Monday, July 31, 2017

Postdoctoral Scholar - East Carolina University

Postdoctoral Scholar
The STEM Collaborative for Research in Education (STEM CoRE) at East Carolina University (ECU) is seeking a candidate for a Postdoctoral Scholar position to begin in the fall semester of 2017. Primary responsibilities include data collection, management, analysis and dissemination for an NSF funded project. The project's goal is to transform foundational undergraduate laboratory courses through an inclusive curricula across the three disciplines, using a common laboratory structure, language and emphasis for instruction. Multiple types of published, validated interdisciplinary assessments will be used, allowing triangulation of data within and between disciplines. This position is guaranteed funding for three-years.
Candidates should have a PhD in a physical or life science field with an emphasis on science education or an education research field, such as evaluation and measurement, or curriculum & instruction. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills as well as a strong personal commitment to undergraduate STEM education. Preference will be given to candidates with qualitative and quantitative education research experience as well as a broad knowledge of social statistical methods.
To apply, please log on to http://ecu.peopleadmin.com/hr to view job posting details and search for Position #: PDS-CHEM-07-17.

Complete a Candidate Profile online; attach a CV/Resume and a cover letter stating your experience research in STEM in higher education; and provide contact information for three references.
Review of applications will begin on August 2, 2017; however, the position will remain open until filled.
For additional information about the position, please contact Joi Walker at walkerjoi15@ecu.edu or 252-328-9772.

Sunday, July 30, 2017

Lab Adjunct, College of Mt. Saint Vincent, NY

Physics Adjunct: General Physics Laboratory

THE COLLEGE OF MOUNT SAINT VINCENT has a part-time (adjunct) position available in
the Division of Natural Sciences to teach two General Physics I Labs (Fall 2017) for undergraduate science majors. Each lab meets for three hours per week on Monday afternoon and evening. General Physics is a two-semester course employing an algebra-based approach to the basic concepts of mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, optics and elementary atomic and nuclear physics. Emphasis is on biological applications.

Applicants must have a master’s or doctoral degree physics degree. It is desirable for the applicant to have prior college teaching experience. The laboratories are conducted using Vernier date collection equipment.

Please email by August. 5, 2017 a brief cover letter, resume, statement of teaching philosophy (recommended), and the names of and contact information for three people who could recommend you in a professional (teaching) capacity. The email should be sent to Dr. Daniel Amarante, daniel.amarante@mountsaintvincent.edu, and Dr. Ana Ribeiro, ana.ribeiro@mountsaintvincent.edu

Friday, July 28, 2017

TWO Postdocs, Rochester Institute of Technology, NY

RIT HHMI Inclusive Excellence Initiative
Open Postdoctoral Positions

The Center for Advancing STEM Teaching, Learning & Evaluation (CASTLE) at the Rochester Institute of Technology seeks two post-docs in the areas of physics, biology or chemistry education to join an HHMI-funded project focusing on fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity in the natural sciences. Additional teaching and/or research activities may be negotiated, with particular flexibility to pursue research questions related to inclusivity and equity.
The program develops faculty to proactively recruit and mentor targeted students in undergraduate research and creates new course materials to improve reflective and metacognitive strategies. Postdocs will work with PIs to develop and implement workshop materials, design and administer evaluations, and interview faculty and student participants. Additionally, post-docs will have opportunity to contribute to activities that develop an inclusive, college-wide faculty/student and student/student community.
The position is fully funded through HHMI and CASTLE; the joint funding enables flexibility for non-HHMI related work, joining ongoing discipline-based education research projects within the Science & Mathematics Education Research Collaborative (SMERC) or teaching courses in the appropriate discipline (physics, biology or chemistry) or within the Learning Assistant program. A non-full time appointment to allow time for personal projects may be negotiated.
FTE salary: ~$50,000 depending on experience, with full benefits.
Start date & term:  January of 2018; exact date negotiable. Initial appointment will be for one year (renewable for another year).
Minimum Qualifications:
·       Ph.D. in STEM or STEM education discipline
·       Desire to engage fully with the Science and Mathematics Education Research Collaborative journal clubs, research group meetings and other activities
·       Demonstrated commitment to equity in both teaching and research foci, and familiarity with contemporary efforts to achieve equity and foster an inclusive environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
·       Experience in STEM education research
·       Experience teaching at the undergraduate level
·       Ability/desire to participate in associated CASTLE programs
How to apply: Applications will be accepted through RIT’s online portal at http://bit.ly/2ux4bs4. Additonal information can be foundon the CASTLE webpage at http://www.rit.edu/castle/about/hhmi.  
Contact: Scott Franklin (svfsps@rit.edu) or Dina Newman (dlwsbi@rit.edu) with any questions.     

