Monday, May 9, 2011

VAP at Ithaca College

The Ithaca College Physics Department invites applications for a full-time, one-year sabbatical leave replacement position (with the possibility of continuation for a second year pending departmental needs) as Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2011. We seek a conscientious teacher and a practicing physicist who will thrive in a four-year comprehensive institution where close contact and collaboration with students are the norm. The ideal candidate will have experience dynamically engaging students as they work together in small groups within a large class, using pedagogy informed by current Physics Education Research. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses with associated office hours, grading, and grade assignment. Faculty members are also expected to participate in activities of the physics community and the College.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in physics or related discipline preferred. Outstanding candidates who are ABD will also be considered. Teaching experience at the college level is expected. Interested individuals should apply online at www.icjobs.org and attach a curriculum vita and a cover letter. In addition, please arrange for three (3) letters of recommendation to be forwarded to: Beth Ellen Clark Joseph at physics@ithaca.edu or by US Mail to Department of Physics, Ithaca College, 261 Center for Natural Sciences, Ithaca, NY 14850. Questions about the online application process should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-1207. Review of materials will begin immediately. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by May 22, 2011.