High School Physics Teacher, Solebury School PA

https://www.solebury.org/about/employment-opportunities/chemistry-and-physics-teacher

Title: Physics Teacher
Date: 4/21/2023
FLSA Classification: Full-time, exempt
Reports To: Director of Studies

Solebury School seeks a qualified, experienced Physics Teacher to begin in the 2023-2024 academic year. An intentionally small, all-gender, independent day and boarding school for students in grades 9-12, Solebury is nestled on a rolling 140 acre campus in the Pennsylvania countryside. Solebury students and faculty pursue learning as a shared endeavor; this approach to education is a cornerstone of Solebury’s educational philosophy. Successful candidates will be excited to join a school community built upon this principle of mutual respect. On-campus housing is possible based on availability.

Essential Functions
● Teach up to four total high-school Physics classes (from general level to Advanced Placement) in 80 minute blocks meeting 2-3 times each per week, incorporating labs and activities within each of the courses
● Foster a strong working relationship with students, colleagues, and families
● Lead an after school activity (such as newspaper) from 3:45-5:15pm three days per week for two out of the three trimesters
● Participate in assigned weekend duties as part of the boarding program, with number of weekends based on housing
● Serve as an advisor of up to eight students
● Engage in continuing professional development

Competencies
● Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and in working with students and community members
● Excellent verbal and written communication
● Ability to teach across the science curriculum
● Passion for teaching and working with high school students

Required Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Physics or related field
● Demonstrated experience teaching high school students

Preferred Qualifications
● Master’s degree or higher in Physics, Education, or related field
● Boarding and/or independent school experience

Physical Requirements and Work Environment
● Physical: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, reach for or otherwise move objects, including textbooks and other teaching materials. Sedentary work involves sitting, standing and walking around the classroom.
● Communication: Activities include both hearing and talking to express or exchange ideas and information.
● Environmental conditions: Activities occur mostly inside and occasionally outside.
● Valid driver’s license required as well as ability to pass a variety of background checks

Solebury School offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to all eligible employees, including:
● Medical & Vision Insurance (free option for employees and employee plus children)
● Dental Insurance
● 403 (b) defined contribution retirement plan
● Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and School Holidays
● Short and Long Term Disability insurance, life insurance

As part of the terms for employment and in accordance with state law, all employees undergo national, state and local background checks before starting. Employment is also contingent on the ability to establish eligibility for employment in the United States by providing appropriate documentation to complete the I-9 form and required certifications. All employees must have reliable transportation to and from school, and a valid driver's license is required.

Please submit resume and cover letter to Staci Freer, Special Projects Manager via email sfreer@solebury.org. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin immediately.

Solebury School seeks teachers who enjoy being a part of a culture of learning, where they are always striving to improve their teaching through feedback and self-evaluation. We value intellectual challenge and academic achievement alongside mutual respect between students and teachers.

Since its founding in 1925, Solebury School has been a leader in progressive education. We are an all-gender boarding and day school serving more than 240 students in grades 9-12. Solebury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FT Instructor, University of Minnesota Rochester

 https://hr.myu.umn.edu/psc/hrprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Employee&JobOpeningId=355388&PostingSeq=1

Type: Full-Time
Posted: 04/27/2023
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Physics

The University of Minnesota Rochester (www.r.umn.edu) invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position in physics for its undergraduate degree program, the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BSHS). The position is primarily teaching-focused with the expectation of contributing to departmental and institutional service (90% teaching, 10% service). 

The University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Low cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health care and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts
• Excellent retirement plans with employer match
• Disability and employer paid life insurance
• Wellbeing program with reduced insurance premiums
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities covering 75%-100% of eligible tuition
• Opportunities for growth and promotion
• Employee Assistance Program

We are seeking a qualified instructor who has significant interest in supporting student learning in a high-contact model inside and outside of the classroom and lab. This faculty member will work collaboratively and creatively with an established faculty team, teaching physics coursework to undergraduate health sciences students. The successful instructor will have experience in implementing pedagogical strategies and supporting a diverse student body population as 39% of UMR students are students of color and 43% are first generation students. The instructor should be prepared to teach undergraduate courses in physics, with the possibility of teaching other student focused courses in the Center for Learning Innovation, such as first-year Cornerstone courses, to support student success.

