Postdoc at Johns Hopkins

The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position inthe Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Center for Educational Resources (CER), the University’s faculty instructional support center.The successful applicant will work with faculty and staff in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, with staff in the CER, and with engineering and bioscience faculty to enhance theJHU General Physics Laboratory courses with a new curriculum and new TA training program.

The individual who fills this position will use knowledge of physics and of physics education research (PER) to address the needs of engineering-oriented and bioscience-oriented studentstaking General Physics.Development and testing of new classroom and TA training methodologies constitute asignificant proportion of this assignment. The applicant should have a Ph.D. in university level physics and a background in physics education research and educational assessment. The successful candidate is encouraged to take a scientific approach to this initiative, including assessment of educational objectives and student outcomes before, during, and after the project’simplementation. Peer-reviewed publication of project results is encouraged.

Complete applications, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier, and the names and contact information (including e-mail address) for three references should be submitted electronically to Ms. Pam Carmen at pam@pha.jhu.edu.The Johns Hopkins University encourages applications from women and minority candidates.AAE/EOE

Faculty in Science Ed, Seoul, Korea

International Faculty Positions in Science Education,

Seoul National University, Korea

Seoul National University (SNU) invites applications for two full-time, open rank, and tenure track faculty positions in ‘Informal Science Education’ and ‘College Science Teaching’ areas, respectively. Applicant review for each position will begin 09.30. 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

- Doctoral degree in science education or in near fields by August 2008

- Excellent competence in oral and written English

- Publications commensurate with rank

- Excellent teaching credentials

- Citizenship other than that of the Republic of Korea

*International faculty recruitment is intended for scholars who are non-Korean citizens.

Benefits

- Twelve-month based salary.

- Intra-university research grants.

- One-semester paid research leave every seven semesters.

- The opportunity to work with dedicated student assistants of high ability.

- A comprehensive medical insurance program.

- Work-related accident insurance.

- Unemployment insurance.

- Government-employee pension.

- Initial moving expense support.

- Optional campus housing at a cost substantially below market rate.

Seoul National University
The premier university in the Republic of Korea , SNU is also an institution of international stature. Ranked 51stamong the world’s best universities by the Times of London in 2007, SNU aims to become one of the top ten by 2025. For more information, visit: http://www.useoul.edu.

Department of Science Education

- Faculty: 20 faculty members with science (physics/chemistry/biology/earth science) education and science background

- Research Area: teaching and learning, curriculum & assessment, ICT & MBL, conceptions & mental model, science teacher education, informal science education, gifted education in science, college-level science teaching, etc.

Application Document Submission

-Applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae (including contact information on at least three professional references) by e-mail to the college of education (Director of Searching committee: Prof. Jinwoong Song). Applicants chosen for interview must provide official transcripts of graduate work. For more information, please visit http://professor.snu.ac.kr/eng

Contact Information: Tel: +82-2-880-8266 or +82-2-880-4490

Email: jwsong@snu.ac.kr, pys68@snu.ac.kr

CTS, Grinnell College

Search Summary: Grinnell College, a residential liberal arts college, seeks a Curricular Technology Specialist (CTS) to support faculty use of instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning in classroom settings and as a supplement to the classroom.

Responsibilities:
This CTS develops collaborative projects with faculty to enhance teaching and learning involving techniques such as statistical analysis, GIS, survey design and analysis, data visualization, and database design and maintenance. The person will work closely with the College’s data librarian and digital asset managers and also collaborate with Information Technology Services personnel and Academic Support specialists. In addition, the person works as part of a team of CTSs supporting instructional technology applications, training, and course development campus-wide. The CTSs serve as consultants, advocates, and classroom support teachers for technology applications that serve teaching and learning goals of Grinnell’s faculty members. They work with faculty members, librarians, and administrative staff to further the educational mission of a residential liberal arts college, offer creative workshops for faculty members to encourage advancements in teaching and scholarship, contribute to maintaining an effective curricular technology infrastructure, and engage with the broader curricular technology community nationwide. The CTSs report to an Associate Dean of the College and to the Director of Information Technology Services (dual report). Selected projects of the CTS team are accessible at http://www.grinnell.edu/offices/instructionaltechnologies/

Qualifications:
Graduate degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree and experience possible; academic background or professional experience in a science discipline required; a demonstrable record of experience and expertise in instructional technology; excellent oral, written, and visual communication skills; an ability to convey technical concepts effectively to different constituencies at a level appropriate to the audience; and an understanding of the mission of a liberal arts college. Expertise in more than one of the following areas is required: scientific instrument support, statistical analysis of large data sets, spatial analysis, relational database design, data visualization, and scientific modeling. Preferred: teaching experience; experience working with faculty integrating technology into the curriculum.

