TT and T at Temple University

The Physics Department at Temple University invites applications for tenure-track and senior tenured faculty positions. Theoreticians and Experimentalists in all fields of physics are invited to apply. Applicant must have a Ph.D. in physics, and are expected to establish high-quality research programs with substantial research funding, and an excellent teaching record. To apply please send a curriculum vitae, publications list, research plan, current grant support, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of five references to the Chair, Search Committee, Department of Physics, Temple University, Barton Hall, Room BA 116, 1900 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6082. Reviewing applications will start on March 16, 2009. Temple University is an equal opportunity equal access affirmative action employer committed to achieving a diverse community. AA, EOS, m/f/d/v.

VAP at Wabash College

The Wabash Physics Department and the Center of Inquiry in the Liberal Arts (CILA) at Wabash
College invite applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics Education
Research (PER) to begin July 1, 2009. A Ph. D. in PER is desirable; having significant experience in
carrying out a physics education research project is required; interest in studying upper-level
physics courses is preferred. The successful candidate will initiate a research project investigating
student learning and pedagogical practices related to upper-level physics theory courses (e.g.,
advanced mechanics, electrodynamics, thermal physics, and quantum mechanics) and help the
Physics Department assess and improve the overall coherence of its program. In addition, there
will be the opportunity to interact directly with students by involvement in teaching one course
per semester.

More information about our plans can be found at
http://www.wabash.edu/academics/physics/jobs.

Wabash College is a top-tier four-year liberal arts college for men with a student body of
approximately 900. For more information about the College, please visit the CILA
(http://www.liberalarts.wabash.edu/) and Physics Department
(http://www.wabash.edu/academics/physics/) web sites.

Applicants should send a letter of application describing relevant experience (including previous
PER projects), vitae, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, a statement discussing ideas for this
project, and three recent letters of recommendation to Dennis Krause, Chair, Physics Dept.,
Wabash College, P.O. Box 352, Crawfordsville, IN 47933-0352. Electronic submission of materials
may be sent to kraused@wabash.edu. Review of applications will begin March 16, 2009, and will
continue until the position is filled. Wabash College, a liberal arts college committed to the
undergraduate education of men, encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE.

TT at U Pitt - Johnstown

Secondary Science Education tenure-stream assistant professor position to begin September 2009.
Responsibilities: Teaching secondary science methods and field practicum courses, in addition to integrated science courses for elementary education, and other education courses as needed; coordinating four programs in secondary science education for PA teaching certification; supervising Secondary Science Education student teachers; advising all Secondary Science Education students; and engaging in professional development and university service activities.

Requirements: Doctorate in Science Education, or related field with a specialty in science education, by August 2009; a strong background in an area of science; knowledge of recent trends in science education; and a minimum of three years secondary level teaching experience. College/university teaching and/or supervision experience preferred.

Application deadline: Review of applications will begin March 16, 2009 and will continue until position is filled.

Send: 1) letter of application; 2) current curriculum vitae; 3) evidence of teaching effectiveness and professional development; 4) statement of professional development goals and/or research agenda; 5) official transcripts from all colleges/universities (copies accepted initially); 6) three current reference letters, and 7) statement indicating citizenship/residency status to: Dr. Nina Girard, Chairperson, Secondary Education Search Committee, Division of Education, 150 Biddle Hall, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, 450 Schoolhouse Road, Johnstown, PA 15904.

TT at New York City College of Technology / The City University of New York

New York City College of Technology / The City University of New York is a comprehensive college with over 14,000 students. City Tech seeks candidates for tenure-track Assistant Professors in many fields, including physics, beginning fall 2009 due to expansion.

City Tech offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Send a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Respond electronically to: isr@cityetch.cuny.edu; write department in subject line. Mail: ISR, NYCCT; 300 Jay Street, N321; Brooklyn, NY 11201.

PhD studentship at University of Exeter

Application deadline
13 March 2009

Course description (summary)
To work with Professor Postlethwaite and other colleagues in the field of science teacher education, to explore the varied issues arising from a Leverhulme funded study which is investigating the learning of newly qualified science and mathematics teachers (NQTs) during their induction year.