Duties include both collaborative and independent preparation and delivery of course content in an interactive learning classroom and lab, grading, holding weekly hours in the Just ASK tutoring center (https://r.umn.edu/academics-research/academic-resources/just-ask), supervising undergraduate teaching assistants, facilitating department-wide data collection efforts that coincide with course delivery duties, participating in faculty governance, and other related duties as assigned.

The instructor will join the Center for Learning Innovation (CLI), an innovative, interdisciplinary department. The CLI coordinates the development and teaching of an integrated, writing-enriched curriculum for a baccalaureate degree in the health sciences. It promotes a learner-centered, undergraduate environment in which ongoing assessment informs pedagogical and curricular choices and is the basis for data-driven research on learning. 

Position Requirements
A master’s or doctorate degree in physics or a closely related field and knowledge of physics fundamentals are required for this position. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), a commitment to exemplary teaching, and experience teaching at the undergraduate level. Experience with interdisciplinary teams and knowledge in physics education research-based innovative instruction and pedagogy is preferred. The successful candidate is also comfortable working independently and within a team. 

Continuing professional development participation is expected from the instructor and there will be opportunities to attend conferences, workshops, on-line tutorials, and to join professional development opportunities, and/or membership in professional organizations.

University of Minnesota Rochester Vision and Core Values
The University of Minnesota Rochester is a health-focused campus entering an exciting second phase of growth, having launched in 2009 and achieved national acclaim. UMR plans to grow from 1,000 to 1,500 students over the next several years. The University of Minnesota Rochester lives by its vision to inspire and empower undergraduates to solve the health challenges of the 21st century. 

UMR core values are embedded in our vision: community, respect, diversity and inclusivity, evidence-based decision making and human potential. In this vibrant context, students are at the center of all we do – including faculty research focused on scholarship of teaching and learning. A point of pride for this vibrant campus community is our achievement of equity in educational attainment, with a diverse student body (>70% underrepresented students). To learn more about UMR, visit r.umn.edu/.

How to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with the expectation of starting August, 2023 (Fall Semester). Applications must be submitted online at https://humanresources.umn.edu/content/find-job. Search postings for Job Requisition #355388 for application instructions and links. In addition to the Faculty/Academic Application for Employment form, applicants must attach to the online application a (1) curriculum vitae and may be asked later in the search to provide a (2) description of teaching experience and philosophy, and (3) statement of commitment to diversity with an example of addressing diversity in the classroom (or other relevant setting). Annual salary will be no less than $50,000. For more information, e-mail umrhr@r.umn.edu. 

Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit: https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

1-Year VAP, Optics Background, Eastern Michigan University

 https://careers.emich.edu/jobs/visiting-assistant-professor-physics-ypsilanti-michigan-united-states

EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, VISITING PROFESSOR of PHYSICS

The Eastern Michigan University Depart­ment of Physics and Astronomy invites ap­plications for a full-time, one-year visiting professorship, beginning August 2023. Eastern Michigan University is located in southeastern Michigan and boasts a vibrant and dynamic community. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment that supports excellence in education. The Department is housed in a recently renovated building with expansive research space, a machine shop and collaborative work environments.

Re­spon­si­bilities of this one-year position include teaching a range of undergraduate and graduate physics courses (including graduate optics), supervising students in independent study and working with graduate students conducting research.

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in physics or applied physics
Evidence of ability or potential to teach upper-level optics courses
Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and identities

The Department currently has research facilities in thin films and surface science, optics, and plasma physics. Teaching commitment approximately 12 credit hours per semester. This teaching load is approximately 24 contact hours per week, including lectures and office hours. See www.emich.edu/physicsastronomy for more information about courses and the department.