Application Process:
Submit a letter of application, a resume, and a list of three employment references to: Stacy Koehler, Office of Human Resources, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA 50112-1690, or send e-mail to HR@grinnell.edu or fax to 641-269-4885. Review of applications will begin on Monday July 21 and continue until the position is filled. Additional information can be found on the college’s website.

[Ed. note: Grinnell College is dear to my heart, and I'd be happy to talk about the school or the area with anyone interested. -Ellie]

Lecture demo manager, Caltech

Hello fellow teaching lab enthusiasts,

We are looking to hire a person to manage the physics lecture hall at
Caltech -- to design and set up demos for freshman and sophomore courses,
working closely with all the professors teaching those courses, and
perhaps to do some guest lecturing as well. If you know of anyone who
might be interested in this job, please have him or her contact me for
more information. Our need is immediate, as the position opens in the
fall. We are hoping to find someone with a real flair for hardware and
teaching, probably with a PhD in physics.

--Ken Libbrecht
Caltech
kgl@caltech.edu

Lab manager at Stanford

The Physics Department in the School of Humanities & Sciences seeks applicants for the position of Physics Education Specialist. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for providing a wide range of direction, support and input in developing and implementing new approaches to introductory courses being taught in the Physics Department. This includes collaborating with our Department Chair, other Physics faculty, graduate teaching assistants, undergraduate students and academic staff on the development of curriculum changes to Stanford’s Introductory Physics lab courses. The Education Specialist will take the lead in identifying, developing and adapting new course and lab materials for both non-calculus- and calculus-based course sequences. This position is central in helping to create and facilitate the revamping, modernization, and overall effectiveness of introductory Physics courses. The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing, researching and designing new course-specific lecture and lab materials (e.g., interactive lecture demonstrations, laboratory exercises) and determine suitability for different courses. This position requires a creative, imaginative and proactive individual with demonstrated ability to understand the teaching context and to motivate and support change. The candidate must be able to make independent decisions and judgments regarding the adaptability of new tools and strategies, balancing budget constraints with the goal of improving the teaching process. This is a two-year, fixed-term appointment that reports directly to the Chair of Physics.


Requirements
MS or PhD in Physics or Physics Education required. Experience in teaching Introductory Physics at the post-secondary level and/or secondary level preferred. The successful candidate must be creative, organized and self motivated, with an ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The ability to analyze teaching materials is essential, as is the ability to exercise sound judgment and take initiative within the context of a group effort. Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are required, along with the ability to manage budget and purchasing processes.

To assure your application information is captured in our official files and that the hiring department also has immediate access to your resume, you must apply to http://jobs.stanford.edu/, Job#31445.

Stanford University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Postdoc at TELS

Technology-Enhanced Learning in Science (TELS)

The TELS project seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar to participate in a multidisciplinary collaboration funded by the National Science Foundation to explore Technology-Enhanced Learning in Science and related issues. The research program involves creating customizable technology-enhanced curriculum materials, knowledge integration assessments, and targeted professional development, and is researching leverage points for technology in science learning in middle schools.

He/she will work with leaders in education, technology, and the science disciplines and will contribute to the research program and conduct their own research in a supportive, exciting environment with input from leaders at Berkeley (Marcia C. Linn and Hee Sun Lee), Concord Consortium (Robert Tinker and Paul Horwitz), University of Toronto (Jim Slotta), and ETS (Lydia Liu). The Scholar will learn about advances in technology, learning sciences, instruction and assessment and will jointly contribute to research that identifies leverage points for technology, explores the role of modeling, simulation, and real time data collection, and investigates longitudinal impacts of these experiences. The work will contribute to a theory of instruction.

