TT, PER eligible, Chapman University CA

 Chapman University is conducting an open search for a tenure track faculty line, for anyone with background in math, physics, or philosophy who is committed to promoting the success of underrepresented students in the sciences. We are encouraging applications from those in math education research and physics education research! Here's the job posting: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22345 I'm not involved in the search at all, but am happy to share my perspectives as a DBER faculty in the college and about life in Orange County, CA (please feel free to contact me at hsu at chapman dot edu).

 

As part of an initiative to hire leading research scientists with a strong commitment to promoting the success of underrepresented students in the sciences, the Schmid College of Science and Technology at Chapman University announces a tenure track faculty position, at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective August 2023 in the discipline of Mathematics, Physics, or Philosophy. 

 

Chapman University, located in the heart of Orange County, California, offers traditional undergraduate programs in the arts and sciences and select pre-professional and graduate programs. The university is a nationally ranked R2 research institution with a commitment to excellence through world-class research and innovative teaching. Schmid College of Science and Technology serves an increasingly diverse body of students engaged in Biology, Biochemistry & Chemistry, Computational and Data Science, Environmental Science and Policy, Food Science and Nutrition, Mathematics, Physics, and Philosophy. The college is housed in the Keck Center for Science and Engineering.

 

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a field relevant to Mathematics, Physics, or Philosophy, and have outstanding records of scholarly publications, research support, and a history of commitment to the mentorship of students from underrepresented and underserved populations. The successful candidate will be expected to continue their active research program and mentoring activities, as well as help design, implement, and assess innovative new programs that lead to demonstrable advances in diversity, equity, and inclusion for our students, faculty, and staff. Service and teaching expectations will not exceed those of any other faculty position. Faculty appointments will be made at the Assistant Professor rank with current academic standing in one of the College’s academic programs. Chapman offers competitive salaries, research start-up funds, and recruitment allowances.

 

The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at https://www.chapman.edu/diversity.

 

Application review will begin October 10, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to search chair email: pace@chapman.edu. Please use “Assistant Professor, Math, Physics, and Philosophy STEM Mentor" as the email subject line. 

 

Full job posting and application: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22345

 

Lab Manager, Texas A&M College Station

Laboratory Manager (Teaching Labs, Demonstrations, Outreach), Texas A&M University

Laboratory Manager

Department of Physics and Astronomy

Texas A&M University

College Station, Texas  77843

 

Email address for questions:  jobs@physics.tamu.edu

The Department of Physics and Astronomy of Texas A&M University is seeking applications at the title of Laboratory Manager.  This laboratory manager oversees teaching laboratories for physics service courses, coordinates the classroom demonstration program, and works with our large physics outreach program.

 Full position description and additional notes are listed on the application website.

 

 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

 All applications must be submitted at https://jobs.tamu.edu for position R-05291.  Upload cover letter discussing qualifications for the position, along with complete résumé, at https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMU_External/details/Laboratory-Manager--On-site-_R-052961.

  

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Required education:  Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

 

Required experience:  Five years’ related experience in teaching laboratory management, supervision, coordination, or instruction

 Preferred education:  Master's degree in physics or a related field

 Required special knowledge, skills, and abilities:  Knowledge of work processing and spreadsheet applications; knowledge of scientific equipment associated with physical sciences; knowledge of proper preparation, handling, and disposal of glassware and hazardous materials; working knowledge of Python programming language; knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures; ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others; ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding; ability to repair electronics used in physics labs and demonstrations; ability to perform non-electronic repairs for physics demonstrations and lab equipment; proficiency with power tools and knowledge of workshop safety; excellent written and oral communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to exert light force; ability to lift 50+ pounds; ability to work beyond normal office hours and/or weekends

 Preferred special knowledge, skills, and abilities:  Solidworks or other CAD software; Wordpress; Adobe Premiere or other video-editing software

  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Personnel management:  Interview, hire, and manage a technical staff of student employees in the lecture demonstration program and labs; provide leadership to the laboratory and lecture demonstration programs; keep administrative records as required by the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

 Training management:  Conduct training sessions on pedagogy and establish procedures for lecture demonstrations for members of the faculty and technical staff.

