Monday, October 18, 2010

TT or T at Georgia Gwinnett College

Institution:Georgia Gwinnett College
Location:Lawrenceville, GA
Category:
  • Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted:10/01/2010
Application Due:Open Until Filled
Type:Full Time
Job Summary/Basic Function: Founded in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is the 35th member of the University System of Georgia. GGC is a premier 21st century four-year liberal arts institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools. With a current enrollment over 5,000 students, enrollment is projected to exceed 10,000 students within three years, including both residential and commuter students. Located in the greater Atlanta metropolitan area, GGC provides a modern technology-enriched learning environment. Gwinnett County (pop. 780,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education and information technology.

In anticipation of increases in enrollment for SPRING semester 2011, GGC invites applicants for a faculty position in Physics starting January 1, 2011. The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching of a variety of undergraduate physics and physical science courses in support of existing majors in Biology and Information Technology. The successful candidate will also participate in the development of new major programs as we grow. A strong commitment to undergraduate education, student engagement and participation in undergraduate research, as well as service to the school and community are expected. Teaching experience is highly desirable.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience with excellent benefits.

Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Any resulting employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion. Georgia Gwinnett College, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability or religion. Georgia is an open records state.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D.

GGC seeks applications for assistant, associate or full professor faculty position to begin January 1, 2011. Applicants should hold the doctorate or appropriate terminal degree in their discipline before or within the semester of the start date. GGC is an institution that values and encourages innovative teaching. In addition to teaching, applicants are expected to actively participate in scholarly activities, extensive student engagement and to contribute in the area of service to the college and community. Advising and mentoring are expected of all faculty. In accordance with Board of Regents Policy governing GGC faculty, successful applicants will be eligible to receive 5 or 3 year renewable appointments. Traditional one year appointments may also be approved. For more information about our college, please visit our website at www.ggc.edu.

Application Information

Contact:Georgia Gwinnett College
Online App. Form:https://jobs.ggc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51125&jtsrc=www.higheredj obs.com&jtrfr=www.peopleadmin.com&adorig=PA

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