Saturday, July 22, 2017

TT in PER at San Jose State Univeristy

Editor's note: This position was previously posted as rumored. It has now been confirmed and posted. Applicants with PhDs in any discipline who are active physics education researchers, and who meet the qualifications below will be considered. 

http://www.sjsu.edu/facultyaffairs/unit3/tenuretrack/Employment/Physics%20Education%20Research%202017.pdf

San José State University San José, California
Physics Education Research Job Opening ID (JOID): 24185
Rank: Assistant Professor (Tenure-track)

Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Physics or related field is required. The ideal candidate will specialize in Physics Education Research (PER). We are especially interested in candidates who have interest and experience in curricular design and evaluation. Candidates should be familiar with a variety of contemporary, research-based teaching practices. Applicants who have an interest in introductory physics course reform are particularly encouraged to apply. Applicants should demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach courses at the BS/BA and MS level, and engage in physics education research. The candidate will also develop an externally funded research program that provides support and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidate will participate in committees and advising. The candidate must address the needs of a student population of great diversity – in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language and academic preparation – through course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.

Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Starting Date: August 17, 2018 Eligibility: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Application Procedure: For full consideration, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interests/ philosophy, research plans, and the names and contact information of three references by November 1, 2017 to apply.interfolio.com/43380. 

Please include Job Opening ID (JOID) on all correspondence. San José State University is California’s oldest institution of public higher learning. The campus is located on the southern end of San Francisco Bay in downtown San José (Pop. 1,000,000), hub of the world-famous Silicon Valley high technology research and development center. Many of California’s most popular national, recreational, and cultural attractions are conveniently close. A member of the 23-campus CSU system, San José State University enrolls approximately 30,000 students, a significant percentage of whom are members of minority groups. The University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students and the community can benefit from multiple ethnic and gender perspectives.

San José State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Note that all San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. The latest San José State University Safety 101 Uniform Campus Crime and Security Report is available. You may request a copy of San José State University’s annual safety report by contacting the University Police Department at (408) 924-2222 or by visiting the University Police Department website at (http://www.sjsu.edu/police.)

Friday, July 21, 2017

Rumored: PhysPort Postdoc, Kansas State University (remote option)

Kansas State University is hiring a postdoctoral research associate for a new project to study the use and impact of PhysPort.org by physics faculty, and to determine ways to increase its effectiveness. PhysPort is an online professional development resource that supports physics faculty in implementing research-based teaching and assessment in their classrooms by providing expert recommendations, based on Physics Education Research (PER). The goal of this project will answer the following research questions:
1. How do physics faculty use PhysPort?
2. What is the impact of PhysPort on teaching practice for both faculty and departments?

As a postdoc, your work may include observing and interviewing interviewing physics faculty, performing phenomenographic and statistical analyses, preparing research results for publication and presentation, assisting with supervising students, and assisting with designing changes to PhysPort based on research results. You will work closely with Ellie Sayre (PhysPort Research Director, Kansas State University), Sam McKagan (PhysPort Director, American Association of Physics Teachers), Adrian Madsen (PhysPort Assistant Director, American Association of Physics Teachers), and a team of researchers at Kansas State University and AAPT.

This position is based at Kansas State University, but involves close collaboration with a geographically distributed team and we will consider hiring someone who would work remotely.

We are passionate about the professional development of our postdocs. You will receive training on research, writing papers and grant proposals, user-centered design, and working with a team.

Preferred qualifications:
  • PhD/EdD in STEM field or physics/science education
  • Enthusiastic learner
  • Passion for improving the state of physics education at the university level
  • Successful research record and the ability to conduct independent research
  • Ability to listen and draw out people’s experiences and perspectives (e.g. in the context of interviews)
  • Ability to communicate effectively with physics faculty
  • Experience with research into faculty/teacher change, instructional change, institutional change, and/or faculty/teacher professional development
  • Experience with qualitative research including interviewing and video analysis
  • Experience with statistics
  • Strong communication and writing skills and a willingness to improve them
  • Strong time management and organizational skills and a willingness to improve them
  • Ability to work with a geographically distributed team
We realize that no one person has all of these preferred qualifications; a successful candidate might have some of them. If you are interested in this position, we encourage you to apply, or at least contact us with questions.

