits are available including subsidised health care and final salary pension schemes
For informal discussion, please contact the PGCE (Primary) Programme Director, Dr Keira Sewell (+44(0)2380 599491 keiras@soton.ac.uk) or Dr Marcus Grace, Deputy Head of School (Education) (+44(0)2380 593213 mmg1@soton.ac.uk).
The closing date for completed applications 25 September 2009.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12 October 2009, comprising a presentation to School of Education colleagues followed by an interview.
Please quote reference number 3592-09-L in all correspondence.
You will be in the School of Education, which has an excellent reputation as a high quality initial teacher training provider with particular emphasis on the relationship between theory, research and practice in both effective and sustained professional development and high quality teaching and learning. The School has a strong programme of initial teacher education including BA(QTS) and primary, secondary and post-compulsory PGCE; it also has a portfolio of masters and professional development opportunities and a thriving community of more than one hundred doctoral students and seventy academic staff. The School is looking to extend it's current range of staff expertise and develop new opportunites for trainees within the PGCEs Primary and Secondary and the Level 3 BA (Hons) in Education and Training programmes.
The School is situated on the main campus in a new building with state of the art facilities. The surrounding area is one of the most beautiful in Britain, with excellent rail and road links to London, and sea and air links to mainland Europe. Excellent benefits are available including subsidised health care and final salary pension schemes
For informal discussion, please contact the PGCE (Primary) Programme Director, Dr Keira Sewell (+44(0)2380 599491 keiras@soton.ac.uk) or Dr Marcus Grace, Deputy Head of School (Education) (+44(0)2380 593213 mmg1@soton.ac.uk).
The closing date for completed applications 25 September 2009.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12 October 2009, comprising a presentation to School of Education colleagues followed by an interview.
Please quote reference number 3592-09-L in all correspondence.
Two chairs at University of Southampton
The University of Southampton, one of the UK's leading research universities, invites applications for two appointments as Chair in Education from candidates who are engaged in international research and have a successful track record in funded research and distinguished publications.
We are particularly interested in applicants, from the UK and overseas, with expertise in pedagogical research and teacher education. The Chair will be in the School of Education, which is a flourishing centre of research and teaching excellence with an international outlook.
The School has a strong programme of initial teacher education including BA (QTS) and primary, secondary and post-compulsory PGCE; it also has a portfolio of masters and professional development opportunities and a thriving community of more than one hundred doctoral students and seventy academic staff.
The School is looking to extend its intellectual and research leadership in pedagogy and teacher education broadly defined, but preferably connected to the curriculum; science and mathematics education; primary education; secondary education; initial and continuing teacher education; or inter-professional learning and practice.
The School is situated on the main campus in a new building with state of the art facilities. The surrounding area is one of the most beautiful in Britain, with excellent rail and road links to London, and sea and air links to mainland Europe. Salary is negotiable with the successful candidate. Excellent benefits are available including subsidised health care and final salary pension schemes
More information about our teaching programmes and research can be found on our website at www.education.soton.ac.uk and a profile of the School is provided later in these particulars.
If you would value an informal preliminary discussion about these posts, please contact the Head of School, Professor Jacky Lumby (tel 023 8059 3061, email J.G.Lumby@soton.ac.uk) or Professor Melanie Nind (tel 023 8059 5813, email man@soton.ac.uk)
Please visit www.jobs.soton.ac.uk and apply on-line, or call 023 8059 2750.
The closing date for this position is 25 September 2009 at 12 midday.
Please quote reference 3590-09-L.
We are particularly interested in applicants, from the UK and overseas, with expertise in pedagogical research and teacher education. The Chair will be in the School of Education, which is a flourishing centre of research and teaching excellence with an international outlook.
The School has a strong programme of initial teacher education including BA (QTS) and primary, secondary and post-compulsory PGCE; it also has a portfolio of masters and professional development opportunities and a thriving community of more than one hundred doctoral students and seventy academic staff.
The School is looking to extend its intellectual and research leadership in pedagogy and teacher education broadly defined, but preferably connected to the curriculum; science and mathematics education; primary education; secondary education; initial and continuing teacher education; or inter-professional learning and practice.
The School is situated on the main campus in a new building with state of the art facilities. The surrounding area is one of the most beautiful in Britain, with excellent rail and road links to London, and sea and air links to mainland Europe. Salary is negotiable with the successful candidate. Excellent benefits are available including subsidised health care and final salary pension schemes
More information about our teaching programmes and research can be found on our website at www.education.soton.ac.uk and a profile of the School is provided later in these particulars.
If you would value an informal preliminary discussion about these posts, please contact the Head of School, Professor Jacky Lumby (tel 023 8059 3061, email J.G.Lumby@soton.ac.uk) or Professor Melanie Nind (tel 023 8059 5813, email man@soton.ac.uk)
Please visit www.jobs.soton.ac.uk and apply on-line, or call 023 8059 2750.
The closing date for this position is 25 September 2009 at 12 midday.
Please quote reference 3590-09-L.
Chair at College of New Jersey
The Department of Physics at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites outstanding applicants for a tenure-track faculty position as Department Chair, starting August 2010. Candidates at the advanced Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor ranks will be considered.
