Thursday, November 27, 2014

Renewable Lectureship - Indiana Purdue - Fort Wayne

Type of appointment: 9 Month, Non-Tenure Track, Recurring
Discipline: Physics
Area of Expertise: Open to all areas of Physics
Qualifications/Requirements: 
A qualified candidate will at least have a Master of Science in Physics but a Doctorate is preferred. The candidate must have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education and desire to innovate in their teaching methodology. The successful candidate will be expected to take a leadership role to innovate the introductory instructional laboratories, especially the laboratories for the life sciences. There will be the opportunity to develop and teach introductory and general education courses. For a candidate with a Ph.D., there is the opportunity to develop and teach advanced physics classes, and will have the prospect of developing a research program and directing student research. Money will be available for professional development.
Duties: 
Primary responsibilities will be teaching undergraduate laboratories, interacting with our high school physics partners and outreach. Academic advising, and engagement with the University, Department and community are also required.
Please submit:
  • A 1-2 page teaching philosophy
  • An example of teaching experience or effectiveness
  • A Curriculum Vitae
  • Three letters of reference
  • A copy of unofficial transcripts
Note: All candidates who are interviewed should prepare a 45-60 minute instructional student presentation.
Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background records check.


Contact:Mark Masters, Chair
masters@ipfw.edu; 260-481-6153
Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne
Online App. Form:http://www.ipfw.jobs/jobs/