The Postdoctoral Scholar will join a multidisciplinary team of researchers who are creating new technologies, developing innovative instructional materials, designing professional development programs, exploring partnerships with educational organizations including school districts, designing assessments, and researching their impacts. The group builds on previously successful uses of technology such as the Web-based Inquiry Science Environment (WISE),Technology Enhanced Learning in Science (TELS) and Pedagogica. The work both draws on current research on teaching and learning and contributes to a framework to guide future designers.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a background in mathematics, the natural sciences, engineering, or computer science and a Ph. D. in education, psychology, mathematics, natural science, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline. Ideal candidates will have research experience in the science disciplines, technology-enhanced learning environments, science teaching, and/or assessment of science learning in complex settings. Applicants should demonstrate ability to work on a team, interest in working in partnerships to develop science curriculum, and ability to succeed in a school setting. Experience in working with teachers in a school or professional development setting is a plus.

Applicants should be available to start in Fall 2008. The position, which has an annual salary of $49,452, is for one year with possible renewal for a second year.

Post-doc at U Minnesota

The Physics Education Research group at the University of Minnesota, whose work concentrates on effecting systemic reform in higher education physics classes with a focus on problem solving, has a two- to three-year post-doctoral position available. The group is currently working on developing and testing computer software to coach students in problem solving and developing a generic assessment of problem solving skills. More information on the group can be found at http://groups.physics.umn.edu/physed.

Eligibility:
PhD graduates with a specialization in physics education research are especially encouraged to apply. Physics or science education graduates who are interested in working in physics education research will also be considered. The University of Minnesota is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Application deadline:
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Application Procedure:
Please contact Leon Hsu at lhsu@umn.edu for more information.


Questions can be directed to Leon Hsu (lhsu@umn.edu) and/or Ken Heller (heller@physics.umn.edu).

Tenure-track, UW-Stout

Physics: Beginning August 2009, (possible start date of January 2009, if available). The University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, invites applications for a tenure-track position for Assistant Professor beginning August 2009, with a possible start date of January 2009, if available. A Ph.D. in Physics, Physics Education, Geology, Geoscience Education, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field is required when contract starts. Applicants should have a strong potential and commitment to undergraduate teaching. Duties will include teaching introductory physics and geology courses. Seeking external funding for professional activities is desirable. UW-Stout is a laptop campus and willingness to use instructional technology in the classroom is required. Construction of a new science building is underway. Additional information can be found at: http://physics.uwstout.edu. Applicants should send, via postal mail, a letter of application (with contact information for three references), vita, one page teaching statement and all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable) to: Dr. Jo Hopp, Search Chair, 103D Science Wing, Jarvis Hall, UW-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin 54751. No e-mail applications will be accepted. Complete applications must be postmarked by September 15, 2008. The University of Wisconsin-Stout values diversity and strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates. EO/AA.

Tenure-track at NC-State

Physics Education Research

The Department of Physics at NC State University has hired eleven new faculty members over the last six years and continues to seek highly qualified applicants in all areas for tenure-track and tenured positions. We are especially interested to receive applications from candidates to fill open positions in the area of physics education research. Successful applicants will be expected to establish vigorous research programs, and will have strong commitments to excellence in teaching. The Department has active and internationally recognized groups in astrophysics; biological physics; computational physics; nanoscale science; polymer, surface, optical and materials physics; nuclear and particle physics; and physics education research. We plan to hire primarily at the assistant professor level, but will also consider particularly qualified senior applicants. NC State University is one of the vertices of the Research Triangle, home to many industrial research campuses and federal and state research organizations.

Minimum qualifications include an earned Ph.D. degree in physics or a physics-related area. To receive full consideration, applications for the fall 2009 academic year should be received by November 30, 2008. Review of applicants will begin immediately but no final decision will be made prior to this date.

To apply, please visit the NC State University Employment website and designate position number 07-52-0807. You will be required to attach a curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research and teaching goals, and a list of at least three references.

The College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences welcomes the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners.