In 2009 Professor Postlethwaite will be completing a project funded by the Leverhulme Trust. This is investigating the learning of newly qualified science and mathematics teachers (NQTs) during their induction year. Initial results are suggesting that this phase of teachers’ learning is problematic. A particular concern is that NQT mentoring provides little opportunity to address these issues. There is a strong indication that an effective partnership between higher education and schools should support induction as it does the initial education of teachers.

You will work with Professor Postlethwaite and other colleagues in the field of science teacher education, to explore the varied issues arising from the Leverhulme funded study. You will be part of the School’s research group that is concerned with teacher education and have access to the data from the Leverhulme project so that your work can start from a well informed position. It is also expected that you will take the analysis of these data further than will be possible within the constraints of the project, gaining maximum benefit from the work already completed.

You would therefore be expected to:

undertake a three-year empirical study into ‘The further development of induction for newly qualified science and mathematics teachers’
prepare papers for research conferences (years two and three)
You will have an opportunity to undertake the School’s ESRC-recognised MSc in Research Methods in Education and, following an Initial Needs Analysis, will be encouraged to secure further training and support through the Effective Researcher Development Programme, run at the University. The studentship is full-time and you may be able to contribute to teaching on the School’s Secondary Science PGCE programme.

If you would like to discuss your application, please contact Keith Postlethwaite

Email: k.c.postlethwaite@exeter.ac.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1392 264840

www.exeter.ac.uk/education/studentships
www.exeter.ac.uk/education/prism

Interviews in April 2009.

Contact name and number
Jenny Andrews, tel: +44 (0) 1392 262719

Contact email
ed-programme@exeter.ac.uk

Postdoc at University of Arizona

Applications are invited for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship position in space-science education with the Center for Astronomy Education (CAE) at the University of Arizona Department of Astronomy, Steward Observatory. The position will begin August 2009. The successful candidate will divide their time between working on the Education and Public Outreach efforts of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey III (SDSS-III) program and the NSF Collaboration of Astronomy Teaching Scholars (CATS) program.
The candidate will be involved in developing a strong program of education research into how non-science learners (both college non-science majors and members of the general public) taking courses in introductory astronomy and participating in online citizen science projects (such as www.galaxyzoo.org) change in their beliefs about science, and their science literacy.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and life insurance; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for employee and qualified family members; access to campus cultural and recreational activities; and more!

Requirements
Applicants must have a Ph.D. and experience with curriculum development, research and evaluation on the teaching and learning of science. Experience working in informal and formal education settings with non-science majors and the public is strongly desired. College teaching experience in astronomy/physics is preferred but not required. Candidates should have a strong background in quantitative and qualitative educational research methods, and data analysis, including experience with SPSS. Candidates should be familiar with data-driven decision making including basic knowledge of SQL.

TT or T at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane

Physics: applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Physics as well as Lecturer. The School of Science and Engineering is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching, scholarship, and service to the excellence of the academic community. Teaching is in English and familiarity with the American system of higher education is a must.

Required qualifications include a university degree in Physics by September 2009, a strong Physics background, demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching, and promise of continued scholarly and professional growth. Candidates must have excellent teaching recommendations, a strong commitment to teaching and using innovative methods of instruction and assessment, and a demonstrated potential to scholarly activity. In addition, those candidates applying at the associate level should have an established reputation for pedagogical and scholarly excellence and be able to provide leadership in their area of expertise.

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary offers are determined based on a standard grid linked to rank, with a number of additional allowances possible. The very low cost of living in our area make our offers competitive.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application, a CV, and three letters of reference. Deadline of applications is March 1st. 2009. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews starting March 7th 2009.

