Thursday, June 13, 2013

FT/TT in Physical Science at NWOSU, Alva, OK

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Physical Science

Available: August 2013
Duties and Responsibilities: Primary duties include undergraduate teaching in physics/physical science (including laboratory) as well as academic advisement of undergraduate students. Additional duties include: university service such as committee work, support of university programs related to the Department of Natural Science, and assisting the department in continuous assessment and improvement of curriculum. Typical teaching load is 12-15 credit hours per semester. Typical courses include: general physical science, Earth & space science, algebra-based physics I & II and possibly other interdepartmental general education courses.
Qualifications: Masters degree required.  Ph.D. preferred.  The successful candidate should demonstrate effective communication and instructional skills appropriate for undergraduate students in introductory level science courses.  The successful candidate is expected to have an aptitude for working with other university faculty and area education stakeholders in service/outreach programs sponsored by the department.  While NWOSU is primarily a teaching institution, scholarly research endeavors will be encouraged and supported by the department to the extent possible.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Send Information to:
Dr. Mike Knedler
Dean, School of Arts and Sciences
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
709 Oklahoma Blvd.
Alva, OK 73717
Email: jmknedler@nwosu.edu
Applicants should provide a resume or personal data sheet with contact information for three professional references. Only applicants who are authorized to be employed in the United States need apply.
Northwestern Oklahoma State University is an equal opportunity employer.