Please submit a letter of application, documented evidence of a strong commitment to teaching with a statement of teaching approach, a one-page statement of research interests and a CV, including the names and contact information of three professional ref­er­ences.

Instructor - Mount Holyoke

 https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1024/cw/en-us/job/493583/visiting-lecturer-in-physics

The Mount Holyoke College Physics Department seeks a Visiting Lecturer to begin in Fall 2023, for one year, with the possibility of renewal. We are searching broadly for candidates with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching physics and a passion for engaging a diverse population of undergraduate students.

The instructor will teach the equivalent of 5 courses per year. In a typical year, this would mean 2 lecture sections and 6 lab sections (1 lab = 0.5 course), but these numbers can shift depending on particular needs for the year. The instructor will provide primary oversight for the introductory labs – consulting with faculty and staff about supplies, equipment, and curriculum, and supervising student workers who help with the labs. The instructor would have no other formal expectations (e.g. advising, college service). Upon successful review in the second year, and in consultation with the Provost, this teaching-focused position may be extended.

The Physics Department at Mount Holyoke is small but thriving. The five professors, with support from the physics technician and department coordinator, support coursework and activities for all our students, and we graduate 10-18 majors each year. We pride ourselves on providing opportunities for students to engage with potentially publishable research as early as their first year. Mount Holyoke is an undergraduate liberal arts college for women with 2,200 students and 220 faculty, located about 80 miles west of Boston in the Connecticut River valley, and is a member of the Five College consortium consisting of Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke and Smith Colleges and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.

Candidates should have experience teaching at the undergraduate level, and interests in teaching and mentoring students who are broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion. Completion of a PhD in Physics or a related field (e.g. Astronomy, Engineering, or STEM Education) is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire; strong candidates with a Master’s degree will be considered. Candidates will be required to submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for three references, and three statements concerning (1) teaching philosophy, (2) research interests, and (3) approach to mentoring a diverse student body. While research productivity is NOT an expectation of this job, we are curious to know what expertise you might bring. For those candidates wishing to engage in research or other professional activities, there are mechanisms of support for professional development.

Energy and Equity Postdoc, University of Washington Bothell

 https://ap.washington.edu/ahr/position-details/?job_id=112218

Postdoctoral Scholar, Energy & Equity Research Team, UW Bothell

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Position Overview

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Organization: Physical Sciences

Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Energy & Equity Research Team, UW Bothell

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Position Description

The Energy and Equity Project, based in the Division of Physical Sciences, in the School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, at the University of Washington Bothell, invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar who is enthusiastic and self-motivated with demonstrated capability and interest in conducting research on and with high school teachers integrating equity education into their physics instruction.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• (Research) Construct evidence-supported arguments about integrating equity into energy instruction, based on an existing video data library of hundreds of hours of online high school physics teacher professional development (as well as teacher lesson plans and surveys). Collaborate with university and high school teacher colleagues to construct, develop, and refine research findings (findings may address teacher learning, impact of professional development on teaching, teacher dispositions, attitudes, and behaviors, or related topics).

• (Theoretical framework) Apply an asset-based, resources-oriented learning theoretical framework to the work in this project

• (Presentations and publications) Apply excellent presentation skills to develop conference proposals and present findings at academic conferences. Apply excellent writing skills to lead and contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals.

• (Equity, diversity, and inclusion) Contribute to furthering UW Bothell’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion: https://www.uwb.edu/diversity

The Postdoctoral Scholar will be under the direct supervision of Dr. Rachel Scherr, and will also be part of a larger team including Dr. Kara Gray and Dr. Lane Seeley (Physics, Seattle Pacific University); and consultants Dr. Tali Hairston (Equitable Development LLC), Dr. Sam McKagan, and Dr. Adrian Madsen (Alder Seattle Education Association).