 Demonstrations management:  Provide leadership for systematic upgrade of physics demonstrations; oversee adoption of demonstrations developed for physics festival into lectures; develop demonstrations manuals; keep up-to-date database for physics demonstrations.

 Laboratory management:  Prepare lab schedules and lab handouts to complement the lecture course syllabus; oversee safety protocols established for laboratory courses.

 Outreach:  Assist students in building, maintaining, and repairing hands-on demonstrations for the department outreach program; assist in coordination of outreach programs such as Physics and Engineering Festival, Just Add Science, Game Day Physics, and others; conceive new outreach ideas and how the department can implement them; present science demonstrations for outreach programs and collaborate with faculty for these events.

 Budgetary and fiscal management:  Oversee budgets for operating and maintaining the Department of Physics and Astronomy laboratory courses and lecture demonstrations; initiate purchases of equipment, supplies, and services for the laboratory and lecture demonstrations.

 Maintenance and repairs:  Maintain and repair laboratory equipment and equipment for lecture and festival demonstrations.

 Other duties:  Performs other duties, as assigned.

Instructional Lab Manager, University of New Hampshire

 Instructional Laboratory Manager

University of New Hampshire, Durham 

https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/50003 

Summary

Operating Title: Instructional Laboratory Manager

Long Classification Title:  Laboratory Manager

Campus Location: Durham

Department: University of New Hampshire, College of Engineering and Physical Science, Department of Physics and Astronomy

Summary of Position: The Instructional Laboratory Specialist will organize, maintain, and upgrade instructional labs and demonstrations, work with instructors to coordinate laboratories and demonstrations, maintain departmental computers, instruct and coordinate graduate teaching assistants, deliver instruction of introductory (400-level) courses and support the development of new instructional materials.

Acceptable min level of education: Masters

Acceptable min level of experience: 2 years


Duties / Responsibilities 

Laboratory Management: Manage all Physics Department teaching laboratories, including organization, repairs and maintenance, and upgrades of laboratory hardware. Coordinate all Laboratory experiments
and classroom demonstrations with  course instructors, including setting up,
organization and maintenance, and upgrades of demonstration hardware. Develop new laboratory experiments 
and manuals as needed. Coordinate  with the Equipment Committee to assess needs and make purchases for teaching lab equipment. Create and  maintain a user-friendly online inventory of demonstrations and lab equipment. 


Support of Classroom Instruction/Teaching:  Coordinate the scheduling and training of graduate Teaching
Assistants (TAs) and undergraduate Learning Assistants (LAs) for introductory courses. Supervise a team of undergraduate Learning Assistants (LAs) including recruitment and schedule management. Develop new classroom demonstrations as  needed, and support active learning in classes by working with instructors.  Possibility to teach introductory (first year) physics courses. 


Department IT Support: Manage all departmental teaching resources including computers, computer networks and peripherals, overseeing purchase, set up and maintenance. This includes coverage of all laboratory (instructional) computers. 

Other Duties as Assigned. 

 
 
 Additional Job Information 

UNH is a federal contractor within the meaning of the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. This position may require that you be vaccinated againstCOVID-19 in the future, unless you apply for and receive a religious or medical exemption. You may not test out of this requirement. 

Posting Number PS3408FY22
 
Other minimum qualifications: Master's degree in Physics or related field 

Additional Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of related experience which includes a combination of secondary/higher education teaching in an appropriate scientific area, supervision, and computer management. Experience in computer networking and management (Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating systems). 

Salary Information Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. 

Quick link for Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/50003 

Percent Time Information (FTE). 1.00 

Grade 20 

EEO Statement: The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. 

Institution Information The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90undergraduate and more than 70graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. 

