Lecturer at North Dakota State University

[ed. note: please send questions to Warren Christensen]

 The Department of Physics at North Dakota State University invites applications for a one-year position as a Lecturer in physics beginning January 03, 2022. The teaching load for this position will be two introductory large-enrollment physics courses each semester, as well as opportunities for service and research for summer duties. These courses will be taught in-person. The department is committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and expects the successful candidate to be likewise committed. For the equity/diversity statement, the candidate can articulate how they’ve been committed to equity and inclusion thus far in their life. All interviews will be conducted online. An on-campus visit will be offered for the finalist to look for housing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Physics or closely related field (conferred by start date)
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching physics courses
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• PhD in Physics or closely related field
• Demonstrated understanding and ability to implement interactive engagement methods in large-enrollment courses
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching college physics as instructor of record

To be considered for this position, please visit https://www.ndsu.edu/employment and submit an application to opening number 2937049. Screening will begin 11/17/21  Candidates will need to provide

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Description of teaching experience, philosophy, and intended pedagogical methods
4. Statement on Equity and Diversity
5. a list of names and email addresses for at least three references, two of which can discuss the candidate’s teaching qualifications.

North Dakota State University is the land-grant university in the state of North Dakota.  The Department of Physics is composed of 10 faculty members and 16 graduate students. The research interests of the faculty include experimental and computational soft condensed matter, materials physics, biophysics, and physics education research. The department offers the opportunity for an energetic physicist to work in a small, friendly, research-oriented department while at the same time enjoying exposure to colleagues in a wide variety of fields. For more information about our department, please see our webpage at http://www.ndsu.edu/physics.  

Fargo is one of the best-kept secrets in the United States. The Fargo-Moorhead area has more than 200,000 people while maintaining a friendly small-town feel. The city has a definite “college-town” atmosphere with many cultural and intellectual opportunities. 

The Department of Physics and North Dakota State University have a commitment to enhancing diversity and creating a welcoming environment for all. The University is an NSF Advance institution. We especially encourage applications from members of traditionally under-served groups. North Dakota State University is an equal opportunity institution.

Land Acknowledgement

We collectively acknowledge that we gather at NDSU, a land grant institution, on the traditional lands of the Oceti Sakowin (Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda) and Anishinaabe Peoples in addition to many diverse Indigenous Peoples still connected to these lands. We honor with gratitude Mother Earth and the Indigenous Peoples who have walked with her throughout generations. We will continue to learn how to live in unity with Mother Earth and build strong, mutually beneficial, trusting relationships with Indigenous Peoples of our region.

Additional Information

No Smoking Notice: 

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement: 

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Director of Undergraduate Laboratories, CU-Boulder

 

Job Summary

The Department of Physics at the University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for the Director of Undergraduate Laboratories. This position is responsible for supervision and oversight of laboratory classes for Physics majors. Primary duties are 1) design, construction, and set-up of laboratory exercises in the sophomore, junior and senior labs (PHYS2150, 3330, and 4430/5430), 2) support, training and supervision of faculty, staff, graduate TAs, and undergraduate learning assistants in those lab classes, and 3) implementing innovations in laboratory instruction. A doctorate in physics (or a related engineering field) is strongly preferred, but is not required. 

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

 

Who We Are

The Department of Physics offers award-winning programs, well-established and knowledgeable faculty, and an unmatched educational experience. We are ranked among the top 15 universities overall for graduate-level physics programs. Our faculty includes multiple Nobel laureates, Packard Fellows, MacArthur Fellows, and Presidential Early Career Award winners performing ground- breaking research. The Department is strongly affiliated with Institutes of the University of Colorado (Biofrontiers, CIRES, JILA, LASP, RASEI), with the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, and with the nearby National Laboratories (NIST, NREL, NOAA, and NCAR), offering world-class facilities and broad opportunities for research collaboration. The department has among the largest PhD programs and programs for undergraduate majors in the US.

 

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Sophomore Lab Course Upgrade (Phys2150)

• In collaboration with faculty in physics, redesign course format in light of the latest research in undergraduate laboratory education research. Develop new lab exercises and improve existing lab exercises.
• Work with staff and faculty in Physics in organization of course, purchase and repair of new and existing equipment.