This position is a full time 12 month (one-year) renewable appointment up to two years, contingent upon performance and available funding. The start date will depend on the successful candidate's availability, and the successful candidate will be expected to work in Washington during the appointment. The base salary range for this position will be $5,459-$5,553/month ($65,508-$66,636 per year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Postdoctoral scholars at the University of Washington are engaged in full-time, mentored, advanced training to enhance professional skills and research independence, and perform primarily research and scholarship under the direction and supervision of University faculty mentors. Postdoctoral scholar positions are non-tenure eligible. Postdoctoral scholars in the Physical Sciences Division have an annual service period of twelve months. Postdoctoral Scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website (https://hr.uw.edu/labor/academic-and-student-unions/uaw-postdocs/uaw-postdoc-contract).

Qualifications

• A PhD in physics or physical science, science education, learning sciences, or related field, or foreign equivalent, by time of appointment
• An undergraduate degree in physics or related field, or demonstrated facility with content of typical introductory university physics course

Instructions

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants should upload the following application materials to Interfolio.

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Names and contact information for three (3) references who will be prepared to submit letters of recommendation upon request
4. Diversity Statement (1 page) describing your experience with and capacity for furthering UW Bothell’s commitment to equity and inclusion: https://www.uwb.edu/diversity

Applicants will also be required to complete the following forms in Interfolio:

1. Covid Vaccine Attestation
2. Sexual Misconduct Declaration: State law requires that the University of Washington obtain the Disclosure of Sexual Misconduct declaration signed by the candidate. The declaration will require you to disclose any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct, to authorize current and past employers to disclose to the UW any sexual misconduct currently being investigated and/or committed by you, and to release current and past employers from any liability.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by April 28, 2023 will receive priority consideration.

Questions about this search may be directed to Prof. Rachel Scherr (rescherr@uw.edu). 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.

Six Years Math Ed Postdoc, JKU Linz Austria

 Postdoc position in mathematics education

University: JKU Linz, School of Education, Austria

Scope of employment: 40 hours per week for 6 years

Application deadline: April 5, 2023

Application details: https://tinyurl.com/jku-mathed 

NTT Open-Rank Academic Professional, Georgia Tech

 Location

The Georgia Institute of Technology ("Georgia Tech") is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with great economic and cultural strengths. The Institute is a member of the University System of Georgia, the Georgia Research Alliance, and the Association of American Universities. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technology resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

The School of Physics at the Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for an Open-Rank Academic Professional (Non-Tenure Track Instructional Faculty), with teaching and academic advising responsibilities. The successful candidate will join a team of 47 faculty (seven are non-tenure track) with broad research interests, including physics education.

The successful candidate will join a team of five academic advisors responsible for advising approximately 300 undergraduate Physics majors. In addition to advising, the candidate is expected to teach three courses per year and contribute to curriculum development. The successful candidate may also teach upper-level laboratories and TA (Teaching Assistant) development courses depending on their expertise and curricular needs.

 Required Qualifications

This position vacancy is an open rank announcement. Final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Non-tenure Track Academic Faculty ranks as outlined in section 3.2.2 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook (https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines

Rank of Academic Professional

• Terminal degree Physics, or related area
• Significant related experience or promotion from the rank of Associate Academic Professional
• Quality of performance and potential development must be recognized by peers

Rank of Senior Academic Professional

• Terminal degree Physics, or related area
• Evidence of superior performance in the chosen field
• Recognition by peers (whether national, regional, or local)
• Successful and measurable related experience
• Five (5) years or more as an Academic Professional

 Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have experience in student advising, mentoring, or other student success activities and demonstrated competence in introductory and core undergraduate-level physics instruction (such as mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum and thermal physics).

Proposed Salary

Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is a renewable, 12-month, open-rank, non-tenure-track appointment in the Academic Professional career track. This position comes with academic faculty status and generous benefits, including a retirement plan, medical plan, vacation time, and sick time.

Required Documents to Attach

Candidates should submit an application that contains: (1) a letter of application, (2) a statement of teaching and advising philosophy, (3) a summary of teaching experiences, (4) a sample course syllabus or a portfolio of teaching products, and (5) a curriculum vitae. (6) In addition, applicants should arrange for at least three confidential reference letters to be submitted on the candidates' behalf directly to phys-apfacultysearch@gatech.edu. They should also include the referees’ names and contact information in the application packet.

