Science Teaching Fellow in Physics/ PER Postdoc

Position: Science Teaching Fellow in Physics / PER Postdoc

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

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

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

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

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

Temp Job, Truman State University

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

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

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

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

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

The University: A vibrant community of teacher-scholars with a
highly-selective student body, Truman is a residential university
focused on providing its 5,800 students with broad liberal arts
experiences and depth of study in 47 undergraduate majors and six
graduate programs. Truman is nationally recognized for the quality of
the educational opportunities it offers students and for its leadership
in the assessment of student learning and continuous improvement. For
the eleventh year, Truman, Missouri's public liberal arts and sciences
university, has been recognized as the No. 1 Public University in the
Midwest Region - Master's Category by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Kirksville, Truman plays a vital role in the life of a thriving rural community served by commuter air service and Amtrak.

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

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

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

Undergraduate teaching, Brandeis University

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

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

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

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

Tenure track at Georgia College & State University

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

North Dakota University PER Tenure Track Position

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New Doctoral Program at University of Illinois

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

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

Non-tenure-track at University of Houston

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

Tenure-track at Anderson University

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

US Residents Only. Employer will assist with relocation costs

Tenure-track at Elon University

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

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

Tenure track at Misericordia University

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

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

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

Salary: $42,000

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Visiting Professor, Weber State University

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

Assistant Professor Physics, Columbus State University

Job Summary:

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

Minimum requirements:

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

Application Procedures:

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

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

Outreach Coordinator

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

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

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


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

Tenure-Track in Science Ed at ASU

Three New Tenure Track Positions in Science Education

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tenure Track in Science Ed at Central Michigan University

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Two Visiting Assistant Professors at Gustavus Adolphus College

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

Fellowship at Institute for Advanced Studies in Graz - Austria

Dear Madam or Sir,
we would like to announce the

IAS-STS Fellowship Programme 2008-2009

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Assistant/Associate Professor of Physics at SELU

Assistant/Associate Professor of Physics
Chemistry & Physics
Job Requisition Number 070803

Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related discipline
and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching at all levels. We are
seeking a candidate whose research interest complement the existing
research programs in the department. Undergraduate teaching experience
and a proven record of supervising undergraduate research successfully are
preferred. Applicants must be committed to working with diversity.

Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to teach 12 contact hours of
lecture and laboratory per semester; hold 10 office hour per week; develop
a research program involving undergraduate students and/or students
enrolled in the Master's of Integrated Science and Technology program; and
to perform activities of service for the department, the university and
the community.

Salary
Salary commensurate with education and experience.

To Apply
should send letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, names and
contact information for three references, a statement of teaching
experience and philosophy, a statement of research plans, and copies of
ALL transcripts (originals required upon employment) to:

Chair, Physics Search Committee
Department of Chemistry & Physics
SLU 10878
Hammond, LA 70402

To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by
December 3, 2007.

Southeastern Louisiana University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer. Southeastern
recruits, selects, employs and promotes without regard to race, sex,
creed, disability, or national origin.

sent by Eleanor C Sayre

Postdoctoral research position—mathematics education evaluation &

Where: University of Colorado

What: Postdoc

Ethnography & Evaluation Research (E&ER) at the University of Colorado at Boulder invites applications for a position as postdoctoral researcher in mathematics education assessment and evaluation. The researcher will contribute to the design, implementation, and dissemination of results for a multi-year evaluation for a national reform initiative in undergraduate mathematics education by five prominent universities. The researcher may also join other ongoing or new projects in evaluation and research of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and career development.

Desired qualifications:
BA/BS or advanced degree in mathematics, math education, or a closely related field, with graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in math, math education/assessment, or STEM education research.

Desired skills:
Design and analysis of survey and assessment instruments, statistical analysis, web programming, quantitative and qualitative software, use of scholarly literature, strong oral and written communication, independent and
collaborative work. Math teaching experience, familiarity with the research base in math education and assessment, and/or other skills that complement E&ER's existing strengths in qualitativeresearch and science education, will be a plus.

The position is to be funded starting September 1, 2007, in Boulder, CO, as a one-year, renewable position, pending final notification of grant funding. The position will be in the research faculty track at the University of Colorado at Boulder. E&ER is a nationally known research and evaluation unit that specializes in studies of science, math, and engineering education. Representative recent publications include Hunter, Laursen & Seymour, Science Education, 2006; Laursen et al., CBE-Life Sciences Online,2007; Marschke et al., J. Higher Education, 2007; Seymour, Partners in Innovation (Rowman & Littlefield), 2006.

The University of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Submit curriculum vitae, cover letter, writing sample (3-5 pages), and a list of three references to: Sandra Laursen, Ph.D., sandra.laursen@colorado.edu (email preferred, as Word or PDF files), or 580 UCB, University of Colorado, Boulder CO 80309-0580. Review of applications will begin immediately and will end when the position is filled.

Sandra Laursen, Ph.D.
Ethnography & Evaluation Research (E&ER)
Center to Advance Research and Teaching in the Social Sciences (CARTSS)
University of Colorado at Boulder
580 UCB
Boulder, CO 80309-0580