Electronics Lab Course Management (PHYS3330)

• In collaboration with faculty in physics, develop new lab exercises and improvement of existing lab exercises in PHYS 3330 (Junior-level electronics lab).
• Work with staff and faculty in Physics in purchase and repair of new and existing supplies and equipment for PHYS3330.
• Work with staff and faculty in Physics in organization and management of equipment, supplies, PC/printer/internet infrastructure.
• Supervision of undergraduate learning assistants in PHYS3330 (typically 3 LA’s per semester).
• Temporary instructor in PHYS3330, if instructor is ill or unavailable.

Advanced Lab Course Management (PHYS4430)

• In collaboration with faculty in physics, develop new lab exercises and improvement of existing lab exercises in PHYS4430.
• Work with staff and faculty in Physics in purchase and repair of new and existing supplies and equipment for PHYS4430 (Senior-level advanced undergraduate lab).
• Assist/train new faculty in organization of course and details of experimental apparatus.
• Assist faculty in documentation of new and existing lab experiments.
• Assist faculty in monitoring/mentoring students during class sessions.
• Temporary instructor in PHYS4430, if instructor is ill or unavailable.

Application of Results from Physical Education and Industry Skills Analysis

• Learn about and apply results from physics education research to undergraduate lab courses.
• Assessment of effectiveness of physics lab by working with faculty.
• Design and tailor lab experience based on analysis of the lab skills and techniques needed from industry.

What You Should Know

This position is expected to work in-person (no remote work).

 

What We Can Offer

Annual salary range is $78,000 - $82,000. Relocation funds are available according to departmental policy. 

 

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

 

 

What We Require

• Master’s degree in Physics or related engineering degree, or related field.
• At least two years of relevant experience teaching undergraduate physics students and management of physics lab or similar experience.

What You Will Need

• Digital literacy with Adobe Acrobat and MS Office applications, particularly with Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with a variety of professionals, administrators, and students.
• Ability to work independently and assume responsibility for initiating and completing critical functions in the management of educational programs.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Proven track record of working effectively in a team and within other collaborative work situations.
• Knowledge of analog and digital electronics and ability to fabricate experimental apparatus.
• Knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., python, Matlab, etc.)

What We Would Like You To Have

• Ph.D. in Physics or related engineering degree.
• Experience as an instructor of record for undergraduate physics course(s).
• At least five years of laboratory experience appropriate to the position.
• Three years experience teaching science lab courses or science course with a lab component at the undergraduate or junior/senior high school level.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials: 

1.    A current resume. 

2.    A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

3.    Diversity essay.

o    A short essay (no more than 1 page) that addresses the following statement: "Central to our mission is facilitating an inclusive community. Describe what your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion looks like in practice, including examples of how your work and experiences have contributed to advancing DEI in higher education.".

We may request references/letters of recommendation at a later time.

 

The position is open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by January 3, 2022.

 

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

 

TT, PER/AER, Rochester Institute of Technology, NY

 Assistant Professor - Physics and/or Astronomy Education Research at RIT

6166BR, Rochester Institute of Technology, College of Science, School of Physics and Astronomy

https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25483&siteid=5291&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=1544447

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in physics education research and/or astronomy education research.  The position is anticipated to be at the rank of Assistant Professor.  The position start date is August 2022.  Applicants are expected to have the demonstrated ability, or strong potential, to establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program that incorporates undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.  Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: inclusion and accessibility in physics education, cognition and reasoning, quantum information science education, teacher and TA preparation, the public understanding of science, informal science education, design/development of experiential research opportunities, computational physics education, and laboratory education.

RIT and the School of Physics and Astronomy celebrate and respect diversity in all forms, including race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.  Women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and members from other historically marginalized identities are particularly encouraged to apply. RIT seeks candidates with demonstrated experience teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute to the University's mission, vision, and core values of Student Centeredness; Professional Development and Scholarship; Integrity and Ethics; Respect, Diversity and Pluralism; Innovation and Flexibility; and Teamwork and Collaboration. Select to view links to RIT's core values, honor code, and diversity commitment.

The successful candidate will contribute to RIT's Science & Mathematics Education Research Collaborative (SMERC) a group of faculty, postdocs and graduate students from physics, life sciences, chemistry, and mathematics.  SMERC hosts an annual NSF REU in discipline-based education research, as well as a seminar series and weekly journal club.  Additional collaboration opportunities in engineering education, computing education, and deaf-education/accessibility (with RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID)) are encouraged through RIT's Center for Advancing STEM Teaching Learning & Evaluation (CASTLE).

