Instructor, Physics 499692
Instructor, Physics 499692
Lamar University
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Position Title: Instructor #499692
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Salary: Commensurate
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Physics at Lamar University (Texas State University System) invites
applications for an Instructor Position in Physics. The position is available in
September 2019 and can be renewed annually based on performance.
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)
The position requires a minimum of an earned Master's degree in Physics, with a PhD in
Physics being preferred.
Candidates must have had experience teaching in Physics at the university/college level.
Ideal candidates are expected to have a commitment to education at all levels, demonstrate
excellence in English proficiency, and be capable of supervising undergraduate research.
The successful candidate must have the ability to work with students from diverse
backgrounds and will be expected to teach both lectures and labs for elementary and general
(algebra-based and calculus-based) Physics courses. Opportunities will further exist for the
candidate to teach junior/senior-level courses.
Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Physics being preferred.
Certification Required:
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EEO Statement
Lamar University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Veteran's Preference
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in
accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas
Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history
record information.
Lamar Expectation of Quality
Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional
services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.
Disclaimer
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the
scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders
within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of
qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated
with the position. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements
of the position change. Lamar University reserves the right to revise, change or
eliminate this job description at any time.
Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond
to the needs of the university.
This Job Description is not intended to be a contract of employment or a legal document.
Employment with Lamar University is at will, and may be terminated with or without cause,
and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this Job Description shall be interpreted
to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of
Lamar University employees.
Open Date: 06/25/2019
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Please visit the HR employment website at https://jobs.lamar.edu to apply.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, vitae, statement of teaching philosophy
(3-page maximum) and contact information for three references. Submit all required
documents online with the application for position #499692. If you have any questions,
please contact the HR Office at (409) 880-8375 for assistance.
To apply, visit: http://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/7898
Lamar University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants
receive equal consideration in the selection process.
receive equal consideration in the selection process.