Teaching and research are mutually supportive activities at TCNJ. Candidates should be strongly committed to the teacher-scholar model in a primarily undergraduate, residential institution and to maintaining both high quality teaching and an active and productive research program involving highly motivated undergraduates. Faculty members also serve as academic advisors and have service responsibilities within the College. A research laboratory and competitive start-up funds will be provided. The Physics Department is housed in a modern science complex (opened Fall 2002) that offers state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities and instrumentation. For more information about the department, visit: http://www.tcnj.edu/~physics/.
We seek a broadly trained physicist who has the potential to establish a highly visible undergraduate research program and collaboratively contribute to interdisciplinary curricular and scholarly efforts within the School of Science and at the College. The specific research area is open, but physicists with experimental research programs are especially encouraged to apply. Requirements for the position include: (1) a Ph.D. in physics or closely related field, (2) a strong record as an accomplished teacher-scholar, including demonstrated success in the classroom/laboratory, in mentoring undergraduate research students, and in scholarly outcomes, (3) a record of relevant leadership experience, with a leadership style that is open, consultative, and collaborative, and (4) the ability to communicate effectively.
To apply, candidates should send a letter of application; current curriculum vitae; statement of leadership philosophy; statement of teaching philosophy; statement of research interests and goals; graduate and undergraduate transcripts; and list of names, email and postal addresses, and phone numbers of three references. Please send to: Search Committee; Department of Physics; The College of New Jersey; PO Box 7718; Ewing, NJ 08628-0718. E-mail: physics@tcnj.edu. Electronic submission is strongly encouraged. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; those received by October 5, 2009 will be assured full consideration.
Teaching and research are mutually supportive activities at TCNJ. Candidates should be strongly committed to the teacher-scholar model in a primarily undergraduate, residential institution and to maintaining both high quality teaching and an active and productive research program involving highly motivated undergraduates. Faculty members also serve as academic advisors and have service responsibilities within the College. A research laboratory and competitive start-up funds will be provided. The Physics Department is housed in a modern science complex (opened Fall 2002) that offers state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities and instrumentation. For more information about the department, visit: http://www.tcnj.edu/~physics/.
We seek a broadly trained physicist who has the potential to establish a highly visible undergraduate research program and collaboratively contribute to interdisciplinary curricular and scholarly efforts within the School of Science and at the College. The specific research area is open, but physicists with experimental research programs are especially encouraged to apply. Requirements for the position include: (1) a Ph.D. in physics or closely related field, (2) a strong record as an accomplished teacher-scholar, including demonstrated success in the classroom/laboratory, in mentoring undergraduate research students, and in scholarly outcomes, (3) a record of relevant leadership experience, with a leadership style that is open, consultative, and collaborative, and (4) the ability to communicate effectively.
To apply, candidates should send a letter of application; current curriculum vitae; statement of leadership philosophy; statement of teaching philosophy; statement of research interests and goals; graduate and undergraduate transcripts; and list of names, email and postal addresses, and phone numbers of three references. Please send to: Search Committee; Department of Physics; The College of New Jersey; PO Box 7718; Ewing, NJ 08628-0718. E-mail: physics@tcnj.edu. Electronic submission is strongly encouraged. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; those received by October 5, 2009 will be assured full consideration.
Studentship at Kingston University
Studentship in Psychology - MSc by Research
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
Department of Psychology
Closing Date: 12 noon on 01/09/2009
The School of Social Science is pleased to offer a studentship in the area of Psychology to support a one year, full time MSc by Research. The MSc project will involve observation and analysis of an exciting new project - Innoversity - focusing on the interaction of higher education and industry in the area of design. The studentship covers domestic tuition fees.
The project will be supervised jointly within Psychology and Innoversity at Kingston University. The dissertation will be an evaluation report on the Innoversity project. Start date: 1st October 2009. Enquiries should be directed to Prof Philip Terry (p.terry@kingston.ac.uk).
Application forms can be acquired from and submitted to Rebecca Ng (Rebecca.ng@kingston.ac.uk).
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
Department of Psychology
Closing Date: 12 noon on 01/09/2009
The School of Social Science is pleased to offer a studentship in the area of Psychology to support a one year, full time MSc by Research. The MSc project will involve observation and analysis of an exciting new project - Innoversity - focusing on the interaction of higher education and industry in the area of design. The studentship covers domestic tuition fees.
The project will be supervised jointly within Psychology and Innoversity at Kingston University. The dissertation will be an evaluation report on the Innoversity project. Start date: 1st October 2009. Enquiries should be directed to Prof Philip Terry (p.terry@kingston.ac.uk).
Application forms can be acquired from and submitted to Rebecca Ng (Rebecca.ng@kingston.ac.uk).
Research Fellowships at Gonville And Caius College
Gonville and Caius College gives notice of its intention to elect in 2010 to a number of Research Fellowships to be held in any subject. Candidates should be graduates of, or research students in, a University in the British Isles and should not have been engaged in full-time post-graduate research for longer than four years, or the equivalent in part-time research, by 1 October 2009.
The Fellowships will be tenable for four years from 1 October 2010. Research Fellows are not permitted to undertake paid work or to hold any other appointment, award or emolument, without the consent of the College Council; but permission is usually given for a limited amount of College teaching and for occasional lecturing and examining. Research Fellows are expected to spend the tenure of their Fellowship in Cambridge, and to contribute to the life of the College. Permission may be granted for periods of research away from Cambridge. The College should be consulted in cases where a candidate proposes to defer taking up an award until after 1 October 2010.