Successful candidates must have a demonstrated strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research mentoring, as the educational experience of our students is of utmost priority at RIT.  Individuals are expected to be eager and able to teach and develop courses across all levels of our physics undergraduate and graduate programs, including graduate courses related to physics education research.  A plan to integrate and mentor undergraduate and graduate students at all levels must be part of the candidate's research program.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field, and have postdoctoral experience.  Candidates must have strong communication skills and demonstrate an overall commitment to the educational, research, and teaching mission of the School of Physics and Astronomy.


DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE DESCRIPTION

The School of Physics and Astronomy consists of 38 fulltime faculty, 8 postdocs, 200 undergraduate physics majors, and 50 graduate students. The School offers a BS and MS program in Physics, a PhD/MS program in Astrophysical Sciences and Technology, and is positioned to launch a general PhD program in Physics within the next 1-2 years.  Faculty in the school currently also contribute to graduate programs in Materials Science & Engineering, Microsystems Engineering, Sustainability, Imaging Science, Mathematical Modeling, and Applied & Computational Mathematics.  The College of Science leads six of RIT's nine major research centers, namely, the  Center for Advanced Teaching Learning & Evaluation, the Center for Computational Relativity & Gravitation, the NanoPower Research Laboratory, the Laboratory for Multiwavelength Astrophysics, the Center for Detectors, and the Digital Imaging & Remote Sensing Laboratory. Currently, RIT has identified five Signature Research Areas, and the College of Science leads three of them, i.e., the Future Photon Initiative, Frontiers in Gravitational Wave Astrophysics, and Unmanned Aerial Systems.  College of Science faculty also collaborate with the Center for Human-aware AI and the Computational Linguistics and Speech Processing Lab.

Information about the RIT School of Physics and Astronomy can be found at https://www.rit.edu/science/school-physics-and-astronomy.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* A PhD. in physics or a closely related field
* Post-doctoral experience
* Demonstrated commitment to research and excellence in teaching at all levels of the curriculum
* Ability to establish and maintain a vigorous program in physics and/or astronomy education research
* Demonstrated ability, or strong potential, to obtain external research funding
* A commitment to the educational and teaching mission of the School of Physics and Astronomy
* A commitment to including graduate and undergraduate students in research
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to RIT's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences

HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty. Search: 6166BR.  Please submit your application, curriculum vitae and cover letter, and upload the following:
Statement of research goals and plans for securing external funding (not to exceed 5MB-4 pages)
Teaching philosophy statement (not to exceed 5 MB-4 pages)
List of three current professional references, along with their contact information

Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations.  Within the cover letter, candidates must include a statement about their contributions to diversity and a description of any previous activities mentoring members of historically excluded racial, gender, or other identities.

Candidates should arrange to have their three references send letters of support directly to Chair, Physics/Astronomy Education Faculty Search Committee, RIT School of Physics & Astronomy.  These letters must be submitted to ttaphyssrch@rit.edu and must be in PDF format.  Inquiries regarding the position may also be sent electronically to ttaphyssrch@rit.edu.

To receive full consideration, all application materials should be received by Monday, December 6, 2021.

DBER Methodology Postdoc, University of California Irvine

 The UC Irvine Education Research Initiative (ERI) and School of Biological Sciences are jointly looking for a Postdoctoral Scholar with expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies to carry out discipline-based educational research (DBER) exploring teaching and learning in higher education under the supervision of Dr. Brian Sato (Professor of Teaching, Molecular Biology & Biochemistry; Associate Dean, Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation). This is a two-year position with a proposed start date of January 1, 2022 (negotiable).

The University of California, Irvine has a vibrant and collaborative community of discipline-based education researchers, education researchers, and STEM educators striving to provide our highly diverse student population with a premier learning experience. The Education Research Initiative is housed within the Division of Teaching Excellence and Innovation (DTEI) and aims to bring together researchers across the campus interested in conducting education research and implementing this research into practice. The Postdoctoral Scholar will collaborate with UCI faculty, postdocs, and graduate students, primarily within STEM, Education, and Social Science disciplines, on ERI projects. A main focus of the work will be an NSF-funded project (DUE 1821724) to examine the impact of teaching-focused faculty on student and faculty outcomes, using a variety of data sources (institutional data, student and faculty survey and interview data, classroom observation data, and social network data, among others). In particular, we are interested in exploring faculty conceptions of teaching and learning, their professional identity, and their perceptions regarding their role and fit within their departments and how these constructs relate to student outcomes.