If you have any questions about the project or the position, please contact Ellie (esayre@ksu.edu) or Sam (smckagan@aapt.org).

Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Coordinator of Digital Instruction - Purdue IN

Coordinator of Digital Instruction - West Lafayette - Physics and Astronomy ( Job Number: 1701131)

Description
Manage and maintain existing and emerging digital technologies, aid in the development of courses, and lead new instructional innovations.  Work with faculty in development of digital materials and provide leadership for the latest developments in teaching and learning technologies.  Troubleshoot online course modules and assist faculty with problem resolution.  Coordinate development of online course resources (course web sites, learning objects, digital media, online quizzes and surveys, instructional simulations, etc.).  Coordinate with other Purdue entities and maintain course-related social networking sites.

Qualifications

Required:
• Master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) or related Educational field
• Capacity to develop, evaluate and implement instructional design strategies into courses.
• Familiarity with context of online learning in higher education nationwide.

Preferred: 
• Experience with consulting for and the development of online instructional resources.
• Knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies and best practices for integrating with online instruction.
• Expertise with instructional design strategies.
• Project management skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Skills with key software packages related to online instructional development, web site design such as Dreamweaver and Cascade.
• Skills with Blackboard and familiarity with other common LMSs
• Ability to utilize social networking tools such as Facebook.
• Proficiency in analyzing data and communicate trends and issues.
• Ability to produce and edit video from various environments (classrooms, green room).
• Ability to collaborate with multiple constituencies in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate with faculty and staff.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Additional Information:
• A background check will be required for employment.
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period.
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Online Job Advertisement :  http://purdue.taleo.net/careersection/wl/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1701131

FIVE Postdocs with PERL@MSU, Michigan State

Five postdocs with PERL@MSU

About PERL@MSU
PERL@MSU is a growing and vibrant community of faculty, graduate students, and post-docs. An opportune place to develop skills in mentoring, leadership, teaching, and outreach in physics, PERL@MSU collaborates with various universities across the world as well as with researchers at MSU working in CREATE for STEM, the college of education, and the learning sciences.

Postdoc in Informal Physics Education
A new NSF funded project led by Prof. Katie Hinko (hinko@msu.edu) seeks to determine the landscape of informal physics programming across the United States. A postdoc is sought to help develop a survey of informal efforts, construct a taxonomy of those programs, and study “successful” and “failed” programs to determine the culture and resources needed to support such programs.

Two Postdocs in Computational Physics Education in HS classrooms
A new NSF funded project led by Prof. Danny Caballero (caballero@pa.msu.edu) and Prof. Paul Irving (pwirving@msu.edu) seeks to develop computational modeling activities for high school classrooms in Michigan in collaboration with participating high school teachers. Two postdocs are to help study student learning and engagement as well as teacher’s instructional practices.

Postdoc in Introductory Laboratory Assessment and Evaluation
An existing Howard Hughes Medical Institute project led by Prof. Danny Caballero (caballero@pa.msu.edu) and Dr. Bill Martinez resulted in the development and implementation of laboratory courses for life science majors. A postdoc is sought to help develop and test a laboratory assessment aligned with AAPT lab guidelines and locally-developed faculty- consensus learning goals.

Postdoc in Computational Physics Education in Undergraduate Classrooms
A new Center for Excellence in Education has been established at the University of Oslo. An initial effort of this Center for Computing in Science Education is to develop assessments for computational physics that are widely applicable to introductory courses in which computing is taught. A postdoc will collaborate with Prof. Danny Caballero (caballero@pa.msu.edu) to support those efforts. Relocation to Oslo, Norway is expected.

Monday, July 17, 2017

Postdoc, Cal Poly Pomona

Post-Doctoral Fellow Position Announcement

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellow. The successful candidate will work with Associate Prof. Homeyra Sadaghiani on a broad array of topics related to the NSF-funded (#1626482) collaborative research projects titled: Collaborative Research: Research as a base to develop adaptable curricula bridging instructional paradigms in Quantum Mechanics.