The stipend of a Research Fellow who has no other emoluments except from College teaching and who is resident in College is at present £19,093 p.a., rising by three annual increments to £21,439 p.a. Assistance with housing is given to non-resident Research Fellows. A further allowance of £1,292 is payable in respect of the first child. The stipend is subject to review.
A Research Fellow will receive the normal privileges of a Fellow, including the provision of rooms and some meals. Reimbursement of certain research expenses will also be available.
Full details of our application procedures for 2009-2010 will be made available online at the following address on or before Tuesday 1 September 2009. Prospective candidates should be aware that the College requires the submission of samples of written work at the same time as the application; although the length varies between disciplines, it is not unusual for the work to be 30,000 or more length.
http://www.cai.cam.ac.uk/fellows/rfc
Applications must be completed by Thursday 1 October 2009. Interviews will be held in January 2010.
The Fellowships will be tenable for four years from 1 October 2010. Research Fellows are not permitted to undertake paid work or to hold any other appointment, award or emolument, without the consent of the College Council; but permission is usually given for a limited amount of College teaching and for occasional lecturing and examining. Research Fellows are expected to spend the tenure of their Fellowship in Cambridge, and to contribute to the life of the College. Permission may be granted for periods of research away from Cambridge. The College should be consulted in cases where a candidate proposes to defer taking up an award until after 1 October 2010.
The stipend of a Research Fellow who has no other emoluments except from College teaching and who is resident in College is at present £19,093 p.a., rising by three annual increments to £21,439 p.a. Assistance with housing is given to non-resident Research Fellows. A further allowance of £1,292 is payable in respect of the first child. The stipend is subject to review.
A Research Fellow will receive the normal privileges of a Fellow, including the provision of rooms and some meals. Reimbursement of certain research expenses will also be available.
Full details of our application procedures for 2009-2010 will be made available online at the following address on or before Tuesday 1 September 2009. Prospective candidates should be aware that the College requires the submission of samples of written work at the same time as the application; although the length varies between disciplines, it is not unusual for the work to be 30,000 or more length.
http://www.cai.cam.ac.uk/fellows/rfc
Applications must be completed by Thursday 1 October 2009. Interviews will be held in January 2010.
Two posts at Boston Latin
Two science openings at one of Massachusetts' premier (albeit urban) public high schools: Boston Latin Academy
Boston Latin Academy is an "exam-school," meaning that all students must take a test to show their competency. Truly these kids represent the best and the brightest. Latin Academy also holds the distinction as being the most racially diverse school
in the Commonwealth. To see further stats, go to: [ http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/files/reportcards/SCH1020.pdf ]http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/files/reportcards/SCH1020.pdf
Because of a sudden loss of one faculty member and increased enrollment there are now two open opportunities for anyone who is science-credentialed, (even if you are not pre-qualified by Boston HR.)
Currently, the positions are semi influx, though they appear to be:
#1: A position that is mostly 10th grade general Physics (MCAS) and one general science
#2: A position that is mostly general science, with some chemistry
These positions are semi-flexible and are dependent on the skills of the selected qualified applicant and the constraints of the master schedule. Again, applicants must be science certified.
If interested, please forward your resume to: emiliapastor@gmail.com
Boston Latin Academy is an "exam-school," meaning that all students must take a test to show their competency. Truly these kids represent the best and the brightest. Latin Academy also holds the distinction as being the most racially diverse school
in the Commonwealth. To see further stats, go to: [ http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/files/reportcards/SCH1020.pdf ]http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/files/reportcards/SCH1020.pdf
Because of a sudden loss of one faculty member and increased enrollment there are now two open opportunities for anyone who is science-credentialed, (even if you are not pre-qualified by Boston HR.)
Currently, the positions are semi influx, though they appear to be:
#1: A position that is mostly 10th grade general Physics (MCAS) and one general science
#2: A position that is mostly general science, with some chemistry
These positions are semi-flexible and are dependent on the skills of the selected qualified applicant and the constraints of the master schedule. Again, applicants must be science certified.
If interested, please forward your resume to: emiliapastor@gmail.com
T at University of Neuchatel
The University of Neuchâtel is advertising a full-time full/assistant professorship in education.
The candidate will contribute to education research as a member of the Institute of Psychology and Education of the Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty. He or she will work within a socio-cultural perspective, analysing learning and activity settings with a special focus on the articulation of psychological and educational processes.
The candidate will teach BA, MA and graduate courses at the Faculty and in collaboration with the regional Pedagogical University of Applied Sciences (HEP-BEJUNE). Solid experience in empirical research is requested. The position demands 7 hours of weekly teaching for a full professor, 4 hours for an assistant professor, and includes research activities and administrative duties. It is open as of August 1st, 2010.
Candidates with a Ph.D. in hand may send their applications to the president of the search committee, Prof. Tania Zittoun, Institut de psychologie et éducation, Espace Louis-Agassiz 1, 2001 Neuchâtel (Switzerland). Please send an email copy simultaneously to : tania.zittoun@unine.ch.
The teaching language is French. Non-french speakers are expected to be fluent in French after a period of one year. Applications should include a letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, a publications list (please do not send any publications at this time), a scientific project (3 pp. maximum) and copies of all university diplomas. Candidates are required to ask 3 experts to send letters of recommendation directly to the president of the search committee. The deadline for applications is October 31st 2009.
The University of Neuchâtel is an equal opportunity employer.
Further information can be obtained through the Dean's office: Espace Louis-Agassiz 1, CH-2001 Neuchâtel(doyen.lettres@unine.ch) or via the Faculty website : www.unine.ch/lettres.