AA/EOE. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. ADA Accommodations: Rebecca Savage, rebecca_savage@ncsu.edu, 919.515.2521, Fax 919.515.6538

NC State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Postdocs at Georgia State and U Georgia

The Georgia Measurement and Assessment Training - Postdoctoral Program, a collaborative between the Colleges of Education at the Georgia State University and the University of Georgia seeks qualified candidates for a two-year, postdoctoral training program, which is funded by the US Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES). The postdoctoral program provides opportunities for Fellows to participate in a program of study linked directly to on-going research activities, supported by individualized learning opportunities including advanced statistical and methodological training, and culminating in individualized programs of applied academic and/or social behavior research. Postdoctoral fellows will collaborate with scientists at both institutions to acquire advanced applied assessment and measurement methodology competencies by working on current and future research programs in the areas of applied educational and psychological assessment, test development, analysis of score patterns that characterize groups taking high stakes educational tests, research on testing accommodations and alternate assessments, early intervention oriented assessment and intervention programs for children with behavioral and emotional problems that impede learning, classification methods for child behavioral and emotional problems, and advanced measurement science methodologies. Postdoctoral fellows will be provided with travel and professional development stipends to support their work.

Minimum Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have a completed Ph.D. with a major emphasis in educational statistics or measurement, school psychology, special education, educational psychology or a related field by August, 2008.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with previous documented experience and interest in conducting research related to applied, theoretical, or methodological aspects of child assessment, statistics, measurement, psychometric theory, and related fields.

Although the training program presumes a two year appointment, due to university regulations, this is a one year, end date position, which requires renewal for a second year pending performance.

Candidates should submit a cover letter describing (a) professional research interests, (b) research experience, (c) methodological and statistical training, and (d) professional development and research goals to be pursued during the fellowship, in addition to complete vita and three letters of recommendation. Application materials should be submitted to Post Doctoral Research Fellowship, c/o, Elisa Tate, Office of the Dean, College of Education, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, 30302 or electronically at eduemt@langate.gsu.edu. Applicants must be either U.S. Citizens or permanent residents. Review of applications will begin 1 August, 2008, and continue until positions are filled. The start date is negotiable but may be no later than October, 2009. Questions may be directed to Professors Randy Kamphaus at rkamphaus@gsu.edu or Allan Cohen at acohen@uga.edu.

Lecturer at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical U

The Department of Physics has an immediate opening for a one-year visiting assistant professorship for the 2008-2009 academic year. Furthermore, the successful candidate for this position can also be considered for an upcoming tenure-track assistant/associate professorship starting in Fall 2009 depending upon experience and qualifications. In 2003 the department established an undergraduate Space Physics degree program with specialization tracks in astrophysics, particle physics & cosmology, exotic (non-chemical) space propulsion, and remote sensing. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to quality undergraduate education. Duties will include instruction of 3-4 introductory and/or advanced physics courses per semester. Class sizes are typically 10-40 students.


Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Physics, although some flexibility is possible. US Residents Only. Employer will assist with relocation costs. Application packets should include a CV, unofficial transcripts, a brief description of teaching interests and philosophy, publication list, and contact information for three references. Applications should be sent electronically to Dr. Darrel Smith, Chair of the Physics Department at smith@erau.edu by August 1, 2008.

Welcome Readers!

Hello readers! The PER Jobs blog is meant to collect job postings and rumors of interest to the Physics Education Research Community.

We post jobs adverts when we see them, but we can't see them all! If your institution is running a search for a PER-friendly job (research, teaching, outreach, or otherwise), please let us know. If you know of jobs that aren't posted here, even if they're not for your institution, please send them to us.

I'm at the AAPT conference right now, and I hope to have a large handful of jobs to post when I get back.

Lecturer, RIT

The Rochester Institute of Technology Department of Physics invites
applications for one or more faculty positions at the rank of Lecturer
beginning August 21, 2008. The position is a 9.5 month, non-tenure track
appointment. Although the initial appointment is for 9.5 months,
continuing appointment may be possible. The primary responsibility is
teaching introductory physics in an activity-based, workshop format. The
minimum qualifications are a PhD in physics or astronomy, experience
teaching introductory physics, and strong communication skills.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States from
August 21, 2008 to June 7, 2009. Familiarity with current trends in
undergraduate physics education is desirable. Research interests
compatible with the Department's current research activities are also
desirable. Opportunities for summer teaching may be available.

