Distance Learning Specialist at Auburn University

The Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning conducts
programs in faculty and instructional development for units across the Auburn
University campus. The Biggio Center has recently expanded its activities to
include the support of Distance Education efforts at the University– including
course development, instruction and assessment. The Distance Learning
Specialist will be responsible for providing instructional design and delivery
support to faculty members teaching online and hybrid courses.

Postdoc at Kansas State

Kansas State University is likely to be hiring a postdoc to work on issues of upper-division student understanding, the math/physics connection, and/or physicist identity formation. Tentative and flexible start date in January. Interested parties should email Eleanor Sayre at LE@zaposa.com for more information.

ISTEM Director at College of Southern Maryland

The College of Southern Maryland has just announced an opening for a

12-month faculty appointment as Director, ISTEM Program.

This position is open until filled. For best consideration, apply by

11:59 pm EST Thursday, 06/30/11. The College of Southern Maryland is an

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Associate Director for Assessment and Evaluation at MIT

Applications are invited for the position of Associate Director for Assessment and Evaluation, Teaching and Learning Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

The Teaching and Learning Laboratory (TLL) is part of the Office of the Dean for Undergraduate Education. Its goals are to promote excellence in teaching and learning throughout the Institute, serve as a resource for educational innovation, and further an understanding of learning in university-level science and engineering. The Associate Director for Assessment and Evaluation will work with MIT faculty, administration, and students to design, manage, and implement research in and assessment of new and ongoing educational initiatives.

Part-time HS instructor at NC School of Science and Math

NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS is seeking .75 instructor of physics with possibility for full time.

Responsible for instruction in introductory physics classes, labs, and tutorials.

Requirements: Minimum of Masters Degree and experience teaching science.

Closing date: Open til filled, reviewing apps starting 7/11/11.

Submit State of North Carolina Application to: NCSSM attn: HR, PO Box 2418, Durham, NC 27715 http://www.ncssm.edu/hr/jobs/

Lecturer at California Polytechnic State University

The Physics Department invites applications for full-time lecturer, academic year, positions at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, beginning 9/12/2011. Primary duties and responsibilities are to teach undergraduate physics or astronomy. A Ph.D. in physics or related field is required by time of appointment (all requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed prior to 9/12/2011). Must provide evidence of (or potential for) high quality teaching. Rank and salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, please visit http://www.calpolyjobs.org, complete a required online faculty application, and apply to requisition #102358. Attach a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts and a statement of professional goals. Be sure to submit your online application specifically to the Physics Department requisition #102358. Please see on-line posting for instructions and sending three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin July 20, 2011. Applications received after that date may be considered. For more information about the Physics Department please visit http://www.calpoly.edu/~phys.

Homework Author at Sapling Learning

Sapling Learning has an immediate, full-time opening for an Online Homework Author and Instructor Support Representative specializing in Physics ("Technology T.A."). The Physics Technology T.A. is responsible for creating algebra- and calculus-based physics homework assignments that meet the expectations of instructors using our software, and are aligned to various textbooks. The Technology T.A. writes new, engaging physics questions to augment Sapling Learning’s content bank. In addition, the Technology T.A. serves as a proprietary software authority and subject matter expert to trouble-shoot issues that instructors and students may encounter within the Sapling Learning platform.

Lecturer at Elgin Community College

Elgin Community College is seeking a science education professional to instruct undergraduate courses in Astronomy on our main campus. The courses include both lecture and laboratory components as well as student assessment and advising.

Requirements: The successful candidate will possess a Master's of Science degree in Physics or a related discipline with at least 15 graduate hours in the discipline.