Applicants should only apply via Georgia Tech CAREERS Application System at: https://hr.gatech.edu/careers

Please search for Job ID 255810.

Review of applications will begin April 01, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

Contact Information

Requests for information may be directed to Dr. Ed Greco by email: phys-apfacultysearch@gatech.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Director, Drew Science Scholars Program, Michigan State University

Subject: Director of Drew Science Scholars Program – Job Posting #844940

 

The College of Natural Science (NatSci) at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for the next Director of the Charles Drew Science Scholars Program. Since its inception in 1979, the Charles Drew Science Scholars Program has provided comprehensive academic support within a living-learning community to high-achieving undergraduate students from populations historically underrepresented in science and mathematics. The Drew Program offers its members dedicated academic advising, academic coaching, career advising, and specialized programming, including two seminar courses, to foster academic and professional growth. Drew Scholars are active members of the MSU community, engaging in undergraduate research, peer mentorship, leadership in student organizations, and community service. Many Drew Scholars are also members of the Honors College. The program currently serves about 250 students pursuing majors in the College of Natural Science. NatSci’s recently published strategic plan set a goal of doubling the size of the incoming class of Drew Science Scholars to 120 students by 2025. The next Director will be a key partner in this expansion, providing leadership and vision to the process while continuing to foster an environment that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

 

The Director will hold a 12-month, 100% appointment in the Academic Specialist Continuing System with salary commensurate with experience. Additional information about the position and submission of applications can be found at https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/513871/directormanagement.

 

Please share with your networks. Review of applications will begin on March 10, 2023.

 

For additional information, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Lynmarie Posey at poseyl@msu.edu.   

 

NTT Research Assistant Professor – FRI Environmental Visualization, Binghamton University NY

 Research Assistant Professor – FRI Environmental Visualization

The First-year Research Immersion (FRI) program at Binghamton University invites applications for a full time Research Assistant Professor (also known as the Research Educator) position, to begin August 2023. This is a unique 10-month non-tenure track faculty position that directly combines teaching and research, with additional extra service opportunities available in summer. This position is for the Environmental Visualization research stream (open to Ph.D.’s with a geospatial, geophysical, and remote sensing background on research in one or more fields in the broad discipline of Earth and Environmental Sciences).

FRI Environmental Visualization is a program in which a Research Educator guides first-year and second-year students in innovative research that advances the field. The Research Educator shapes the research theme. For example, past FRI cohort research projects in this research stream have employed remote sensing techniques to focus on monitoring harmful algal blooms, detection of landmines and unexploded ordnances, tick and Lyme disease modeling and more. This position will entail guiding student cohorts (~30 per cohort) through authentic research experiences and, in doing so, will help students develop the professional skills desired by graduate schools and employers. Within that process and working with faculty stream collaborators, the Research Educator maintains and/or expands their own research program. Faculty stream collaborators include Carl Lipo, Alex Nikulin and Jeffrey Pietras. More detail about the FRI program is available at our web site: www.binghamton.edu/fri

The Research Educator reports to the FRI Director and works closely with the faculty collaborators of this research stream. Overall, FRI provides an excellent education and research training program for new PhDs and, thus, is an exceptional transition that positions the Research Educator for a wider array of future STEM positions (from full range of higher education institutions to STEM education research). There are also opportunities for continuation in the FRI program with expanded roles and responsibilities overtime. Most FRI research assistant professors have stayed in the role for 2-3 years or more.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching & Mentorship 
• Serve as instructor for stream FRI courses
• Continually develop, maintain and revise stream curriculum
• Supervise, train & manage undergraduate peer mentors (UGPMs) 
• Research
• Maintain research lab & budget
• Perform research in conjunction with stream students
• Collaborate with faculty and relevant collaborators on research projects
• Disseminate results
• Service
• Participate in FRI program events & committees as needed
• Support students in continuing efforts and activities post-FRI program experience
• General
• Attend and actively participate in FRI faculty/staff meetings
• Facilitate formative and summative assessments of the research stream and FRI students
• Professional Development
• Actively participate in research and educational professional development activities