Candidates should submit a curriculum vita that includes details of
teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness. All
applications must be submitted online at https://mycareer.rit.edu
(search for IRC23398). Applicants should
also arrange to have three current references send letters of support
directly to Chair, Physics Lecturer Search Committee, Department of
Physics, Rochester Institute of Technology, 54 Lomb Memorial Drive,
Rochester, NY 14623-5604. The deadline for receipt of all application
materials is August 5, 2008. General inquiries should be addressed to
pacsps@rit.edu. The Department of Physics web page is located at
http://www.rit.edu/cos/physics/.

The Rochester Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. Members of protected classes and individuals with the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university's continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences are encouraged to apply.

Visiting prof at Arkansas Tech

Arkansas Tech University, a state-supported institution of about 7,500 students dedicated to excellence in teaching, seeks applications to fulfill a recent vacancy and are looking for a Visiting Assistant Professor to begin August 2008. The department will be advertising for a tenure-track position for 2009. Candidates must hold a PhD in physics or closely related field. Teaching duties include 12 credit hours/semester including undergraduate physics courses, general education physical science courses and laboratories.

Send letter of application including curriculum vita, official transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dr. Richard Cohoon, Dean, School of Physical and Life Sciences, Arkansas Tech University, 1701 N. Boulder Ave., Russellville, AR 72801-2222. We would also be interested in research plans that involve undergraduates. Closing date is June 13, 2008 or until filled. Details at http://pls.atu.edu/physci/ AA/EOE.

Postdoc at Cal State Uni - San Marcos

Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Physics Education Research
California State University San Marcos

California State University, San Marcos has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher in physics education research with an anticipated start date of August 2008. Our group is interested in the impact of technology on the classroom environment. This work includes studies of how tools mediate group interactions, students’ use of representations, and student learning. Responsibilities will include developing data collection protocols; taking and analyzing data; and preparing manuscripts and reports. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent in physics, physics education research, or science education. The campus is located in Northern San Diego County.

If interested, please complete the online application at as well as attaching a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and one-page statement of research interests. Applicants also should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Postdoc Search Committee, Department of Physics, California State University, San Marcos, CA 92096-0001. To assure full consideration, all application materials should be submitted/postmarked on or before 06/15/2008; however, applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Funding and employment of this position is through the Cal State San Marcos Foundation. This is a benefited, full-time, exempt position not eligible for overtime. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, contributory retirement plan and other benefits. This is not a state position and continuation of this position is contingent on satisfactory performance and project funding. The CSUSM Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates a Drug Free Workplace. For questions or if you experience any difficulties with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at (760) 750-4700.

Postdoc at the University of Calgary

Postdoctoral Fellowship
Physics Education
University of Calgary
Department of Physics and Astronomy

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in Physics Education Research in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (www.ucalgary.ca). This is a two-year position and is available immediately, although start dates no later than September 1st 2008 will be considered. The position will be focused on the development, implementation, and efficacy evaluation of labatorial exercises in 1st year service courses in Mechanics, Electromagnetism, and Thermodynamics. Labatorials are the University of Calgary implementation of some of the ideas commonly associated with Studio Physics. These
two hour weekly small group sessions utilize mini-laboratories, computational exercises, and demonstration-based tutorials to complement student learning in clicker-based, large-section, lecture sessions. The candidate selected for this position is expected to be involved in the instruction of these courses, as well as working with other faculty and graduate students on labatorial development and assessment, including publication of the results of these pedagogical implementations.

Applicants must have teaching experience and an interest in physics education. Experience in the field of Physics Education Research would be an asset. The University of Calgary is locating in the City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada (www.tourismcalgary.com), a vibrant metropolis of a million people located in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The University of Calgary is a broadly-based institution of 28000 students spread over 16 different faculties. The Department of Physics and Astronomy (www.ucalgary.ca/phas/) is a mid-sized Canadian physics department with nearly 30 faculty members, about 80 graduate students and roughly 130 undergraduate physics and astrophysics majors. Each year, the Department teaches over 3000 students in our physics and astronomy service courses. The Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary is home to the newly-formed RAISE (Research And Instruction in Science Education), a multi-disciplinary group of scholars committed to quality university education in the sciences.

Complete applications, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier, and the names and contact information (including e-mail address) for three references, should be sent to:

Dr. Robert I. Thompson, P.Phys.
Undergraduate Program Director and Assistant Head
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4
email: thompson@phas.ucalgary.ca
tel. (403) 220-5407
fax: (403) 210-8974

Review of applications will begin May 15, 2008, and continue until the position has been filled.