Elgin Community College (ECC) is a comprehensive, fully accredited community college located in Elgin, Illinois, one of its most rapidly growing cities. Our district encompasses 360 square miles, serving 400,000 people, 11,000 businesses with four public school districts and 15 high schools. ECC was selected as one of five Illinois community colleges to participate in the national Achieving the Dream (AtD) initiative. The park-like setting of our 145 acre Main Campus offers instruction spanning nine major buildings with beautiful views. ECC also offers classes throughout the northwest suburbs of Chicago with more than 100 off-campus locations. For a detailed job posting and to apply, please visit our web site at: jobs.elgin.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50735

Lecturer at the University of Georgia

The Department of Physics and Astronomy (http://www.physast.uga.edu) at The University of Georgia (http://www.uga.edu) seeks to hire a Lecturer. This will be a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. A Ph.D. degree in Physics, Astrophysics or Astronomy is required at the time of job offer. The lecturer will primarily teach in the Department’s general physics programs and applicants must be committed to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. The starting date for this position is January 2012. Candidates should submit a vita, and a description of teaching philosophy electronically at https://www.physast.uga.edu/faculty_search/lecturer-2011/

and have three letters of reference sent electronically to Ms. Amy Bellamy

Email: lecturer-2011@physast.uga.edu

Visiting Instructor at Tulsa University

The Department of Physics and Engineering Physics invites applications for a visiting instructor position for 2011-2012 academic year. Ph.D. in physics or engineering physics preferred, ABD will be considered. The teaching responsibilities will include the instrumentation labs, introductory physics lectures, as well as other courses depending on departmental needs. For more information visit www.physics.utulsa.edu. The University of Tulsa is a privately endowed doctoral granting university of approximately 4,000 students located in a metro population of 900,000. Candidates should send a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of at least three references to: Dr. George P. Miller, at gpmiller@utulsa.edu, or to the Department of Physics and Engineering Physics, 800 S. Tucker Dr., Tulsa, OK 74104-3189. Screening of the candidates will begin July 15th and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Tulsa is an EEO/AA employer.

Visiting Instructor at Rice University

The Physics and Astronomy Department at Rice University invites applications from recent Ph.D. graduates for a visiting instructorship in physics, commencing July/August 2011. This is a non-tenure-track position, with the possibility of reappointment for two further three-year terms. The instructor will be involved in teaching and in development of innovative teaching methods, with a load equivalent to two courses per semester. There would also be opportunities to pursue independent research or collaborations with on going research programs in the department (see our web page http://physics.rice.edu). Applicants should send a dossier consisting of a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests, a list of publications, and should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to:

Chair, Instructorship Search Committee, Physics and Astronomy Department, MS-61, Rice University, P.O. Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251-1892, or by email to vcall@rice.edu with the subject line “VWI Search”. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U. S.

Laboratory Supervisor at University of idaho

The Director of Laboratory Education will be responsible for directing the operations of the University of Idaho Physics Department's Laboratories, supervising and training graduate teaching assistants, and supervising the graduate student in charge of educational laboratory computers. The incumbant will be in charge of maintaining the laboratory facilities and the department's demonstration facilities; conducting research in laboratory education for interdisciplinary applications (engineering/physics) and teaching at most one physics course per semester. This is a ten-month position.

NOTES: Local Residents Preferred (No Relo).

Additional Salary Information: Depending on Experience

Additional Information

Master’s degree in Physics, or related field, and at least three years of experience teaching in college or higher education institutes in addition to the demonstrated experience listed below, as well as a strong background in electronics.

Laboratory Supervisor at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst

The Physics Department at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, invites applications for a Director of the Physics Teaching Laboratories. This is a Lecturer-level, non-tenured, faculty position with the possibility of both long-term employment and eventual promotion to Senior Lecturer. The preferred starting date for the position is September 1, 2011. An advanced degree in Physics is desired but candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics or a closely related field with suitable experience will also receive full consideration. Minimum starting 12-month salary will be $59,300. The position will be filled contingent upon University funding.

Associate Executive Officer at American Association of Physics Teachers

The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) is seeking a highly motivated, energetic individual with excellent interpersonal skills, to serve as Associate Executive Officer (AEO). A good knowledge of physics is essential; experience with management, budgeting, and funding issues is also important. The AEO will work with Association members, officers, and staff, as well as with leaders of other physics and science societies, to foster the dissemination of physics knowledge, particularly by teaching and improved physics education. The AEO will oversee academic grants, interface with the AAPT committees and AAPT’s state and regional sections, and advise the Executive Officer on academic issues. The AEO is appointed by the Executive Board and reports to the Executive Officer.

