University of Maryland Eastern Shore
The Department of Natural Sciences (DNS) invites resumes for a nine month, full-time, tenure
track position beginning August, 2013. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualification.
Responsibilities:
The successful
candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate physics courses at all
levels and to develop an externally funded research program that
will involve both undergraduate and graduate students. Additionally, the
successful candidate must have excellent communication skills and a
strong commitment to teaching, research and service. Performs other
related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Ph.D. required
preferably in experimental physics with demonstrated high quality
undergraduate teaching experience using contemporary technologies.
Ability
to get along with others required. Ability to accept and work in the
United States required. Note: Individuals with degrees outside of the
US may be subject to verification. Verification of degree is the
responsibility of the candidate.
The DNS offers undergraduate
majors in Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Sciences. It also offers
M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Toxicology and Marine Estuarine and
Environmental Sciences, and a M.S. Chemistry. Physics is a minor area
and primarily offers support courses for majors in Engineering, Math
and Computer Science, Technology, Health professions, and other science
disciplines. The Department is in the process of developing physics
as a major and the successful candidate will be expected to lead this
effort. Calculus based physics labs are equipped with PASCO Science
Workshop TM (model 750) and a variety of sensors.
Resume
review will begin April 15, 2013 and continue until the position
is filled. Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest
stating how their experience fit the requirements of the position
including the use of contemporary technologies in teaching. Candidates
should also submit a detailed curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching
effectiveness, research plans, statement of teaching philosophy, and
have three letters of professional recommendation sent directly by
reference to:
Department of Human Resources
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD 21853.
E-mail: mvames@umes.edu