The primary responsibilities of the postdoctoral fellow include: contribute to research in understanding student learning of quantum mechanism, develop and analyze assessment data; contribute to the development of curriculum and assessment material; conduct semi-structured interviews; analyze qualitative data and student work; participate in collaborative project meetings of the team members; present research at conferences; and draft manuscripts for peer reviewed publication. This position may include a possible teaching opportunity in Modern Physics and/or undergraduate Quantum Mechanics for one 10-week quarter course per year. The successful candidate will develop their teaching portfolio with the guidance and support of department faculty, who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning.

The project leadership includes Gina Passante (CSU Fullerton), Steve Pollock (University of Colorado Boulder), and Homeyra Sadaghiani (Cal Poly Pomona). The postdoctoral fellow will be located in California, but will work closely with all members of the project team. The postdoc will be housed at Cal Poly Pomona the first year, and with suitable progress it is expected that the successful candidate will continue for a second year appointment at Cal State University Fullerton.

Required experience: Ph.D. in Physics or Physics Education Research- familiarity with Discipline-based education research methodologies. A demonstrated ability to work/collaborate with others and work independently.

Desired experience: Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following: Physics Education research in upper division undergraduate courses, using qualitative and/or quantitative research methods; analyzing qualitative and/or quantitative data; instrument development and assessment; developing interview protocols; strong oral and written communication skills.

Salary: $50,000 to $55,000 depending on experience. Benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and a retirement program currently offered through CalPERS.

Start date: Between January 2018 and August 2018. (Exact date will be negotiated with the successful candidate.)

Term: One year at Cal Poly Pomona and with suitable progress a second year at Cal State Fullerton.

How to apply: Applicants should submit letter of interest, current CV including a list of publications; Statement of Teaching Philosophy; a Statement of Research Interests describing the candidate's relevant background and interest in physics education research; and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Homeyra Sadaghiani at hrsadaghiani@cpp.edu. The review of the applications will start on November 1, 2017, and the position will remain open till it is filled.

Included Benefits:
Benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and a retirement program currently offered through CalPERS.

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona and the Foundation are Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employers committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Thursday, July 13, 2017

Postdoc, University of Maryland

The University of Maryland is hiring a Research Associate in STEM Education to start in September 2017

The position:
We are seeking a postdoctoral research associate to split time between conducting research and leading the development of a thriving community of faculty who teach Introductory Physics for Life Science (IPLS) classes.
Research topics may include (but are not limited to):
  • How faculty create courses from collection of curricular materials, use online resources, and engage in online communities
  • How user interfaces can affect course design
  • How community building activities such as workshops and social media can help faculty incorporate, adapt and maintain innovative instructional methods in their teaching.
Community building activities may include (but are not limited to):
  • Conducting in-person and online workshops for physics faculty
  • Seeding and facilitating online discussions
  • Learning about and engaging in best practices for creating thriving online communities

The project:
IPLS-Portal is a collaborative project between the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) and 8 colleges and universities to create a web portal to collect and curate curricular materials developed for Introductory Physics for Life Science (IPLS) classes, and to sustain a community of educators dedicated to iteratively improving instruction in these courses. The project started approximately one year ago and we have conducted initial research into how physics faculty plan IPLS courses, categorize curricular materials, create curricular materials, and collaborate with other instructors in their course planning and implementation. We have a large collection of interview and focus group data available for analysis for a wide variety of investigations. Over the next 3 years, the project will create a large database of interdisciplinary curricular materials that is easily searchable and browsable, support faculty in adapting these materials, help faculty design new IPLS courses that fit their specific circumstances, and sustain a community educators interacting and learning through the portal. We aim to create a thriving community of IPLS instructors who share stories, ideas, and materials through professional development workshops and extended online and in-person interactions. Finally, we will conduct extensive research into the use of the database and the curricular materials therein, and the evolution of the community of users.