Relevant research projects will involve survey design and analysis, accessing, cleaning, and analyzing institutional data, and modeling of nested data. Other potential areas that the postdoc could contribute to involve coding and analysis of interview data, social network analysis, and multiple regression analysis. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in an Education, Social Science, or STEM Education discipline; experience in conducting research on teaching and learning; outstanding verbal and written communication skills; a successful record of publication and presentations; and the ability to work well with university faculty. Grant writing experience is also a plus and the individual will have opportunities to lead proposal writing efforts.

Applications should be submitted online at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07193 . Please submit a cover letter describing your relevant expertise and interests, a curriculum vitae, a research statement, a diversity statement, and names and contact information of three references.

TT Assistant Professor of Physics (PER), University of Alaska Fairbanks

 https://careers.alaska.edu/cw/en-us/job/518178/assistant-professor-of-physics?&lApplicationSubSourceID=11252

The Physics Department at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) invites applications to fill a tripartite tenure-track position with research specialization in the learning and teaching of physics. This research area provides an opportunity to develop the potential of learners and engage with communities in Alaska. It complements the department’s research activities in space physics, glaciology, and complex systems.

The successful candidate will develop and teach introductory physics courses for online delivery, incorporating modern learning methodologies. Teaching responsibilities (typically four courses per academic year) may include upper-division and graduate level courses in physics and physics pedagogy, and the training of learning and teaching assistants. The successful candidate is expected to develop an extramurally funded research program in the area of physics education, and will be active in the mentoring of graduate (PhD, MS) and undergraduate students in physics education research. The service component will include leadership in the department’s PhysTEC activities, and leadership as a college and campus thought-leader on the subject of teaching and learning in the modalities of face to face, asynchronous- and synchronous-distance delivery of Physics and science. The position is targeted at the assistant professor level, although appointment at a higher rank may be considered for suitably qualified candidates.

Two NTT Lectureships, University of Utah

 The Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Utah invites applications for two career-line (non tenure-track) faculty members at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Lecturer). We seek long-term colleagues who will join our talented group of instructional faculty and be fully integrated into our department. The position requires a graduate degree in physics or a related area.

 

Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills are expected. The two positions are each envisioned as 12-month appointments with standard teaching responsibilities for six departmental courses per year. Some departmental teaching responsibilities could be replaced by activities such as teaching physics at a public charter high school, and/or collaborating with other faculty and staff on projects such as curriculum reform, developing and managing new online courses and helping to support and train peer mentors and teaching assistants.

 

This is an exciting time in the Department of Physics & Astronomy. The University is experiencing enrollment increases, resulting in a more diverse student body. Funding for a new building has been allocated and architectural planning is underway. The Center for Science and Math Education (https://csme.utah.edu/) leads several student success efforts, including college-wide learning assistant and internship programs and a comprehensive partnership with Salt Lake Community College, the University’s main transfer partner. Recent admission into the Association of American Universities (AAU) solidifies the University’s status as a top-tier research-intensive institution with a strong focus on equitable education for all students.

 

Details: These salaried (exempt) appointments within the career-line track do not include the possibility of tenure, but are otherwise similar to tenure track appointments with various ranks (assistant, associate, and full professor), the eligibility to apply for external funding, service on committees (including in leadership roles) and the participation in departmental governance. The initial appointment is expected to start on July 1, 2022, will be for two years, and is renewable thereafter. Career-line faculty are reviewed informally on an annual basis, like their tenure-track colleagues. Career-line faculty can be promoted to higher ranks within the career-line track.

 

Application process and timeline: Using this link (https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/119369)  please upload (i) a cover letter describing your interest in this particular opportunity; (ii) your complete academic curriculum vitae; and (iii) a statement describing your educational philosophy and experience; (iv) a statement describing your activities and contributions to equity and inclusion; Please also arrange for three (3) letters of reference to be submitted by the deadline.

 

The review of applications will commence on December 1, 2021 and the posting will close on December 31, 2021. If you have questions about this search, please direct them to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Jordan Gerton (jgerton@physics.utah.edu).

