The Opportunity
The Physics Department at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) invites applications for a teaching assistant professor to participate in the delivery of our introductory sequence and core curriculum. The Department of Physics offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate degree in Engineering Physics, as well as MS and PhD degrees. The program typically graduates between 50 and 70 majors per year. The department encourages and supports innovation in teaching and learning and has developed effective methods of instruction at the introductory and advanced levels. The successful candidate will become part of the departmental faculty team, which currently consists of seven full-time teaching faculty and seventeen tenure/tenure-track faculty. The teaching faculty team has primary responsibility for delivering the two-semester introductory calculus-based physics sequence using a hybrid-studio approach, and is also invited to deliver courses in the undergraduate and graduate physics core curricula. We are looking for the successful candidate to start in August 2024. Appointment at a higher rank (Teaching Associate Professor or Teaching Professor) may be possible for an exceptionally qualified individual.
Responsibilities
In the introductory studio, faculty work with graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants to coach students through a combination of hands-on activities, problem-solving practice, and other computer-assisted lessons. In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to other parts of the Engineering Physics undergraduate and (Applied) Physics graduate core curriculum. Other responsibilities include training and supervising teaching assistants, departmental and campus committee service, and advising.
Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in physics or a related field earned by August 2024.
Strong commitment to undergraduate education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as a member of a teaching team.
A thorough understanding of modern, research-based educational practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with the delivery of physics courses in the introductory sequence and in the core curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels using modern, research-vetted teaching practices.
Demonstrated potential for and interest in teaching upper-division undergraduate lab courses.
About Mines and The Department
Colorado School of Mines is located in Golden, Colorado, in the foothills of the Rockies, 15 miles west of Denver and 20 miles south of Boulder. Mines is proud to have recently earned Carnegie Classification R1 “Very High Research Activity.” The Department of Physics is housed in the new CoorsTek Center for Applied Science and Engineering building, which is at the center of campus and has several new classrooms that are available to apply interactive and innovative teaching techniques. The physics faculty are extremely research-active with national and international reputation. The teaching faculty team is known for driving innovation in teaching throughout campus and beyond, and their strong dedication to provide the Mines students with unique signature experiences. More information can be found at http://physics.mines.edu.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.
Pay Range
Mines is offering an academic year salary rate of:
Teaching Assistant Professor: $72,500 - $80,000
Teaching Associate Professor: $86,500 - $92,750
Teaching Professor: $95,500 - $108,000
Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
Total Rewards
Mines is proud to provide exceptional benefits that include pay, health & wellness and work/life balance offerings. Our portfolio of benefits includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. As a State of Colorado institution, Mines is exempt from Social Security. Additionally, Mines employees are eligible for tuition benefits (for employees and dependents), generous paid holidays and leaves and discount programs. Mines’ leadership and innovation brings proximity and access to several research centers, consortia, agencies, labs and leading-edge technology. For more information, visit Mines benefits.
How to Apply
Apply by January 20th for full consideration. Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran status) and upload a CV and cover letter (required). References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. Applications must specify in the application package to which rank they are applying. Applicants will notice on the application form there is one location to upload all required materials. Further, once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application. Applicants may submit their application as one combined document or as separate documents.
Applicants must submit:
A letter of application,
A statement of teaching and/or design experience and interests with a description of any experience you have in education (face-to-face and online, emphasizing hands-on content where applicable) (maximum of 2 pages),
A statement on contributions to diversity and inclusion, describing your past experiences and proposed activities to advance access, inclusion and diversity at Mines (maximum of 2 pages), and
A curriculum vitae.
Teaching Statement:
Mines is committed to high quality, hands-on and project-based learning. Additionally, Mines is growing its online MS non-thesis degree programs. Candidates should cover their in-person and hands-on teaching pedagogy and be prepared to describe any experience they have in online education.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
Candidates should submit a statement on Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion. Mines is committed to access, inclusion, and diversity and is actively developing a strategic plan to advance Diversity, Inclusion and Access (for more information visit https://www.mines.edu/about/
Please contact Kathleen Feighny, Human Resources, at kfeighny@mines.edu with any questions.