Preferred qualifications:
  • PhD/EdD in STEM field or physics/science education
  • Enthusiastic learner (because this project will involve research in many different areas, your ability to learn is more important than extensive experience in relevant areas)
  • Understands how to listen and draw out people’s experiences and perspectives (e.g. in the context of interviews)
  • Experience with research into faculty/teacher change, instructional change, institutional change, and/or faculty/teacher professional development
  • Experience with an existing online community of educators
  • Experience with qualitative research including interviewing and video analysis
  • Strong communication and writing skills and a willingness to improve them
  • Strong time management and organizational skills and a willingness to improve them
  • Ability to work with a geographically distributed team

Logistics:
  • Employer: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Location: Preferably in the DC area, but will consider hiring someone who would work remotely
  • Supervisors: Primary supervisor Chandra Turpen, with additional advising by a team of researchers at the University of Maryland (Joe Redish), Montgomery College (Raluca Teodorescu), and the American Association of Physics Teachers (Sam McKagan and Adrian Madsen).
  • Start date: Prefer September 2017, but will be flexible for the right candidate
  • Time commitment: Prefer full-time, but will be flexible for the right candidate
  • Length of appointment: 1-year contract, renewable up to 3 years
For more information:

To apply:
Please submit the following to Chandra Turpen at Chandra.Turpen@gmail.com:
  • Cover letter, including:

    • Why you are interested in this position
    • Why you are a good fit for this position
    • Your preferred start date
    • When you received or expect to receive your PhD or EdD
    • Your preferred work location (College Park, MD; or elsewhere)
    • Your preferred full-time or part-time status (ranging from 50% to 100% time)
  • CV, including:
    • List of publications
    • Education, research, and community-building experience
    • Contact information for three references

Thursday, July 6, 2017

RUMORED: TT in PER at San Jose State University

UPDATE: THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED! FOLLOW LINK FOR OFFICIAL JOB CALL

http://www.sjsu.edu/facultyaffairs/unit3/tenuretrack/Employment/Physics%20Education%20Research%202017.pdf


RUMORED:
San Jose State University Department of Physics and Astronomy will likely be making a new tenure-track hire in the area of Physics Education Research. Candidates with a research or service experience in introductory course design and evaluation are especially encouraged to apply. The committee will also consider applicants who have not yet earned their PhD but who have an expected graduation date earlier than fall of 2018. Formal job call will be posted when published. If you have questions you may contact Cassandra Paul (cassandra.paul@sjsu.edu) or Benedikt Harrer (benedikt.harrer@sjsu.edu).

Wednesday, June 28, 2017

TT at Morrisville State College

Morrisville State College seeks candidates for a full time, tenure track Physics faculty position. Applicants must be able to teach calculus-based physics including mechanics, sound and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and optics and modern based physics. Additional responsibilities include: academic advising; curriculum development; service on committees; student recruitment. Teaching assignments may be in a distance learning environment and may include evenings, weekends, and other off-site locations. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Position starts August 2017.

Requirements:

Master's degree in Physics required. Preference will be given to those candidates with teaching experience at the college level and an earned Doctorate. Industry experience is desirable.

Morrisville State College is seeking candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to providing leadership in building equitable, diverse, and inclusive environments.

Application Instructions:

Apply online at http://www.morrisville.edu/careers. Application materials should include resume and cover letter. Consideration of candidates will begin July 17, 2017 and continue until position is filled.

Morrisville State College is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community, especially members of historically under-represented groups. AA/EOE

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Tufts University School of Arts and Sciences

Tufts University School of Arts and Sciences
EDUCATION: University Science Education - The Listening Project
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (non-tenure-track)
The Department of Education at Tufts University, in collaboration with the departments of Physics and Biology, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral scholar to work with The Listening Project, supported by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Initiative for Inclusive Excellence. The initial appointment is for the academic year 2017-2018, renewable for up to three years total.
The project aims to help instructors elicit, recognize, and engage with the productive beginnings of science in all students' thinking. We emphasize including and supporting students whose voices and reasoning can be missed in traditional courses.
Faculty and teaching assistants will work in groups to collect, study, and make sense of examples of students' work in introductory science, using video from classes and copies of assignments and exams. The first focus will be on interpreting students' thinking and experience, including when that is challenging to do. From there, the groups will consider possibilities for what might help those students make progress toward disciplinary practices of learning and knowledge of canonical ideas.
The postdoctoral scholar will be part of the project leadership team, with responsibilities to help lead instructor working groups, collect and study data from target introductory classes in biology and in physics, and collaborate in research on learning, teaching, and change in higher education.
The position requires a PhD, graduate preparation in a natural science, scholarly background in STEM discipline-based education research, and expertise in responsive teaching, ideally with an emphasis on underrepresented groups.
Applications must be submitted via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/42537. Please submit a letter of application, including descriptions of your background and research interests, and a CV; please also arrange for three confidential reference letters, which the writers should submit directly. Contact department administrator Michelle Pare at michelle.pare@tufts.edu for questions about the position or the application process.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Tufts University, founded in 1852, prioritizes quality teaching, highly competitive basic and applied research and a commitment to active citizenship locally, regionally and globally. Tufts University also prides itself on creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Current and prospective employees of the university are expected to have and continuously develop skill in, and disposition for, positively engaging with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff and fostering their success when hired. Members of underrepresented groups are welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us by calling Johny Laine in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) at 617.627.3298 or at Johny.Laine@tufts.edu. Applicants can learn more about requesting reasonable accommodations at http://oeo.tufts.edu.