Requirements:

Strong candidates must have:

• Graduate degree in a discipline that matches the research stream goals
• Advanced experimental design and technical skills that align with the research stream goals
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience in higher education (can be as a teaching assistant)
• Ability to train undergraduate researchers and evaluate their work
• Ability to train, evaluate and supervise undergraduate peer mentor assistants
• Ability to manage a research laboratory
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Google apps and video conferencing software, with the ability and willingness to learn new technology as it evolves
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously with a high degree of organization, accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• Strong professional and organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to analyze and organize information and materials for a variety of research projects

Please submit as separate documents:

1. Cover letter (1 page maximum) telling us why you are interested in the position, why you feel you are qualified, and your contact information
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Contact information for three references, who will be contacted by the search committee following an initial review of applicants via http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com
4. Your philosophy of teaching undergraduates how to conduct research (250-500 words)

Review of applications begins March 30, 2023 and continues until the position is filled.  Electronic applications are required; please submit your application materials to: Interview Exchange via Binghamton University.

https://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=159642

Limited Term Physics Lecturer, University of Georgia

Limited-Term Lecturer

University of Georgia / Department of Physics and Astronomy

 The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, limited-term lecturer for introductory physics instruction beginning August 1, 2023.  This is a non-tenure track faculty position. The Department, which currently has 24 faculty members, has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.  Candidates should show a commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level and demonstrate potential to enhance teaching pedagogy.  The person hired will teach six courses per academic year, primarily in the Department’s general physics programs.

 The successful candidate will have the opportunity to interact with teaching and learning initiatives on campus including the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence to Advance Teaching & Learning Cluster, the Scientists Engaged in Education Research Center, and the Artificial Intelligence for STEM Education Center.

 Qualifications:

All candidates must have a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in physics or a related discipline at the time of job offer.  We also seek candidates who have knowledge of and/or a record of employing inclusive and evidence-based instruction, and who have demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in science and education.

 Application:

Candidates must apply through the UGA Human Resources website at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/303303. Application materials will include: (1) a brief cover letter summarizing the applicant’s teaching experience; (2) a complete curriculum vitae; (3) a teaching portfolio (8-page maximum); and (4) a supporting document listing contact information for 3 references.  The teaching portfolio may include evidence of effective instruction, examples of the use of evidence-based and inclusive teaching strategies, descriptions of efforts to develop and improve as a teacher, and sample teaching materials (e.g., a syllabus or an assessment).  Further, an explicit description of the applicant’s actions and experiences as they relate to diversity, equity, inclusion and/or justice within their scholarly and/or teaching activities must be included as part of the teaching portfolio. Any other correspondence should be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Henning Meyer (hmeyer@uga.edu).  Applications received by March 15, 2023, will receive full consideration, but review will continue until the position is filled.

 The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students and to creating a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, people from historically excluded groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).  Please do not contact the Department or search committee with such requests. UGA is a land- and sea-grant institution located in Athens, Georgia, 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, the state capital (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu). Athens is well known for its quality of life, with easy access to both outdoor and urban activities (exploregeorgia.org).

Editor's note: sources from department stated that the duration of the contract is one year, potentially renewable.

Teaching Evaluation Postdoc, University of Georgia

 Postdoctoral Associate in Teaching Evaluation

https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/303364

 

The University of Georgia (UGA) seeks a postdoctoral associate to join an ongoing effort to promote meaningful evaluation of teaching for promotion and tenure. The position is part of an Inclusive Excellence 3 learning community cluster funded by a grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. UGA is focusing on three areas of effective and inclusive teaching: advancing teaching evaluation policy, building faculty capacity to give and use feedback to improve teaching, and building individual and unit-level capacity to use evidence to improve and document teaching effectiveness. The position will be supervised by Dr. Erin Dolan (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology) and will involve close collaboration with the rest of the project team, Dr. Tessa Andrews (Genetics), Dr. Peggy Brickman (Plant Biology), and Dr. Paula Lemons (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Office of the Dean of Franklin College of Arts & Sciences), with input from advisors in key units on campus such as the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Office of Institutional Diversity, and the Office of Instruction.