Science Ed at Purdue-Calumet

This is a joint appointment in the Dept. of Teacher Preparation and the Dept. of Chemistry & Physics at Purdue University Calumet. Successful candidates will hold a doctorate and teacher licensure in the area(s) of the physical science education or related field with at least 3 years of successful teaching experience at the secondary school level. For complete details, visit www.calumet.purdue.edu/hr/employment. Purdue University Calumet is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to a diverse workforce.

Demo manager, UMd

The Department of Physics at the University of Maryland seeks candidates with a PhD in physics and a strong interest in innovation in science education to oversee its world renowned Lecture Demonstration Facility. The Physics Department at the University of Maryland is the largest in the country and is located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Our current online catalog (http://www.physics.umd.edu/deptinfo/facilities/lecdem/lecdem.htm) includes over 1600 demonstrations as well as archives of our "Question of the Week" for use in outreach activities and class engagement. The lecture demonstration facility is also central to the department's vibrant public outreach programs. We are looking for an individual with the vision to modernize this facility and maintain its acclaimed status well into the 21st century by using technology to bring the latest in interactive teaching methods into our classrooms, using computers and animations in instruction, revamping older demonstrations and assisting faculty in developing new ones. The successful applicant will oversee the lecture demonstration staff members, as well as part time student assistants and graduate assistants. The successful candidate is expected to also be a practitioner of these cutting edge teaching techniques, and will teach 2 or 3 one semester undergraduate physics courses per year. University level teaching experience preferred.

Temp job, American University, DC

The Physics Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a one year temporary Assistant Professor of Physics position beginning fall 2008. Qualified candidates will have a doctorate in physics or physics education. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses for majors and also students in General Education courses, such as Astronomy, student advising, and departmental and university service. A strong commitment and demonstrated excellence in teaching is expected. Applicants must send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation to the Physics Search Committee, 102 McKinley Hall, American University, Washington, DC 20016-8058. cap@american.edu. The department's search committee will begin reviewing applications on May 1, and will continue until the position is filled. American University is an EEO/AA institution, committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. American University is seeking highly dedicated teachers and scholars who are deeply committed to interdisciplinary learning, the application of new technologies in teaching and scholarship, and to the preparation of students to life in a diverse and rapidly changing global society.

Lab coordinator, Texas Tech

Texas Tech has the position described below available for a Coordinator of Laboratories. It is meant as a full-time position and will involve a lot of laboratory development, including that of writing and/or implementing inquiry-based labs. We are under significant change, as we have a new department chair, and we are implementing significant changes, such as tutorials, in a department that has never had any of this. It is a position where it would be possible to do some physics education research, for someone who is not stuck on being a faculty member, and for that reason, the salary will be commensurate with experience. The duties will develop and change, and may include teaching intro courses and lab sections.

Position: Research Associate -- Coordinator of Laboratories at Texas Tech University Department of Physics

Type: Full-time professional staff

Duties: The Department of Physics at Texas Tech University (TTU) seeks a laboratory coordinator to oversee all aspects of the undergraduate teaching laboratories. This will include laboratory development and the implementation of new teaching techniques, consistent with broader departmental goals for the improvement of undergraduate instruction. The person should keep current on new and innovative instructional methods and laboratory techniques. Other duties will include the acquisition and maintenance of equipment, assigning, training, scheduling and supervising teaching assistants, and organizing, acquiring and maintaining lecture demonstration equipment. The coordinator will also supervise the undergraduate laboratory technician and teach introductory lecture and laboratory sections as needed.

Minimum requirements:

Advanced degree in physics or related fields, with experience in teaching a variety of introductory laboratory courses. Ability to interact effectively with faculty and graduate teaching assistants towards the goal of continuing improvement of the undergraduate laboratory program of the Department of Physics. Must show promise to be an effective introductory course instructor.

Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience. Texas Tech University is
an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Start date: Review process starts Mar. 15. Position open until filled. August 1, 2008 start date preferred.

Contact: Send 1) Curriculum Vitae, 2) the names of three references and 3) a statement of interest and experience to beth.thacker@ttu.edu