Postdoc, University of Virginia

Postdoctoral Research Associate

The University of Virginia's School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS), College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences (A&S) and the Center for Teaching Excellence seek candidates for a Research Associate position to begin in the fall semester of 2017. Responsibilities include co-instructing courses for teaching assistants (TAs) in SEAS and A&S, developing and conducting educational research related to teaching courses, participating in educational development programs as part of the post-doctoral teaching mentorship process and helping to create a model for expanding these teaching courses to other STEM departments. Research associate appointments are made on a one-year basis and annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and the continued availability of funding. This position is funded for two years.

Candidates must have a PhD or EdD in science, engineering, math or STEM education fields or equivalent, have teaching experience and exhibit potential for conducting STEM education research in higher education. Knowledge of and experience implementing evidence-based teaching practices are required along with strong oral and written communication and organizational skills. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD in a STEM discipline with training in STEM education (or a PhD/EdD in STEM education with training in a STEM discipline). Preference will also be given to candidates with qualitative and quantitative education research experience and demonstrated evidence of outstanding accomplishments in teaching.

To apply, visit https://jobs.virginia.edu and search on Posting Number 0620985. Complete a Candidate Profile online; attach a CV/Resume and a cover letter stating your experience with teaching and research in STEM in higher education; and provide contact information for three references.

Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2017; however, the position will remain open until filled.

For additional information about the position, please contact Lindsay Wheeler at lsb4u@virginia.edu or 434-982-2816.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to developing diversity in faculty and research staff and welcomes applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Saturday, June 24, 2017

Project Manager, Cal-Bridge and CAMPARE programs, Cal Poly Pomona

Job Announcement: 
The Cal-Bridge and CAMPARE (California Minority Partnership for Astronomy Research and Education) programs invite applications for a Project Manager to provide leadership, administrative, and operational management support for all aspects of both programs, including supervising any additional personnel hired by the programs. The Project Manager will provide national leadership in developing, organizing, and implementing elements of the Cal-Bridge and CAMPARE programs, which have a shared goal of increasing the number of underrepresented minorities and women receiving doctoral degrees in astronomy and physics. 

Applicants must have at least a master's degree (PhD preferred), with a Bachelor's (or higher) degree in the natural sciences or engineering. In addition, the successful candidate will have experience with issues faced by underrepresented groups in natural sciences or engineering (knowledge of effective practices in supporting minority students desired); ability to read and synthesize relevant literature; and excellent organizational, inter-personal skills, and written and verbal communication skills. Experience with program administration is desired.

Applicants should e-mail their complete applications to Dr. Alexander Rudolph, Program Director, at alrudolph@cpp.edu, including (in PDF format) a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references. The position will remain open until filled.

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona and the Foundation are Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employers committed to building a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from women, racial, and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Included Benefits:
Benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and a retirement program currently offered through CalPERS.

Friday, June 23, 2017

Online Adjunct Faculty, Texas A&M Commerce

Adjunct Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Texas A&M University-Commerce seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach courses in the M.S. in Physics with Teaching Emphasis Program. The courses in this program are specially designed for in-service high school teachers and other STEM instructors, and blend advanced physics topics with physics education research, current research, and history. All courses are online, so the adjunct faculty member may work remotely. A terminal degree in physics, physics education, astronomy, or a closely related field is required. A candidate with a background in physics education research is strongly desired.

Preference will be given to candidates who have college or university teaching experience, including teaching online classes, or are experienced conducting physics education research.