The AEO will be in residence at the AAPT National Office in College Park, MD. This is a permanent position and the terms of the appointment, including starting date and salary, are negotiable. Nominations are encouraged.

Instructor at Shelton State Community College

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Physics or a related field is required

Excellent written and oral communication skills are required

Interest in incorporating innovative teaching methods into classroom instruction is required

Master’s degree or higher in Physics is preferred

Prior teaching experience at the postsecondary level is preferred

Teaching experience in a range of college level science courses is preferred (i.e., Environmental science, Astronomy, Physical Science, Physics, Statics, Thermodynamics, Pre-engineering)

Computer literacy in software packages such as Excel, Word, and/or Power Point is preferred

Experience in developing/teaching courses via distance learning technology is preferred

Postdoc at Stonehill College

The Departments of Physics and Astronomy seeks applicants for a teaching post-doctoral position with benefits to begin in August 2011. The teaching load is one introductory or intermediate lecture course per semester plus two lab sessions of first year General Physics.

A PhD in either Physics or Engineering, teaching experience and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate education is required. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will not be accepted after July 8, 2011. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation and a statement of teaching philosophy electronically to: Ms. Frances Foote, Administrative Assistant, Physics, Stonehill College, ffoote@stonehill.edu. For inquiries regarding this position please contact: Dr. Mike Horne, Department Chairperson, 508-565-1442, mhorne@stonehill.edu

Part-time Instructors at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Editor's note: This posting is for two separate part-time jobs.

The Part-Time Regular Instructor (35011019) may be required to teach courses in introductory physics, astronomy and manufacturing technology. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the departmental operations as well as perform university service and scholarship.

The Part-Time Temporary (Fall only) Instructor (35011010) will be required to teach courses in introductory physics. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the departmental operations.

VAP at Simpson College

Simpson College, a private liberal arts institution, invites applications for a one year (fall-spring 2011-12) position in physics at the rank of Assistant Professor. A PhD in physics or closely related area is expected (ABD may be considered). The candidate will be expected to teach introductory and advanced physics courses and participate in the life of the program (such as Physics Club). We offer majors in Physics and Physics-Engineering (3-2). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Application materials should be directed to Dr. David Olsgaard, Professor of Physics at david.olsgaard@simpson.edu. For more details see: http://www.simpson.edu/hr/jobs/index.html

VAP at DePaul University

DePaul University invites applications for a visiting professor in physics, to begin September 2011. This is primarily a teaching position, with minimal support for research activity. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching laboratory and lecture courses, primarily for non-science majors, with a typical class size being 20–60 students.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a discussion of teaching experience and interests (focusing on courses for non-science majors), and the names and contact information of three references to: Jesús Pando, Chair, Department of Physics, DePaul University, 2219 North Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614. Review of applications will begin immediately. Further information about the department can be found at http://las.depaul.edu/physics/.

Instructor at Bowdoin College

Bowdoin College seeks a dynamic, self-motivated, and innovative person to teach laboratory sections of our intermediate "Electric Fields and Circuits" course, and to manage electronic equipment and lab spaces in its Physics Department. He or she will also teach laboratory sections for introductory physics as needed. This is a three-year position with the possibility of renewal. Technician responsibilities include maintaining, organizing, and repairing electronics equipment in the department; developing new electronics equipment as needed; and supporting analog/digital interfaces of research electronics. Lab instructor duties include coordinating laboratory setup and implementation; supervising students during lab sections; evaluating student performance in labs; and working with the faculty to coordinate labs with lectures.

Requirements: The successful candidate will have a B.S. degree (M.S. strongly preferred), excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, problem solving abilities, and an ability to provide individual and group instruction with a sensitivity to different learning styles. A minimum of 2 years of experience with electronic support and/or teaching laboratories is essential. Position begins July 1. This is a full-time during the academic year and part-time during the summer.