The candidate will contribute to education research as a member of the Institute of Psychology and Education of the Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty. He or she will work within a socio-cultural perspective, analysing learning and activity settings with a special focus on the articulation of psychological and educational processes.
The candidate will teach BA, MA and graduate courses at the Faculty and in collaboration with the regional Pedagogical University of Applied Sciences (HEP-BEJUNE). Solid experience in empirical research is requested. The position demands 7 hours of weekly teaching for a full professor, 4 hours for an assistant professor, and includes research activities and administrative duties. It is open as of August 1st, 2010.
Candidates with a Ph.D. in hand may send their applications to the president of the search committee, Prof. Tania Zittoun, Institut de psychologie et éducation, Espace Louis-Agassiz 1, 2001 Neuchâtel (Switzerland). Please send an email copy simultaneously to : tania.zittoun@unine.ch.
The teaching language is French. Non-french speakers are expected to be fluent in French after a period of one year. Applications should include a letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, a publications list (please do not send any publications at this time), a scientific project (3 pp. maximum) and copies of all university diplomas. Candidates are required to ask 3 experts to send letters of recommendation directly to the president of the search committee. The deadline for applications is October 31st 2009.
The University of Neuchâtel is an equal opportunity employer.
Further information can be obtained through the Dean's office: Espace Louis-Agassiz 1, CH-2001 Neuchâtel(doyen.lettres@unine.ch) or via the Faculty website : www.unine.ch/lettres.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Associate Director, Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning, Harvard University
The Associate Director of the Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning will collaborate on significant portions of the Center's core work, which includes providing individual consultations with teaching faculty and graduate students, providing enhanced support for faculty developing new courses for the Program in General Education, and supporting and managing some of the more specialized programs of the Center. The Associate Director ideally will also have knowledge of and familiarity with pedagogical applications of technology. Duties may include: Creating programs for faculty, graduate students, and General Education; e.g., a discussion-leading seminar, graduate writing fellows program Consultations with faculty and graduate students on teaching Consultations and presentations on pedagogical technologies Exact duties will depend on the qualifications and skills of the final candidate.
Advanced degree in a subject taught in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences or in education is necessary.
Preferred: Five years experience teaching at the college level. Experience in instructional support and training desirable. Ability to work with different constituencies, especially faculty and graduate students. Knowledge of pedagogies, curricula or assessment in one particular academic division (humanities, social science, or science) desired. Experience with technology as applied to pedagogy or research is a plus. Familiarity with Harvard University, active involvement in applicant's scholarly field, highly desirable. Willingness to take initiative and the ability to work in an established team are necessary.
More information here
Advanced degree in a subject taught in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences or in education is necessary.
Preferred: Five years experience teaching at the college level. Experience in instructional support and training desirable. Ability to work with different constituencies, especially faculty and graduate students. Knowledge of pedagogies, curricula or assessment in one particular academic division (humanities, social science, or science) desired. Experience with technology as applied to pedagogy or research is a plus. Familiarity with Harvard University, active involvement in applicant's scholarly field, highly desirable. Willingness to take initiative and the ability to work in an established team are necessary.
More information here
Thursday, August 13, 2009
TT at Georgia College and State Univ.
Job Summary/Basic Function: Initial duties will include teaching physics lecture courses and the improvement and coordination of physics lab courses
Knowledge/Skills and Abilities: We seek candidates who will take a significant role in the development of our new undergraduate physics program and will pursue experimental physics research in which undergraduates can participate.
Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in physics.
Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience
Special Instructions: Initial transcripts may be unofficial copies. Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts. Filling this position will be subject to the availability of funding. Applications will be reviewed starting Oct. 1, 2009.
Online App. Form: https://www.gcsujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51398
[Ed. note: This ad was somewhat short on details, so check the online app form if interested (and perhaps contact the dept. chair too).]
Knowledge/Skills and Abilities: We seek candidates who will take a significant role in the development of our new undergraduate physics program and will pursue experimental physics research in which undergraduates can participate.
Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in physics.
Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience
Special Instructions: Initial transcripts may be unofficial copies. Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts. Filling this position will be subject to the availability of funding. Applications will be reviewed starting Oct. 1, 2009.
Online App. Form: https://www.gcsujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51398
[Ed. note: This ad was somewhat short on details, so check the online app form if interested (and perhaps contact the dept. chair too).]
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Associate Clinical Professor and Program Director - Science of Instruction (Teaching Certificate) at Drexel University
Associate Clinical Professor and Program Director - Science of Instruction (Teaching Certificate) at Drexel University
Position Location: Drexel University - Center for Graduate Studies, One Capitol Mall, Suite 260, Sacramento, CA 95814
Posting Summary: The successful candidate will serve in a dual role. One role is to function as the Associate Program Director for the development of Drexel University's highly successful Science of Instruction (INST) Masters of Science degree program under the direction and collaboration of the Director of Teacher Certification Programs and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the School of Education within Goodwin College of Professional Studies. The second role is to serve as an Associate Clinical Professor to teach blended courses, both online and face-to-face, in the INST programs at the Drexel University Center for Graduate Studies located in downtown Sacramento, CA.
It is planned that the successful candidate for this full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track appointment, will be assigned 50% of their time, (the annual equivalent teaching load of 24 credits) to teach in the program and with 50% of their duties dedicated to the development of the INST program in Sacramento.