You can read more about the M.S. in Physics with Teaching Emphasis here: http://www.tamuc.edu/academics/colleges/scienceEngineeringAgriculture/departments/physicsAstronomy/graduatePrograms/msPhysicsForEducators.aspx


Apply here: https://jobpath.tamu.edu/postings/99818


This is our general adjunct pool posting, so please contact me (robynne.lock@tamuc.edu) to inform me that you are applying for this position. Finally, please contact me if you have any questions.
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Position Information
Position Title Adjunct Faculty - Physics and Astronomy
Posting Title Adjunct Faculty - Physics and Astronomy
System Member Institution/Agency TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY - COMMERCE (TAMUC)
Department PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY / 21-120660
Posting Number F00044FY13
Salary $3,000.00 per 3 hr course
Pay Basis Per Semester
Job Close Date
Geographic Location Commerce
Budget Type Other
Is this position restricted by the Patriot Act? No
Is this position D.O.T. regulated? No
EEO AA Statement
The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

Position Summary Information
Job Summary
The Department of Physics & Astronomy seeks to establish a pool of qualified applicants for Fall 2017, part-time adjunct faculty appointments in physics, astronomy, and integrated science.

Major/Essential Duties of Job
Successful applicants will teach up to nine semester credit hours within the required discipline at on campus or off-campus sites as dictated by student demand, hold office hours and assist students as needed.

Occasional Duties
Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience
A terminal degree in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field is required to teach graduate coursework. Candidates for the integrated science courses may have a suitable background in education, with at least 18 applicable graduate credits. A Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses.

Preferred Education and Experience
Preference will be given to candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
College or university teaching experience.
Evidence of teaching excellence.
Prior relevant industry experience.
Experience working with culturally diverse populations.

Required Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Preferred Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations
Required Special Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Preferred Special Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Other Requirements or Other Factors
Preferred Other Requirements or Other Factors
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Where did you see this position advertised?
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(Open Ended Question)

* Do you have a Masters Degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field?
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* Do you hold current relevant professional credentials?
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* Do you have college or university teaching experience?
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* Do you have prior relevant industry experience?
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* Do you have experience working with culturally diverse populations?
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* Can you provide evidence of teaching excellence?
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Transcript
Optional Documents
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Saturday, June 17, 2017

Coordinator 2, STEM Learning Center - Salt Lake CC

http://jobs.slcc.edu/postings/36060

Job Summary: Under general supervision of the Director of STEM Learning Resources, this position coordinates all aspects of the STEM Learning Centers located in multiple campuses of Salt Lake Community College. Specific responsibilities include recruiting, training and evaluating tutors and other learning support staff; managing daily operations of the center/s, participating in site, regional and departmental program planning, improvement, budgeting, and reporting; and creating, facilitating and coordinating college success programming.

Develops a team environment, encouraging and building mutual trust, respect and cooperation among Regional and Departmental staff. Manages, supervises and coordinates employees' activities by recruiting and training tutors and other learning support staff. Provides coaching and development as needed to tutoring/learning support staff. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of the provided services and manages hardware/software status and repair. Establishes work priorities and work schedules as well as approves payroll for employees. Updates and uses relevant knowledge and technology to gather data, prepare reports and make presentations as needed (even at regional of national conferences.) Resolves complaints and handles issues within and across the center(s).

As a service-oriented department, the STEM Learning Resources department collaborates heavily with other SLCC departments/programs. In collaboration with other Learning Center Coordinators this position provides vision and leadership for the STEM Learning Center while also advocating for college success programming. Develops operational rules and procedures for the centers, participates in CRLA certifications through designing and teaching classes and tracking and monitoring tutor progress. Maintains records and record-keeping materials as well as tracking systems data. Creates and disseminates promotional materials. In collaboration with Associate Deans, Faculty and Advisors this position identifies students who need standard and/or specialized tutoring. Monitors quality assurance and evaluates the effectiveness of the provided services. Ensures that tutors meet required qualifications by incorporating the suggestions of subject-matter experts and collaborates with academic departments in incorporating learning support into course design. Finally, this position assists the Director in preparing the center's budget, requisitions, and any grant writing/reporting. Designs and implements facilities plans as well as maintains research-supported programming consistent with institutional learning outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Screen, interview, recommend, train, schedule, monitor and supervise MSTRC Tutors. Create schedules and maintain MSTRC records.