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/ diversity-resource-guide 

Posting Date: 07/28/2022 

Open Until Filled: Yes 

Closing Date:  none

Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No 

Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No 

Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt) 

Appointment Type Regular 

If TERM position provide projected end date 

Equipment/Instruments 


DOT Safety Information None applicable 





Supplemental Questions 

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you meet the definition of an Internal Candidate? Internal Candidates include: (1) active status employees who have completed the introductory period and (2) adjunct staff members who have been employed within USNH for at least 12 months in total and who have worked at least 1,000 hours during the 12 month period preceding the application for the position. Student employment does not apply toward internal status eligibility. Yes No 


2. Why are you interested in this position? (Open Ended Question) 

3. Explain the most recent skill(s) you've learned in technology and how has it improved your role. (Open Ended Question) 

4. Please explain any experience you have working with clients and providing customer service. (Open Ended Question) 



Documents Needed to Apply 
Required Documents
1. Resume/Vita

2. Cover Letter 

3. (3) Professional References Contact Info 

Post-doctoral Scholar Investigating Women in Physics and Astronomy, University of Utah

 https://www.perutah.com/open-positions

Postdoctoral Scholar OPEN

Women in Physics and Astronomy

University of Utah

Department of Physics & Astronomy

Post-doctoral Scholar Investigating Women in Physics and Astronomy

 

The Physics Education Research Group at the University of Utah (PERU)

 seeks to hire a post-doctoral scholar to study women in physics and 

astronomy. This work will include analyzing longitudinal qualitative data 

on graduate women in physics and astronomy and co-writing peer 

reviewed publications. This position is a one-year contract with an 

additional one-year renewal depending on funding. The position is open 

until filled with an immediate start date. The successful candidate will work

 in person at The University of Utah in Salt Lake City, UT.

A PhD in a relevant field is required. 

 

 

Total Compensation: $56,000 salary, ability to contribute to tax deferred

retirement, and healthcare

Conference: Paid expenses to a conference annually

 

Required Skills:

-Can independently lead research

-Strong interpersonal skills

-Strong writing skills as demonstrated by peer reviewed publications or drafts

-Desire to learn grant writing, presentation design/style

-Strong research ethics and dedication to high quality work and analysis

-Attention to detail

-Autonomous, goal driven, and meets deadlines

 

Preferred Skills:

(We encourage applicants without these skills but are willing to learn)

            -Qualitative interviewing and coding skills

            -Previous work on gender or women’s issues in STEM

            -Successful grant writing

            -Experience presenting at national conferences and universities

            -Peer-reviewed publications

 

If you are interested in applying, send your letter of interest specifying your

relevant skills, vita, list of publications to the email address listed here.

Letters of recommendation will be requested for select candidates.

For information about the research group (PERU), please go to

www.PERUtah.com or contact PER@Physics.Utah.edu. 

Applications and letters of recommendation should be submitted via email to:

Ramon.S.Barthelemy@Utah.edu

 

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 

does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age,

sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability,

genetic information, or Protected Veteran status. 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. To inquire about

the University’s nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request

disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity

and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

 

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings

with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to

improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

STEM Education Postdoc, Texas State

 Position Description - Instructional Change Teams Research

We are advertising a postdoctoral-level research position associated with the NSF-IUSE award Modeling Instructional Change Teams (NSF #1914857, Lead PI Alice Olmstead; NSF #1914880, PI Andrea Beach, co-PI Charles Henderson, https://instructionalchangeteams.weebly.com/). This project aims to develop and share research-based tools and guidance to change leaders who aim to support teams working to improve undergraduate STEM courses nationally. The selected candidate will also have the option to conduct part-time research on the impacts of an ongoing, local NSF-IUSE-HSI award, the Faculty-Student STEM Communities Project (NSF #1928696, https://www.cose.txstate.edu/STEMCommunities.html). This project aims to promote student-centered, culturally responsive instructional change by building community among STEM faculty and undergraduate students at Texas State University. The project also centrally involves teams.