Qualifications: The successful applicant will have earned a doctoral degree in the relevant area or a related field as well as California teacher certification. Desirable teaching qualifications include: evidence of excellence in teaching, excellent verbal and written communication skills, interest in a highly collaborative faculty environment, experience in and enthusiasm to teach both face to face and online, and experience in curriculum planning.
Responsibilities: The successful applicant will demonstrate evidence or potential for research, leadership, successful grant writing and other fund-raising activities, and the ability to work collaboratively with on-campus and off-campus colleagues and constituencies; to thrive in an urban and multicultural setting; and to utilize technology-enhanced learning. Other duties as assigned.
Position Location: Drexel University - Center for Graduate Studies, One Capitol Mall, Suite 260, Sacramento, CA 95814
Posting Summary: The successful candidate will serve in a dual role. One role is to function as the Associate Program Director for the development of Drexel University's highly successful Science of Instruction (INST) Masters of Science degree program under the direction and collaboration of the Director of Teacher Certification Programs and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the School of Education within Goodwin College of Professional Studies. The second role is to serve as an Associate Clinical Professor to teach blended courses, both online and face-to-face, in the INST programs at the Drexel University Center for Graduate Studies located in downtown Sacramento, CA.
It is planned that the successful candidate for this full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track appointment, will be assigned 50% of their time, (the annual equivalent teaching load of 24 credits) to teach in the program and with 50% of their duties dedicated to the development of the INST program in Sacramento.
Qualifications: The successful applicant will have earned a doctoral degree in the relevant area or a related field as well as California teacher certification. Desirable teaching qualifications include: evidence of excellence in teaching, excellent verbal and written communication skills, interest in a highly collaborative faculty environment, experience in and enthusiasm to teach both face to face and online, and experience in curriculum planning.
Responsibilities: The successful applicant will demonstrate evidence or potential for research, leadership, successful grant writing and other fund-raising activities, and the ability to work collaboratively with on-campus and off-campus colleagues and constituencies; to thrive in an urban and multicultural setting; and to utilize technology-enhanced learning. Other duties as assigned.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Instructional Resource Professional at ASU
The Department of Physics at Arizona State University seeks an Instructional Resource Professional to join the service-oriented Physics Instructional Resource Team (PIRT). Duties will involve teaching and instructional support related to the department’s academic programs, with particular focus on instructional laboratories.
Minimum qualifications are a Master’s degree in Physics or a related discipline, one year of applicable laboratory experience, and effective English written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred qualifications include: PhD in Experimental Physics; experience in physics instruction or instructional support; experience operating and troubleshooting a wide variety of laboratory instruments; experience with computer data acquisition.
Deadline: 8/19/09 or every two weeks thereafter until search is closed. AA/EOE. For position description and application instructions, please visit http://physics.asu.edu/employment.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Instructor at Northwestern State Univ.
Northwestern State University of Louisiana invites applications for a full-time Physics Instructor beginning as early as fall 2009.
QUALIFICATIONS: M.S. or Ph.D. degree required with strong aptitude for teaching introductory courses. Preference will be given to those with graduate coursework and teaching experience in physics, but experience in related fields will also be considered.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include teaching physics and physical science courses and labs, advising students, involving undergraduates in research and performing service for the Department and University. Many of our students are actively involved in undergraduate research through our JOVE scholarship program.
APPLICATION: Send application letter, vita, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable until final screening), statement of teaching philosophy, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to:
Dr. Paul Withey
Chemistry and Physics
Northwestern State University
118 Fournet Hall
Natchitoches, LA 71497
E-mail: withey@nsula.edu
QUALIFICATIONS: M.S. or Ph.D. degree required with strong aptitude for teaching introductory courses. Preference will be given to those with graduate coursework and teaching experience in physics, but experience in related fields will also be considered.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include teaching physics and physical science courses and labs, advising students, involving undergraduates in research and performing service for the Department and University. Many of our students are actively involved in undergraduate research through our JOVE scholarship program.
APPLICATION: Send application letter, vita, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable until final screening), statement of teaching philosophy, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to:
Dr. Paul Withey
Chemistry and Physics
Northwestern State University
118 Fournet Hall
Natchitoches, LA 71497
E-mail: withey@nsula.edu
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Evaluation Associate at Lawrence Hall of Science
Evaluation Associate: Educational Technology
The Center for Research, Evaluation, and Assessment (REA) at the Lawrence Hall of
Science designs evaluation studies to provide evidence about the effectiveness of LHS
programs, collaborates with external evaluators and assessment specialists, and
conducts applied research to inform practices of the LHS programs.
We are in search of an Evaluation Associate who will provide expertise regarding the
evaluation of educational technology products and programs. The appointee will
specialize in the evaluation of educational technology products and programs. The
appointee will design evaluation studies, coordinate and conduct data collection
activities (interviews, surveys, observations), conduct data analyses, prepare evaluation
and project reports, conduct and write literature reviews, assist in developing and writing
funding proposals, assist in the development and writing of Human Subjects protocols;
present and publish results in academic and professional venues; and perform other
duties to support of the REA Center.
Minimum qualitfications include:
REQUIRED: MA or MS in educational evaluation or related field required; Past relevant
work experience in educational evaluation with specific focus on multi-media technology;
survey development and administration experience; data management experience;
experience with statistical methods and quantitative analysis; ability to work with multiple
clients and subjects in a variety of settings; experience developing and implementing
Human Subjects protocols and working with CPHS to gain appropriate exemptions and
approvals; ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse audiences and
clients; experience working with learners in multiple settings, including K-12 schools.