Provide assistance to students in courses offered by the School of SME; Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Physics, Geosciences, Engineering Technology, Engineering, Fit Tech and Mathematics. Provide assistance to faculty and students in using graphing calculators, computers and other science and Math technology.

Coordinate, schedule and supervise maintenance of computer equipment, software library, text books, solution manuals and other learning tools.

Maintain appropriate atmosphere in the MSTRC to promote group and individual student learning.
Communicate with staff about methods of tutoring, instructional and tutorial strategies, schedules, expectations, individual instructor and student needs, resources and textbooks.

Assist in the planning and implementation of special events (SME Symposium). Attend the meetings and assist with technology projects and other Math, Science & Technology Center projects and innovations. Undertake professional development in Mathematics and Science.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor 's degree in Science, Mathematics or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Two (2) - four (4) years of direct, paid, full-time work experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Science, Mathematics or closely-related field from an accredited college or university.
Six (6) plus (+) years of related full-time experience.
Knowledge of grant writing and administration processes.
Familiarity with Universal Design for teaching and learning.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Ability to apply principles of adult learning theory.
- Demonstrated knowledge of learning styles, study skills and student-centered learning practices.
- Ability to prepare and maintain multiple site budgets and work schedules within budget constraints.
- Competence in standard and college-specific computer applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, database, TutorTrac, Banner, Cognos, etc.)
- Communicate effectively in Standard English, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse student populations.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with faculty, students and other staff.
- Knowledge of how to implement customer service principles.
- Ability to make appropriate decisions as needed.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as required by the task or problem at hand.
- Experience in classroom instruction and curriculum design.
- Demonstrated effective supervisory and leadership skills and developing and leading a team.
- Knowledge of and experience with training principles.
- Knowledge of current research on student retention and completion.
- Ability to present information to small and large groups.
- Familiarity and experience with academic research, analytical writing and report composition.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, ability, culture, ethnic background and to maintain good working relationships across the College.
- Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with different abilities and special needs.

Special Instructions: Salt Lake Community College will complete a background check on the final candidate.
Quicklink to apply: http://jobs.slcc.edu/postings/36060

Faculty, Physical Sciences - Florida Keys Community College

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fkccedu

Location:
Key West, FL
Category:
  • Faculty - Science - Physics
  • Faculty - Science - Chemistry
Posted:
06/08/2017
Application Due:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full Time
Salary:
$58,159 to $71,632 USD Per Year 
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Faculty, Physical Sciences, position is a full-time, 10 month Faculty position. Teaching assignments will include but are not limited to General Chemistry, Chemistry for Health Sciences and Organic Chemistry and Physics courses. Hours will vary according to class schedules. Faculty maintains a 35 hour week. This position reports to the Dean, Sciences and Nursing.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
  1. Prepares, instructs and grades all class coursework.
  2. Promotes positive student learning outcomes through effective teaching.
  3. Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to provide assistance to students in physical sciences.
  4. Assists with course and program development, recruiting students and implementing program objectives.
  5. Assists in implementing College policies, and achieving College goals according to College philosophy and procedures.
  6. Participates in Institutional Planning and Budget process.
  7. Participates in staff and committee work.
  8. Assists in all College recruitment & retention efforts as appropriate.
  9. Attends Graduation/Commencement ceremonies.
  10. Additional duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
  • Ability to deliver high quality instruction in a range of chemistry and physics courses.
  • Ability to commit to continued effort to stay current in program area.
  • Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures and services.
  • Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population.
  • Proficient in use of technology.
  • Ability to manage programs and resources effectively.
  • Ability to plan, budget, and evaluate activities.
  • Ability to relate successfully to faculty, staff, students and the community.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
EDUCATION:
  • A Master's degree in chemistry with 18 graduate semester hours of physics or Master's degree in physics with 18 graduate semester hours of chemistry. Doctorate preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Three (3) years teaching experience at the community college level or higher is preferred.
  • Three (3) years work experience in field is preferred.
  • Understanding and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
  • None
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
  • Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and to present oral lectures and demonstrations.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
  • Works inside in an office environment.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with a disability.)

Application Information

Postal Address:
Kathleen Daniel
Human Resources
Florida Keys Community College
5901 College Road
Key West, FL 33040 
 
Phone:
305-809-3118 
 
Fax:
305-292-2393
Online App. Form:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fkccedu