Position: A tenure-track faculty position is
available in the Department of Physics at Truman State University, a
top-ranked public liberal arts and sciences university. The successful
candidate will be able to teach the full spectrum of undergraduate
introductory and advanced physics courses. The particular area of
research is flexible, but the successful candidate will be expected to
provide high-quality research experiences involving undergraduates.
Service to the department, school and university are expected. This
assignment will begin in August of 2018. This position requires a Ph.D.
(completed by August 13, 2018) in physics, astronomy, or a related
field.
Applicants will be evaluated on academic qualifications; support
for the liberal arts and sciences mission of the University; teaching
philosophy and experience; evidence of teaching effectiveness or
evidence of potential teaching effectiveness in teaching Physics
courses;
evidence of effective communication and interpersonal skills; research
interests and research plans with the potential for involving
undergraduates; and compatibility with the department's needs. Rank and
salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Program: The Department of Physics is part of
the School of Science and Mathematics at Truman State University. The
Department is a vibrant community consisting of 7 faculty members and
approximately 70 undergraduate majors. There are active student
communities organized around the Society of Physics Students, Women in
Physics, and Stargazers groups. We also have a chapter of Sigma Pi
Sigma. The department is housed in Magruder Hall and has several physics
educational and research laboratories. The Truman State Observatory
is located at a semi-rural location on the University farm, about 2
miles southwest of the main campus. It houses a 14-inch Meade telescope
and a 17-inch Planewave telescope used for research, education, and
outreach.
The physics department offers BS and BA degrees in Physics, and
minors in Physics and Astronomy. The Department also offers a
pre-engineering program including a dual-degree option. Beyond our
major's curriculum, the discipline offers courses in Truman's Liberal
Studies Program (LSP); opportunities for faculty members to pursue
interdisciplinary teaching and research occur both within the School and
as part of the LSP. For more information about the Physics Department,
please visit physics.truman.edu.
The University: Truman State University is home
to a vibrant educational community. The approximately 6,000 students who
make up its student body are well prepared for the academic rigors of a
highly selective university. More than 20 percent of Truman students
engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Most
gain leadership experience and nearly half go on to graduate or
professional school within a year of earning a degree.
Founded in 1867, Truman is known for its focus on student
learning and outcomes and places an emphasis on high-impact experiences
such as
internships, research, and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the
highest overall graduation rate among the state's public colleges and
universities. For more than two decades, Truman has been recognized as
the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S.
News & World Report. Washington Monthly has included Truman in the
top five of its master's university rankings in each of the past five
years. For more information regarding additional rankings and
acknowledgements, visit truman.edu/about.
The Community: Located in Northeast Missouri,
Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to
Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and has a
medical school, dental school, and community college. The Kirksville
School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence, and
the community takes pride in several annual events including the Red
Barn Arts and Crafts Festival, the NEMO Triathlon, and the Red, White,
and Blue Festival. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful
Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities
surrounding the 700-acre Forrest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by
car
to Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago and Des Moines. Daily flights from
Kirksville Regional Airport to St. Louis provide quick access to one
of the Midwest's major metropolitan areas. More information about
Kirksville can be found at kirksvillechamber.com.
Application: The application process is handled by the School of Science and Mathematics. Electronic submission of
applications is required and must be completed at http://employment.truman.edu.
Completed applications must include a cover letter, a statement of
teaching philosophy and
interests, a statement of research interests and goals, CV,
undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference.
Review of applications will begin on April 20, 2018 and continue
until the position is filled. If hired, applicant must provide proof of
eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts,
or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available.
Questions about this position may be directed to Ian Lindevald, Physics Department Chair, lindy@truman.edu.