PREFERRED: Ph.D., Ed.D; publication record and grant writing experience; project
management experience.
Salary Range: $55,464-$58,224
UC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
To apply, please send a letter of interest and your C.V. to Jami Rousseaux-Savon
(jami_rousseaux@berkeley.edu) by July 22, 2009
The Center for Research, Evaluation, and Assessment (REA) at the Lawrence Hall of
Science designs evaluation studies to provide evidence about the effectiveness of LHS
programs, collaborates with external evaluators and assessment specialists, and
conducts applied research to inform practices of the LHS programs.
We are in search of an Evaluation Associate who will provide expertise regarding the
evaluation of educational technology products and programs. The appointee will
specialize in the evaluation of educational technology products and programs. The
appointee will design evaluation studies, coordinate and conduct data collection
activities (interviews, surveys, observations), conduct data analyses, prepare evaluation
and project reports, conduct and write literature reviews, assist in developing and writing
funding proposals, assist in the development and writing of Human Subjects protocols;
present and publish results in academic and professional venues; and perform other
duties to support of the REA Center.
Minimum qualitfications include:
REQUIRED: MA or MS in educational evaluation or related field required; Past relevant
work experience in educational evaluation with specific focus on multi-media technology;
survey development and administration experience; data management experience;
experience with statistical methods and quantitative analysis; ability to work with multiple
clients and subjects in a variety of settings; experience developing and implementing
Human Subjects protocols and working with CPHS to gain appropriate exemptions and
approvals; ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse audiences and
clients; experience working with learners in multiple settings, including K-12 schools.
PREFERRED: Ph.D., Ed.D; publication record and grant writing experience; project
management experience.
Salary Range: $55,464-$58,224
UC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
To apply, please send a letter of interest and your C.V. to Jami Rousseaux-Savon
(jami_rousseaux@berkeley.edu) by July 22, 2009
Thursday, July 16, 2009
TT at Benedictine Univ.
Position Description: Teach a variety of courses throughout the curriculum including teaching and course development for advanced undergraduate physics, introductory physics lecture and lab courses for physical science/engineering majors and life/health science majors; establish and participate in externally-funded faculty/student research programs in any area of physics, experimental preferred, in which undergraduate students can be involved. Startup funds available.
Qualifications: Ph.D. required with research interest involving undergraduate students; teaching and postdoctoral experience is preferred. Interdisciplinary experience desirable. Candidates must have legal authority to work in the USA permanently.
Application Process: Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of recommendation (one addressing teaching effectiveness) to: Rose Fisk, Coordinator, College of Science, Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, IL 60532. Email: rfisk@ben.edu. Fax: 630-829-6547. E.O.E.
[Editor's note: Not sure if what the time frame for this appointment is, but presume Fall 2010.]
Qualifications: Ph.D. required with research interest involving undergraduate students; teaching and postdoctoral experience is preferred. Interdisciplinary experience desirable. Candidates must have legal authority to work in the USA permanently.
Application Process: Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of recommendation (one addressing teaching effectiveness) to: Rose Fisk, Coordinator, College of Science, Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, IL 60532. Email: rfisk@ben.edu. Fax: 630-829-6547. E.O.E.
[Editor's note: Not sure if what the time frame for this appointment is, but presume Fall 2010.]
TT at Middlebury College
The Department of Physics solicits applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning September 2010, in Physics.
The successful candidate will be expected to be able to teach a broad range of courses in the standard undergraduate physics curriculum and to contribute to the College's mission of breadth in a liberal education. Candidates should provide evidence of commitment to excellent teaching and potential to develop a strong research program involving undergraduate participation; field of specialization is open but with a preference for experimental physics.
Send letter of application with a statement of teaching interests, curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, a sample of scholarly work, and three current letters of recommendation, at least two of which must speak to teaching ability, to:
Chair, Department of Physics
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT 05753 USA
No electronic applications will be accepted. Enquiries may be addressed to the Physics Department Chair at pdc@middlebury.edu. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and end when the position has been filled, provided a suitable candidate has been found. Middlebury College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse faculty to complement the increasing diversity of the student body.
The successful candidate will be expected to be able to teach a broad range of courses in the standard undergraduate physics curriculum and to contribute to the College's mission of breadth in a liberal education. Candidates should provide evidence of commitment to excellent teaching and potential to develop a strong research program involving undergraduate participation; field of specialization is open but with a preference for experimental physics.
Send letter of application with a statement of teaching interests, curriculum vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, a sample of scholarly work, and three current letters of recommendation, at least two of which must speak to teaching ability, to:
Chair, Department of Physics
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT 05753 USA
No electronic applications will be accepted. Enquiries may be addressed to the Physics Department Chair at pdc@middlebury.edu. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and end when the position has been filled, provided a suitable candidate has been found. Middlebury College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse faculty to complement the increasing diversity of the student body.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Post Doctoral Research Associate in Science Education
Position Summary:
The Science Education Program seeks an outstanding candidate for a position as an Associate Research Physicist. The successful candidate will support existing programs for students and teachers, such as the Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy Institute for High School Physics Teachers and the National Undergraduate Fellowship in Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy Sciences. The responsibilities include leading workshops, designing new curricula, and conducting assessment. In addition, he or she will conduct plasma physics research in the Science Education Laboratory. Topics include dusty plasmas, plasma processing, and the development of new plasma sources suitable for high school classrooms and science museums. The successful candidate will also identify new funding sources and assist the Head of the Program in implementing new educational initiatives such as an interactive online web site that uses real-time data from the National Spherical Torus Experiment.
