The Department of Physics within the University of Cincinnati’s College of Arts & Sciences seeks
candidates for an Assistant Professor-Educator position to start August 15, 2019.
The primary responsibilities will be teaching the introductory physics lecture courses, some of which may include the lab course or be in an online format and may involve training teaching assistants. This is a non- tenure-track position with continuing reappointments based upon performance reviews.
The Department of Physics seeks dynamic and motivated individuals to join our drive to engage
students and maximize learning in our classrooms. We particularly seek candidates who have a
strong interest in using research-based and active learning approaches, are willing to evaluate new
models of instruction and embrace online learning, and are able to contribute to the Physics
Education Research activities of the department. Such activities include development of
assessments, collection and analysis of data on student learning, and presentation of results within
the department and at conferences.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a Doctorate in Physics or a closely related
field, or a Doctorate in Science Education with a Master’s degree in Physics.
Application Process
Interested and qualified applicants must apply using our online application process
at https://jobs.uc.edu (Search for requisition #37019). In addition to the online application, required
parts of the application process include
(1) a cover letter which briefly describes prior teaching experiences,
(2) a current resume or cv, and
(3) a statement of teaching philosophy regarding use of research-based and active learning approaches.
Please use the additional documents feature to attach all of the required documents. Applicants should separately arrange to have three letters of reference sent electronically, preferably in PDF format, to physdept@ucmail.uc.edu.
Review of applications will begin April 25, 2019 and continue until position is filled. Start date is
August 15, 2019.