 

This position will involve a combination of practical and research activities focused on building capacity for evaluation of teaching. The postdoctoral associate will gain experience in faculty and administrator development, coaching, and consultation; evidence-based methods for teaching evaluation; ethical uses of student data to improve instruction; social science research methods; and theory and practice related to institutional change. The postdoctoral associate will be able to shape the direction of their research with mentorship from and in collaboration with the project team. The postdoctoral associate will also have opportunities to interact with a vibrant group of faculty, other postdoctoral associates, graduate and undergraduate researchers, and professional staff as part of the Biology Education Research Group (BERG) and Scientists Engaged in Education Research (SEER) Center at University of Georgia, with an option to gain college-level teaching experience in a discipline of interest.

 

Candidates must have: (a) a Ph.D. in a STEM, STEM education, or other relevant social science discipline (e.g., higher education, organizational psychology, evaluation), or closely related field; (b) a record of peer-reviewed publication; (c) demonstrated interest in educational evaluation or discipline-based education research; (d) demonstrated interest in facilitating professional development, coaching, and consultation with faculty and administrators; and (e) demonstrated capacity to manage projects, including collecting and analyzing data and disseminating results. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with teaching evaluation, knowledge of theory and practices related to institutional change, familiarity with using multiple data sources to improve instruction, experience coaching or consulting with faculty and/or administrators, and capacity to work effectively in diverse, cross-rank, cross-disciplinary, and cross-institutional teams.

 

This position is full-time with a flexible start date as early as May 2023 and no later than September 2023 with the possibility of renewal for up to five years. Candidates should electronically submit a 1-page cover letter indicating their interest in and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. The salary is $60,000 with associated benefits. Review of applications will begin March 1 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

 

For details and to apply: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/303364

FOUR STEM Ed Postdocs, Rochester Institute of Technology, Upstate NY

 STEM Education Research Postdocs at RIT

 

Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking four postdoctoral researchers to do STEM Education Research starting in Summer/Fall 2023. Postdocs will be supervised by faculty in the Science and Mathematics Education Research Collaborative (SMERC), an interdisciplinary group of discipline-based education researchers from physics, biology, mathematics, chemistry, science communication and engineering. Two faculty, Scott Franklin and Ben Zwickl, specialize in physics education research. Depending on applicant interest, it is likely 1 or 2 of the positions will be focused on PER.

 

During the 2 year position, postdocs will be paid an annual salary of $70,000 plus full benefits, and funds will be provided for postdocs to attend several professional meetings each year to present their research, learn and network.

 

To learn more about the program and apply, please visit: https://sites.google.com/g.rit.edu/smerc-postdoc-program/home

FT Instructor, Oregon State

 The Department of Physics at Oregon State University (OSU) in Corvallis, Oregon, invites applications for a full-time (9- month) Instructor rank faculty position in physics.  The successful candidate will join a thriving, cohesive, award-winning physics department that deeply values undergraduate and graduate education and is committed to evidence-based instructional practices.  The successful candidate will primarily teach lower division physics courses, supervise lower division laboratories, develop curricula, maintain professional currency, and perform service.

The Department of Physics at Oregon State University has research groups in the areas of astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, optical physics, physics education, and quantum cosmology. OSU conducts discipline-based education research across the College of Science, the College of Engineering, the College of Education, and the STEM Research Center. Additionally, OSU fosters a vibrant community involved in the scholarship of teaching and learning.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 10, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled.

For more detailed information, and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/131650.

For questions related to this search, please contact David McIntyre, mcintyre@oregonstate.edu.

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.