 

The instructional change teams project is a national-scale, mixed-methods, and practice-oriented research study. It builds on a prior qualitative study led by the PI team (NSF #1525393). We are currently three years into this project, with slightly over one year remaining. The primary focus is the development and use of a survey instrument that diagnoses various aspects of instructional change team collaborations. We currently have a pilot survey instrument that we are actively using to collect data from and provide feedback to teams and team-based project leaders working to improve undergraduate STEM courses. In the final year of the project, we aim to recruit and provide feedback for additional teams to complete our pilot; validate our survey instrument; use survey data to develop claims about how various factors influence instructional change team collaboration and outcomes; and share the results through publication and other dissemination strategies. Follow-up qualitative data collection and analysis is also possible. 

 

The postdoctoral research appointment will span all aspects of the instructional change teams project. The selected candidate will be expected to engage in activities such as: identifying and recruiting study participants; collecting and compiling survey data; preparing reports for study participants; statistically testing the pilot survey instrument and modifying it appropriately; analyzing survey data to address research questions; reviewing relevant literature; and synthesizing the results for publications and presentations. They will be expected to work closely with our existing team including the three PIs, a part-time, postdoctoral-level independent contractor, and another faculty member at Texas State with quantitative analysis expertise, as well as the previous postdoctoral researcher from this project when appropriate. PI Olmstead will be the primary advisor for this position. 

 

An optional, part-time (20%) appointment with the STEM Communities Project would involve pursuing research on the impacts of the programmatic aspects of this five-year, team-based instructional change effort for participants and their instructional approaches. Research activities could include collecting and analyzing interviews with participating faculty and/or undergraduate Learning Assistants; collecting and analyzing video-recordings of faculty-student teams preparing for instruction; and synthesizing results for publication and/or presentations. They would be expected to work closely with the PI team, other postdocs, student researchers, and/or the external evaluator for the project when relevant. Olmstead (project co-PI) would again be a primary advisor for this role, along with co-PI Eleanor Close. With this option, the appointment on the instructional change teams award would be reduced to 80% of full-time.

Minimum qualifications are: 

• PhD in a STEM and/or Education field 
• Comfort in learning or using quantitative research methods to analyze survey data
• Enthusiastic and motivated learner

 

Preferred qualifications are:

• Experience with quantitative research studies
• Experience with statistical analysis and/or programming packages (e.g., R, Stata, Python)
• Experience with qualitative research studies (particularly for the optional, STEM Communities appointment)
• Commitment to counteracting systemic inequities in STEM 
• Motivation and ability to engage with STEM faculty, project PIs, and diverse students

Candidates who identify with underrepresented minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply. 

 

The salary for this position is between $50,000-$55,000 per year. Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1st, 2022. The initial appointment(s) will be for one year, renewable as funding remains available (1-6 additional months, depending on exact budgeting and appointment). We will consider a remote work arrangement with occasional in-person collaboration, as well as in-person collaboration at one of the grantee institutions. The lead PI for the instructional change teams project is at Texas State University in San Marcos, TX; co-PIs are at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI. All PIs for the STEM Communities Project are at Texas State University.

Please contact Alice Olmstead (alice.olmstead@txstate.edu) if you have any questions.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a 1-2 page cover letter and a CV to STEMEdPostdocs@txstate.edu. The cover letter should explain the candidate’s interest in the position and why they are a good fit for this, based on alignment with the minimum and preferred qualifications and any other desirable qualifications (e.g., past experience relevant to the job responsibilities). The cover letter should also specify a preferred start date and, if the candidate has not yet received their PhD, when they expect to receive it. The CV should include a list of professional experiences, publications, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates may be asked to submit a writing sample in response to a job-related prompt. Candidates should clearly identify the position they are applying for (instructional change teams postdoc, with or without the part-time STEM Communities Project appointment) and address how their qualifications fit this position. 

Additional Job Information 

Texas State University is a large, diverse Hispanic-Serving Institution in Central Texas, between Austin and San Antonio. The College of Science and Engineering includes seven STEM departments and a growing number of discipline-based education research faculty. Selected candidates will have regular opportunities to interact with faculty, students, and other postdocs who are engaged in STEM education research (see, in particular, http://txstper.wp.txstate.edu and http://luxford.wp.txstate.edu/). Interactions and cross-project collaboration among postdocs, as well as participation in potential future grant-writing activities with the project team, will be encouraged. 