Email or Mail applications to:
Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
Discipline Search Committee
Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane
P.O. Box 104, Ifrane 53000, Morocco
Tel: + (212) 3586 2025 - Fax: + (212) 3556 7146
E-mail: vpaa@aui.ma

TT Instructor at McLennan Community College

Submit the following:
Employment application
Graduate course summary
KSA Statement*
Resume
Copies of college transcripts
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
*****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED*****
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION
Instruct courses in physics. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: student advising, maintaining office hours, participating in college committees, promoting and supporting extra-curricular activities, participating in professional development, and working across departments to develop student communication, computation, and problem-solving skills. Candidates should be prepared to teach in non-traditional venues such as Internet, two-way interactive video and Internet/traditional classroom combinations. May include evening or weekend classes, as well as off-campus teaching. This position reports to the Director of HPE/Math/Science.
Note: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in physics.
Experience: 3 years teaching experience at secondary and/or post-secondary level. Developing and teaching internet classes.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
*Attach a brief statement addressing how you acquired each of the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities through your education, personal experience or previous employment:
Knowledge of: (1) subject matter; (2) professional development; (3) curriculum development; (4) trends in teaching/learning theory as it applies to physics;
Skills to: (5) teach at the post secondary level; (6) use technology in support of instruction; (7) evaluate student performance; (8) promote and support related extra-curricular activities; (9) establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
(10) communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; (11) advise students; (12) participate in college committees; (13) work across departments to develop student communication, computation, and problem-solving skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested applicants should submit application materials to the Human Resources Office, McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive, Waco, Texas 76708, Telephone: 254/299-8611, Fax: 254/299-8592, or E-mail: MCCJobs@mclennan.edu NOTE: Finalists will be asked to give a live teaching demonstration. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, creed or religion, color, age, or national origin.

Post-doc at INSPIRE

INSPIRE PGCE
PhD and post-docs in Physical Sciences or Engineering
Imperial College In Partnership With Canterbury Christ Church University
CAN YOU INSPIRE A FUTURE GENERATION OF CHEMISTS AND PHYSICISTS?

A number of highly competitive Foyle Science Scholarships available for PhD Graduates and Post-Doctoral Researchers

Do you have, or are you soon to have, a PhD in Physical Sciences or Engineering?
Are you interested in playing a pivotal role in an innovative project aimed at raising aspiration of school pupils to study physics and chemistry in state secondary schools?
Are you keen to combine your creative ideas gained through research with teacher training to communicate the excitement of Physics or Chemistry to school pupils?
Would you like to gain a teacher training qualification (PGCE)?
If yes, then the INSPIRE project will be of interest to you
Applicants from the European Economic Area or with "Resident Status" are invited for a nine months PGCE studentship of £15,000 (equivalent to approx £25k per/annum) and payment of home student fees. For TDA - "Training Development Agency for Schools" requirements, please see www.tda.gov.uk

Download an application form and find out more: www.ic.ac.uk/inspire.
E.mail the completed applications with a copy of your c.v. to s.alizadeh@imperial.ac.uk.
Closing date: 9th March 2009

[Ed note: there appear to be many colleges participating in the INSPIRE program, but this ad is only from one of them.]

Research Assistant at Edge Hill University

Research Assistant
Faculty of Education
£21,458 - £23,449 per annum
Fixed term until 31 December 2009

Ref: EH2321

You will undertake data collection for research projects within the Faculty of Education. Your remit as Research Assistant will include working with multiple stakeholders on multiple projects, presenting the results for a range of audiences, and conducting literature searches of library catalogues, journals, and other websites to inform our research.

As a seasoned researcher, skilled in data collection and report writing and able to work independently and proactively, you will bring a sound understanding of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing packages. Experience of using questionnaires, interviews, and other research methods will be essential, as will strong communication skills.

Providing excellent opportunities for professional and personal development, our values of staff inclusion and involvement, openness, transparency, fairness and equity guide all that we do.

Call Human Resources for an application form, quoting the appropriate reference number on 01695 570478 (24 hours) or for an online application form and job description, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/jobs

Head of School of Ed, University of the West of Scotland

Head of School of Education (Ref 09/016), Faculty of Education, Health and Social Sciences, Salary £64,061 - £72,100

As part of its development programme and associated academic restructuring, University of the West of Scotland is offering these exciting new opportunities and the chance to play a key role in the University’s ambitious plans for the future.