Essential Qualifications:
Qualifications include: Ph.D. or equivalent in physics or physics education. Experience in science education, including teaching, curriculum development, teacher training, assessment and evaluation, or other relevant experience. Experience in advanced experimental physics is preferred.
Qualified applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and bibliography at:
https://jobs.princeton.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1247528858224
For full consideration, two letters of recommendation must be mailed to:
Dr. Andrew Zwicker, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory,
James Forrestal Campus,
P.O. Box 451, Princeton, NJ 08543
or emailed to azwicker@pppl.gov.
Preferred Qualifications
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
VAP at DePaul Univ.
DePaul University invites applications for a one-year visiting professor in physics beginning September 2009.
This is primarily a teaching position, with minimal support for research activity. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching laboratory and lecture courses, primarily for non-science majors, with a typical class size being 20–40 students.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a discussion of teaching experience and interests (focusing on courses for non-science majors), and the names and addresses of three references to: Jesús Pando, Chair, Department of Physics, DePaul University, 2219 North Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Further information about the department can be found at http://las.depaul.edu/physics/. DePaul University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and members of minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
This is primarily a teaching position, with minimal support for research activity. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching laboratory and lecture courses, primarily for non-science majors, with a typical class size being 20–40 students.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a discussion of teaching experience and interests (focusing on courses for non-science majors), and the names and addresses of three references to: Jesús Pando, Chair, Department of Physics, DePaul University, 2219 North Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Further information about the department can be found at http://las.depaul.edu/physics/. DePaul University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and members of minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Adjunct at Elon University
Elon University is looking for an adjunct to teach an "Energy and the Environment" class this fall. The class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:10 PM. Classes run from September 1st to December 17th. To give you a feel for what's taught in it, here is a link to a website created by Frank Harris for his section of the course:
http://facstaff.elon.edu/harrisf/Energy/
If you or someone you know is qualified (M.S. or above) and willing to teach this course, please let Dr. Tony Crider know.
Dr. Tony Crider
Chair, Department of Physics
Elon University
2625 Campus Box
Elon, NC 27244
336-278-6268
http://facstaff.elon.edu/harrisf/Energy/
If you or someone you know is qualified (M.S. or above) and willing to teach this course, please let Dr. Tony Crider know.
Dr. Tony Crider
Chair, Department of Physics
Elon University
2625 Campus Box
Elon, NC 27244
336-278-6268
Monday, July 6, 2009
TT at Denison Univ.
The Denison University Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor preferably starting Fall, 2010, although a later start may be considered under exceptional circumstances.
Ph.D. required. (ed: Ph.D. in physics preferred.) We are seeking candidates vitally interested in teaching physics at both the beginning and advanced levels including laboratory-based courses. The successful applicant is expected to carry out active research with the involvement of undergraduates. Substantial start-up funds for research will be available, and Denison supports generous professional and family leave programs.
Denison University is a highly-selective liberal arts college of 2100 students, located in Granville, Ohio, 30 minutes from Columbus. The department consists of six faculty, a technical assistant, and a secretary. Facilities include excellent equipment for both teaching and research, first class on-site experimental labs, a link to the Ohio Supercomputer, an observatory, a planetarium, and a well-equipped machine shop. Additional information may be obtained from our web site at http://www.denison.edu/physics/.
Applicants should submit vita, graduate school transcripts, a description of teaching interests and experience, a proposed research plan including the means for involving undergraduates, and three (3) letters of reference online at https://employment.denison.edu. Applications received by October 15, 2009 will receive full consideration; applications may be accepted until the position is filled. Denison's commitment to foster a diverse community is central to our liberal arts mission, therefore candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Ph.D. required. (ed: Ph.D. in physics preferred.) We are seeking candidates vitally interested in teaching physics at both the beginning and advanced levels including laboratory-based courses. The successful applicant is expected to carry out active research with the involvement of undergraduates. Substantial start-up funds for research will be available, and Denison supports generous professional and family leave programs.
Denison University is a highly-selective liberal arts college of 2100 students, located in Granville, Ohio, 30 minutes from Columbus. The department consists of six faculty, a technical assistant, and a secretary. Facilities include excellent equipment for both teaching and research, first class on-site experimental labs, a link to the Ohio Supercomputer, an observatory, a planetarium, and a well-equipped machine shop. Additional information may be obtained from our web site at http://www.denison.edu/physics/.
Applicants should submit vita, graduate school transcripts, a description of teaching interests and experience, a proposed research plan including the means for involving undergraduates, and three (3) letters of reference online at https://employment.denison.edu. Applications received by October 15, 2009 will receive full consideration; applications may be accepted until the position is filled. Denison's commitment to foster a diverse community is central to our liberal arts mission, therefore candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Instructor at Univ. of Colorado Denver
The Department of Physics in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Colorado Denver, has a senior instructorship available focused on teaching various courses in Physics to undergraduate students.
The downtown campus is located in the heart of the city's commercial, cultural and recreational district. Its location in downtown Denver attracts a diverse population, comprising primarily commuters, many of whom are non-traditional students. This diversity is enriched by our commitment to a philosophy of inclusion, embedded in all aspects of campus life from its community members, curriculum, research and community service, allowing for the creation of a learning environment that welcomes, embraces, sustains and celebrates the unique and shared experiences of faculty, staff and students.