 

PhD student in Physics with specialization in Physics Education Research, Uppsala University, Sweden

https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:520917

Uppsala university, Department of Physics and Astronomy

Uppsala University is a comprehensive research-intensive university with a strong international standing. Our ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a long-term difference in society. Our most important assets are all the individuals whose curiosity and dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has over 54,000 students, more than 7,500 employees and a turnover of around SEK 8 billion.

The research conducted at the Department of Physics and Astronomy encompasses a wide range of physics topics, distributed over ten divisions. The department is located in the Ångström laboratory and employs nearly 400 people, 125 of whom are doctoral students. It offers a broad physics curriculum to undergraduate and graduate students, participation in nationally and internationally leading projects for researchers, and opportunities for partnership with industry and various outreach activities.

The Physics Education Research Group at Uppsala University works towards a better understanding of factors affecting teaching and learning in physics. The group’s position as an integrated part of the Department of Physics and Astronomy provides unique opportunities for research and development work. The Group has an excellent international reputation, as evidenced by the large number of research articles produced and our sustained success in attracting external funding and awards. More information about the group can be found on our web pages www.physics.uu.se/research/physics-education-research/

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University

Duties
The PhD student will investigate conceptual, procedural and epistemological challenges that accompany upper division physics courses (courses beyond the introductory year of studies, such as statistical mechanics, relativity, quantum mechanics, analytical mechanics, optics, etc.) taken by physics, engineering and upper-secondary-school teacher students. This area of research is relatively under-researched in comparison with introductory physics courses, particularly mechanics and thus offers valuable opportunities for novel research and curriculum development. Upper division courses often involve more abstract and advanced mathematical tools and students can rely less on their every-day experiences and intuition, which presents a significant challenge for learning. The PhD student will, among other things, investigate ways in which students make sense when solving problems in these courses. To do this, they will learn and employ a multimodal approach to studying student meaning making which has been developed at UUPER in the recent decades. This will involve among other things, collection and analysis of video, interviews, and classroom observation. The research will have a strong practice-oriented component with the intention to improve future education in these courses. The student will thus also be involved in teaching and curricular development in upper-division physics courses.

PhD students mainly work with their own project/research training. Other work, such as teaching or administrative work is possible up to a maximum of 20% per year. In such cases the post will be extended by the corresponding amount.

Requirements
Applicants shall have a master degree in physics or another subject which is deemed equivalent by the employer. Excellent spoken and written English is expected.

Additional qualifications
Courses of particular relevance for the research post, including physics didactics/physics education research coursework, physics coursework at bachelor's and master's level, as well as independent research projects in physics didactics/physics education research, especially on the topic of upper-division physics courses at university. Publications and presentations at research conferences and symposia in physics education research. Teaching experience at different levels of education. The ability to speak and write well in Swedish is also a merit, since the PhD student will be involved in doing research and teaching in courses where Swedish is the formal language of instruction. Desired traits and abilities: independence, cooperativeness, good communication skills.

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University's rules and guidelines.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 2022-11-01 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala.

For further information about the position, please contact: Bor Gregorcic, 0046704422811, bor.gregorcic@physics.uu.se.

Please submit your application by 15 August 2022, UFV-PA 2022/2455.

Please do not send offers of recruitment or advertising services.

Submit your application through Uppsala University's recruitment system.

Type of employment	Temporary position longer than 6 months
Contract type	Full time
First day of employment	2022-11-01
Salary	Fixed salary
Number of positions	1
Working hours	100 %
City	Uppsala
County	Uppsala län
Country	Sweden
Reference number	UFV-PA 2022/2455
Union representative	ST/TCO, tco@fackorg.uu.se Seko Universitetsklubben, seko@uadm.uu.se Saco-rådet, saco@uadm.uu.se
Published	21.Jun.2022
Last application date	15.Aug.2022 11:59 PM CEST