In this role, reporting to Dean of Faculty, you will lead the development of a School providing academic leadership as a core part of your role within the Faculty’s senior management team. You will shape and implement a structure that ensures consistently high standards of student learning, research and knowledge transfer at local, national and international level.

You will contribute to successful delivery of the University’s strategic plan and inspire our talented staff to deliver ambitious academic development programmes which significantly enhance the experience of our students and reinforce our position as one of the UK’s most dynamic universities.

A proven track record of outstanding achievement in your discipline, and of successfully managing change, developing productive partnerships and engaging colleagues in the delivery of strategic initiatives will be essential.

For informal discussion on these posts, contact Principal Seamus McDaid or Depute Principal Gill Troup on 0141 848 3671.

Closing date for all posts: 20 February 2009.

Recruitment packs are available from Human Resources Tel 0141 848 3491/3561 - 24-hour answering service; e-mail humanresources@uws.ac.uk quoting the relevant reference number, or visit www.uws.ac.uk/jobs

Committed to equality and diversity

Campuses in Ayr, Dumfries, Hamilton & Paisley

The University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.

Intructors at CTY

CTY is a great program for gifted and talented youth. They want instructors for summer sessions. Grad students or students between undergrad and grad school would be perfect. Check out the CTY site for more information, or email me (perjobs@gmail.com).

TT at Andrew College

Physics: Assistant Professor of Physics and Physical Science. Position begins August 2009, tenure-track.

Responsibilities include: teaching laboratory courses (including laboratory sections) in Physical Science, Astronomy and Physics and management of laboratory facilities. The candidate should have at least a master's degree and 18 semester hours in physics with a strong desire for teaching rather than research.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to: Academic Dean, Andrew College, 501 College Street, Cuthbert, Georgia 39840.

Andrew College is an equal opportunity employer. Position will remain open until filled.

TT at Bucks County CC

Position: Tenure-track faculty position in Physics area of Department of Mathematics, Science, and Technology

Required: M.S. in Physics

Preferred: Ph.D. in Physics, and demonstrated successful community college physics teaching

Strong consideration will be given to applicants who also have experience teaching physics with online, web based, learning and computer enhanced classroom instruction, curriculum development, and experience teaching introductory astronomy.

Schedule: day and evening classes.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts, and at least three references with telephone numbers and email addresses to the Executive Director of Human Resources, Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Rd., Newtown, PA 18940

TT at Fort Hays State Univ. (two positions)

The Department of Physics at Fort Hays State University invites applications for TWO full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics positions beginning 17 August 2009. One of the positions emphasizes physics education. The successful applicant will become one of 5 physics faculty whose primary responsibilities are teaching and conducting meaningful research with the involvement of undergraduates. Full details on the position descriptions and application requirements may be found at www.fhsu.edu/positions/pos.shtml. Priority will be given to complete applications received by 1 April 2009.

Lecturer at Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus

(IUPUC) delivers IU and Purdue bachelor’s and master’s degree programs to meet the needs of southeast central Indiana. Applications are being accepted for a non tenure-track faculty position in Physics, at the rank of Lecturer, to begin August 2009.

Requirements: The Ph.D. in Physics is preferred, although candidates with a master’s degree will receive consideration. The ability to teach foundations of classical physics (including mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and optics) and elementary astronomy is required. Preference will be given to applicants who have a record of effectiveness and innovation in university level teaching.

Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until February 28, 2009. Send letter of application, CV, statement on teaching philosophy, and letters from three references to:

Attn: Lecturer in Physics Search
Office of the Vice Chancellor and Dean
IUPUC
4601 Central Avenue, CC 255
Columbus, IN 47203-1769

Requests for additional information should be directed to Dr. James Clack at 812-348-7266 or jclack@iupuc.edu.