The teaching load for this Sr. Instructor position is 4/4. This position begins August 17, 2009 and is annually renewable depending on performance. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. The successful applicant must pass a background investigation prior to employment.
Minimum Qualifications: A PhD degree in Physics and a demonstrable record of strong performance in the teaching Physics at the undergraduate levels are required.
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/pbs/.
Review of applications will begin on July 12, 2009 and continue until position is filled.
Applications are accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com, refer to job posting #807537.
The downtown campus is located in the heart of the city's commercial, cultural and recreational district. Its location in downtown Denver attracts a diverse population, comprising primarily commuters, many of whom are non-traditional students. This diversity is enriched by our commitment to a philosophy of inclusion, embedded in all aspects of campus life from its community members, curriculum, research and community service, allowing for the creation of a learning environment that welcomes, embraces, sustains and celebrates the unique and shared experiences of faculty, staff and students.
The teaching load for this Sr. Instructor position is 4/4. This position begins August 17, 2009 and is annually renewable depending on performance. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. The successful applicant must pass a background investigation prior to employment.
Minimum Qualifications: A PhD degree in Physics and a demonstrable record of strong performance in the teaching Physics at the undergraduate levels are required.
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/pbs/.
Review of applications will begin on July 12, 2009 and continue until position is filled.
Applications are accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com, refer to job posting #807537.
TT at Mt. Holyoke College
The Mount Holyoke College Physics Department invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin Fall 2010.
We seek an experimental physicist with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and to the development of a vigorous, on-campus, externally-funded laboratory research program involving undergraduates. The position is open with regards to specialty, but candidates with interdisciplinary connections to biology or materials science are especially encouraged to apply. Excellent facilities and technical support for research are available on campus, as well as access to a state of the art clean room at the nearby University of Massachusetts.
Mount Holyoke College is an undergraduate liberal arts college for women with 2100 students and 210 faculty. It is located about 80 miles west of Boston in the Connecticut Valley, and is a member of the Five College Consortium, consisting of Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts. Mount Holyoke is committed to fostering multicultural diversity and awareness in its faculty, staff, and student body and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. The campus has grown increasingly diverse over the past fifteen years; half of the faculty are women and one quarter are persons of color. Among our students, approximately 22% are domestic students of color and 18% are international. We in the Physics Department value inclusiveness and strive to broaden access to the discipline. We particularly encourage people who share these commitments to submit their applications.
Applications, including a cover letter addressing the candidate’s reasons for interest in Mount Holyoke, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching experience with emphasis on approaches to teaching undergraduates, a research plan involving undergraduates, and the email addresses for three individuals who will be submitting written letters of recommendation should be submitted online at http://jobsearch.mtholyoke.edu. We ask that applicants incorporate relevant background experience or proposed strategies for mentoring a diverse student body into their materials. For further information please contact Prof. Janice Hudgings, jhudging@mtholyoke.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1, and will continue until the position is filled.
We seek an experimental physicist with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and to the development of a vigorous, on-campus, externally-funded laboratory research program involving undergraduates. The position is open with regards to specialty, but candidates with interdisciplinary connections to biology or materials science are especially encouraged to apply. Excellent facilities and technical support for research are available on campus, as well as access to a state of the art clean room at the nearby University of Massachusetts.
Mount Holyoke College is an undergraduate liberal arts college for women with 2100 students and 210 faculty. It is located about 80 miles west of Boston in the Connecticut Valley, and is a member of the Five College Consortium, consisting of Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts. Mount Holyoke is committed to fostering multicultural diversity and awareness in its faculty, staff, and student body and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. The campus has grown increasingly diverse over the past fifteen years; half of the faculty are women and one quarter are persons of color. Among our students, approximately 22% are domestic students of color and 18% are international. We in the Physics Department value inclusiveness and strive to broaden access to the discipline. We particularly encourage people who share these commitments to submit their applications.
Applications, including a cover letter addressing the candidate’s reasons for interest in Mount Holyoke, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching experience with emphasis on approaches to teaching undergraduates, a research plan involving undergraduates, and the email addresses for three individuals who will be submitting written letters of recommendation should be submitted online at http://jobsearch.mtholyoke.edu. We ask that applicants incorporate relevant background experience or proposed strategies for mentoring a diverse student body into their materials. For further information please contact Prof. Janice Hudgings, jhudging@mtholyoke.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1, and will continue until the position is filled.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
VAP at Western Kentucky Univ.
The Physics and Astronomy Department invites applications for a one year visiting assistant professorship to begin August 15, 2009, pending full funding. We seek a person with a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate physics and/or astronomy courses and laboratories. A Ph.D. degree in physics or a related field is required and teaching experience is preferred.
Review of all applications will begin July 2 with applications being accepted until the position is filled. Application instructions may be found at http://physics.wku.edu/facultysearch/application-visit.html. Inquiries about the position should be forwarded to Dr. Strolger, Search Committee Chairman, at Louis.Strolger@wku.edu.
Western Kentucky University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Review of all applications will begin July 2 with applications being accepted until the position is filled. Application instructions may be found at http://physics.wku.edu/facultysearch/application-visit.html. Inquiries about the position should be forwarded to Dr. Strolger, Search Committee Chairman, at Louis.Strolger@wku.edu.
Western Kentucky University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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