 

Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City, a vibrant metropolitan area in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains with a diverse, multicultural population, and numerous cultural and family-oriented activities, the University of Utah is the state’s flagship research institution and emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. The university serves over 32,000 students from across the U.S. and the world with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law, dentistry, and medicine. Known for its proximity to exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities, such as world-class skiing, hiking, biking, camping, climbing, and breathtaking national and state parks, and for a diverse and growing economy, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

 

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

 

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

 

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

 

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

135 Park Building

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.

TT, Michigan State University

 Assistant Professor - Tenure System - Faculty Position in Physics

Michigan State University (MSU) and MSU’s Lyman Briggs College (LBC) actively promote a

dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing

perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared

inquiry.

MSU invites applications for a tenure system Assistant Professor faculty position in physics.

This position is open to all fields of physics, with specific consideration to theoretical,

computational, or education related research areas. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in

physics, physics education, or a closely related discipline, and will have demonstrated

innovative teaching and a student-centered perspective on undergraduate education. They will

also have demonstrated the ability to carry out forefront research while successfully maintaining

teaching responsibilities. The appointment will be split between the Lyman Briggs College (75%)

and the Department of Physics and Astronomy (25%).

This position is one of three that LBC seeks to fill. We aim to recruit three outstanding scholars

for a series of new faculty positions in the core areas of Physics, Mathematics, and Biology. This

group of hires will bolster existing strengths and support the launch of exciting new programs

and initiatives focused upon scholarship in DEI&B: diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

We believe that this research agenda is best advanced by a cohort of faculty with varied

perspectives and lived experiences, in order to challenge biases and conventions in research

and academia; promote innovation; and educate future generations. These scholars will show a

commitment to building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment through their teaching,

research, and/or community engagement.

Founded in 1967, LBC is a vibrant undergraduate residential college within MSU focusing on

the study of the sciences in their societal and global contexts (http://lbc.msu.edu). The LBC

curriculum integrates the natural sciences and mathematics with the history, philosophy,

sociology, and communication of the sciences. There are approximately 2,000 students in

Lyman Briggs, 66% of whom are women. 31% of all primary, secondary degree, and additional

majors identify as students of an underrepresented racial/ethnic group. Additionally, 32% of LBC

students are members of the MSU Honors College. Faculty work closely with students in small

classes. LBC is also a leading center for research on teaching and learning and for

interdisciplinary scholarship. Most LBC faculty members in the tenure system have a joint

appointment in a disciplinary department or program to support their scholarship and

professional development. The college boasts a dynamic community of students, staff, and

faculty who make LBC an exceptional place to learn and work.

Michigan State University's Department of Physics and Astronomy is one of the top-ranked

departments in the country. It offers a wide range of courses in physics and astronomy.

Undergraduate programs are available with different emphases and mixes with other branches

of science and engineering. It also offers graduate (M.S. & Ph.D.) degree programs with

specializations in many sub-fields, including nuclear physics, condensed matter physics, high

energy physics, astronomy and astrophysics.

Minimum qualifications

● Candidates must have a PhD in physics, physics education, or a related field

Desired qualifications

● Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research,

service, and/or community involvement

● Demonstrated innovation in undergraduate-focused physics teaching

● Development and implementation of computational activities, modeling, or other

evidence-based curricula in introductory physics courses

● Leadership of teaching teams, including undergraduate learning assistants and/or

graduate teaching assistants

● Experience in the complete research cycle from idea generation to publication and/or to

participating in grant writing

● Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students in research projects

To ensure a holistic assessment of candidates, we request that applications include:

(1) a CV, including education background/qualifications, a list of publications, teaching and

mentoring roles, leadership positions, contributions to the academic community, and efforts in

public outreach;

(2) a 2-page statement highlighting past research successes and future research interests; this

statement should also list which one of your lead-author and/or anchor-author publications you

would most like the committee to read;

(3) a 2-page teaching statement describing the applicant’s educational priorities (including

teaching and mentoring) and plans to address them; this statement should highlight the

applicant's efforts to address issues of diversity and inclusion;

(4) a 1-2 page statement of contributions to the academic community. Universities are complex

institutions that rely on faculty to assume diverse responsibilities, including fostering student

learning, advancing research, disseminating knowledge, and sustaining inclusive communities.