VAP at Siena College

The Department of Physics at Siena College has a 1-year visiting position starting Fall, 2009. Candidates must have a PhD in hand or near completion in physics or a related field, and teaching experience is desirable. Teaching will include introductory physics and non-majors' courses, with other options based on the Department's needs and candidate's interests. Siena College is an independent liberal arts college in the Catholic and Franciscan tradition, located in New York’s Capital District. The Department has 7 full-time faculty and active research programs involving undergraduates (see www.sos.siena.edu/physics). Submit cover letter; CV; a statement on teaching; and names and contact information (with email addresses) of 3 references to Dr. Mark Rosenberry, Chair, Screening Committee, Department of Physics, Siena College, 515 Loudon Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 (mrosenberry@siena.edu). Electronic submission preferred. Applications accepted until the position is filled, but should arrive by March 10, 2009 to ensure full consideration. Siena College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

TT at Saginaw Valley State

Job Summary: The Physics Department at Saginaw Valley State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2009. Preference will be given to candidates having undergraduate teaching experience. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate introductory and upper level undergraduate physics lecture and lab courses, which include courses serving science and engineering majors, as well as Physics for the Health Sciences. The teaching responsibilities will total approximately 12 contact hours per semester. The candidate will be expected to involve undergraduate students in research. The Physics Department offers physics, optical physics, chemical physics, and physics teacher certification majors.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. in Physics in experimental physics.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates having undergraduate teaching experience and laboratory experience with optical equipment.

Additional Information: Please contact Dr. Albert Menard, Professor of Physics, Physics Department at amenard@svsu.edu or 989-964-4134 for details.

Online App. Form: http://jobopportunities.svsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51559

Postdoc at MIT

Participate in a newly funded program to develop diagnostic instruments to measure the degree of expertise in physics problem solving and to develop pedagogy (especially online tutorials) to encourage expertise and assess learning styles. The online environment is the Socratic tutor MasteringPhysics.com that tracks student interactions with hints, feedback, subtasks, and followup tasks. The postdoc will collaborate in analyzing data from ~250,000 students to identify, detect, and study behaviors and habits (e.g., spreading out one's work, pausing before answering, copying homework, ...) that enhance or retard learning. See http://relate.mit.edu for related work. The postdoc will also participate in a short course introductory physics course based on modeling ideas for which we are developing a WIKI-text.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in science/physics education, educational psychology, cognitive science, or statistics; and must have experience in teaching physics and/or possess very strong statistics/data analysis skills. Familiarity with existing theories of learning, test design and validation, and/or analysis of large educational datasets is desirable. S/he must be comfortable working in a small group and interacting with remote collaborators. This position is a proven route to positions in academia and education companies.

Inquiries and applications (CV and names of three referees) should be sent to Ms. Joanna Keseberg (j_k@mit.edu). Position available in Spring 2009.

MIT is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applications from women, minorities, veterans, older workers, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

TT at Elizabethtown College

Elizabethtown College invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Science Education beginning in fall 2009.

A Ph.D. or an Ed.D. in Science Education or a closely related area is expected, but ABDs with an imminent defense date will also be considered. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience in higher education as well as teaching certification and experience in science education. Other areas of specialization may include middle level education, special education, ELL, or educational psychology.

Commencing with the 2009-2010 academic year, the Department of Education plans to offer teaching certifications in Early Childhood Education (pre-k to grade 4), Elementary/ Middle Education (grades 4-8), secondary education (grades 7-12), and special education. Located in southeastern Pennsylvania, Elizabethtown College offers its 1,900 students more than 47 academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences and professional studies. Driven by its motto to "Educate for Service," Elizabethtown centers learning in strong relationships, links classroom instruction with experiential learning, emphasizes international and cross-cultural perspectives and nurtures the capacity for lives of purpose and leadership as global citizens. For more information, consult www.etown.edu.

To apply, forward a cover letter, the College's faculty information form (found at www.etown.edu/humanresources - Job Opportunities), curriculum vitae, and statement of undergraduate teaching philosophy. Also, arrange to have three letters of reference from professional colleagues and both undergraduate and graduate transcripts sent to hr@etown.edu or:
Elizabethtown College, Attn: Human Resources
One Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Review of applications will begin February 16, 2009 and will continue until the
position is filled.
For more information visit: www.etown.edu/humanresources - AA/EOE