The applicant should describe how they have been involved in departmental and/or institutional

activities as part of their institution’s academic community. They should also describe their

interests and plans for enriching the MSU community, including how they plan to advance

issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion;

(5) a cover letter that frames the application in the context of this position in Lyman Briggs

College and the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Applications should be submitted through the MSU hiring website (http://careers.msu.edu),

posting #739297. At this website, applicants should also submit contact information for three

references. While letters will not be solicited for the initial evaluation of candidates, references

should be prepared to submit letters (promptly upon request) that focus on the candidate’s

research impact on the field, the candidate’s experience with mentoring and collaborating, and

efforts to broaden representation. The selection process will begin on December 3, 2021, and

review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Katie Hinko (hinko@msu.edu) and Dr. Pete White

(pwhite@msu.edu). Applicants are encouraged to peruse the MSU Lyman Briggs College

website: https://lbc.msu.edu

We actively encourage applications from -- and welcome nominations of -- physicists within the

LGBTQIA+ community, physicists of color, veterans, physicists with disabilities, and physicists

from other minoritized groups. MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer and is

committed to achieving excellence through diversity.

Special Instructions

The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against

COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/

FT Lecturer, University of Georgia

Lecturer, University of Georgia

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time Lecturer with a start date of August 2022. This is a non-tenure track faculty position. A Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a related field is required at the time of job offer.  The Department, which currently has 24 faculty members, has a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.  Candidates should show a commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level and demonstrate potential to enhance teaching pedagogy.  The person hired will teach six courses per year, primarily in the Department’s general physics programs, and will expected to engage in undergraduate curriculum development. 

To apply for this position, please visit https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/224860. Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for three references. Attached documents should include a cover letter addressed to Prof. Steven Lewis, the Chair of the Search Committee, along with a CV and statement of teaching interests and philosophy that also includes a statement on diversity. All applications received by December 1, 2021 will receive full consideration.

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and UGA are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  UGA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.  Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).  Please do not contact the Department or search committee with such requests.

Athens, Georgia is well known for its quality of life, with easy access to both outdoor and urban activities (exploregeorgia.org).  UGA is a land- and sea-grant institution located in Athens, 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, the state capital (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu). UGA is uniquely located within short drives to Oak Ridge National Laboratory (NL), Savannah River NL, Marshall Space Flight Center, and Atlanta.

TT Assistant Professor (PER) at University of North Florida

https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/17983 

The Department of Physics at the University of North Florida (UNF) is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to start in August 2022. We are primarily interested in candidates whose research is in physics education research. Exceptional candidates from all areas of physics may be considered. The successful candidate will be able to excel at teaching courses throughout the physics curriculum, conduct externally funded research involving undergraduate students, and be committed to increasing the participation of women and underrepresented minorities in STEM fields. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics or a related field. Postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Start-up funds and research space are available for this position.  

 

UNF offers a bachelor’s degree in physics and has recently launched an interdisciplinary master’s degree program in Materials Science and Engineering. The standard teaching load for tenure-track faculty is three courses per semester. UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged institution, a designation that recognizes the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. Following the teacher-scholar model, UNF faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service. Not including this position, the Physics Department’s faculty consists of six condensed matter experimentalists, one condensed matter theorist, three astrophysicists, and five lecturers. We are a PhysTEC member, a past host of CUWiP, and participants in the APS-IDEA Network. There are active collaborations between the department and the College of Education and Human Services in the pursuit of external funding. The department is engaged in several curricular reforms: studio physics, computation in upper-level courses, and ISLE-based techniques in our lower-level labs. More information can be found on the department website (www.unf.edu/coas/physics/). 

TT Teaching-Stream Assistant Professor at York University (Toronto)

https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19762

The Department of Physics and Astronomy, Faculty of Science at York University invites highly qualified candidates to apply for a tenure-track teaching stream position in Physics and Astronomy with expertise in teaching and laboratory innovation at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream to commence July 1, 2022. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses, coordinate undergraduate laboratories, and to provide creative educational leadership in enhancing teaching and learning through curricular and pedagogical innovation both in the classroom and in the laboratory. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.

The successful applicant will be based at the York Markham Campus when operational (expected in Fall 2023) and become a member of the first cohort of resident faculty members. Between July 1, 2022, and the opening of the campus, the appointee will assume a combination of teaching responsibilities at York’s Keele campus and contribute to the development of academic and research programming planned for the new Markham Centre Campus.