TT or T at Northwestern University

Assistant or Associate Professor in Learning Sciences

Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy (SESP) seeks to recruit
a tenure-track assistant or associate professor to contribute to research and teaching in the
Learning Sciences Program. Northwestern’s Learning Sciences program, founded in 1992, was
the first graduate program in learning sciences, and has played a leadership role in graduate
training and research in the field. We now seek a new faculty member who can help our program
continue to chart new directions in the learning sciences including, but not limited to:

• Learning across contexts. We believe that research and design in the learning sciences
will increasingly be conducted across contexts, both inside and outside of school. Also,
education reform requires substantial understanding of multiple levels of the education
system from classrooms to schools, districts, and the state and national levels.
• Innovations in learning of subject matter. Disciplinary issues in learning are central to
advances in the learning sciences. Open questions include investigations of learning
progressions, learning of disciplinary practices, how everyday and disciplinary
knowledge interrelate, and how technology can restructure subject matter.
Learning and new media. We expect that research and design will focus increasingly on
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new media, including, but not limited to, emerging interactive digital technology.
• Emotion and motivation. Researchers in the learning sciences have always acknowledged
the importance of emotion and motivation. But we believe that the field needs new
research in which emotion and motivation are investigated systematically, both in the
study of learning and in the design of learning environments.

Successful applicants should demonstrate competence with multiple research methods, including
some combination of qualitative, quantitative, and computational methods. Applicants from
learning sciences, education, computer science, media studies, cognitive science, psychology,
and other relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply. Teaching and advising responsibilities
will include doctoral and masters students in Learning Sciences, as well as teaching courses
in areas related to design, innovation, and learning in the SESP’s undergraduate and teacher
preparation programs.

Applicants should submit electronically a letter outlining their research program and teaching
experience, a current CV, representative reprints, and three letters of reference, to Professor
Bruce Sherin, Search Committee Chair, c/o Laura Salus at l-salus@northwestern.edu. Review
of materials will begin on October 14, 2011 and applicants are strongly encouraged to submit
their materials before that date. Minorities and women are strongly urged to apply. Northwestern
University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Hiring is contingent upon
eligibility to work in the United States. Northwestern University is located in an attractive
lakefront community adjacent to Chicago. For more information about the School of Education
and Social Policy, please visit http://www.sesp.northwestern.edu/.

TT at Clemson University

Assistant Professor
Engineering & Science Education

The Department of Engineering & Science Education, located within the College of Engineering & Science at Clemson University, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Preference will be given to applicants with competencies in any area of engineering or science who are active in discipline-based education research and have the ability to teach foundational STEM and education courses. The unique combination of engineering and science education foci in the department facilitates dynamic cross-disciplinary collaborations in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the department's engineering and science education mission by establishing a strong research program (external funding, peer-reviewed scholarly work, national/international collaborations, mentoring of undergraduate/graduate researchers), teach foundational STEM education courses (e.g. educational theory in STEM teaching and
learning), and participate in departmental/college service.

The position is expected to begin in August 2012. Requirements include a Ph.D. in engineering or science education or a related field with strengths in discipline-based education research, a demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications, evidence of or potential for external funding, and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching at the college level. Applicants should e-mail in pdf format: (1) letter of intent, (2) statement of teaching philosophy, (3) proposed plan of research, (4) curriculum vitae, (5) names and contact information for five references, and (6) up to three publication reprints to: kdimain@clemson.edu. Official transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of all finalists. Review of applications will begin on August 31, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.

Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

Visiting Instructor at University of Cincinnati

Institution: University of Cincinnati
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Category:
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 07/25/2011
Application Due: 08/05/2011
Type: Full Time
The University of Cincinnati, Blue Ash College (formerly known as Raymond Walters College) is currently accepting applications for a Visiting Instructor - Physics. The Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science (MPCS) invites applications for a visiting instructor position in physics for the 2011 & 2012 academic year.

UC Blue Ash (formerly known as Raymond Walters College) is a regional campus that also awards a few four-year technical degrees. The MPCS Department currently has 20 full-time faculty with 4 teaching physics.

Job Description: We are seeking a person who is deeply committed to teaching, with accomplished teaching experience in algebra and calculus-based, first-year physics courses and labs. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per term and may include evening and/or weekend classes; class sizes normally range from 16 to 30 students.

Temporary Instructor at Albany State University

Institution: Albany State University
Location: Albany, GA
Category:
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 07/28/2011
Application Due: 08/17/2011
Type: Full Time
Salary: Negiotable USD Per Year

The individual filling this position will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in physical science, algebra and calculus based physics with labs, and engineering courses depending on expertise. An average teaching load of twelve hours per semester.

Application Information

Postal Address: Dr. Louise Wrensford
Natural Sciences
Albany State University
504 College Drive
Albany, GA 31705

Adjunct Instructor at Montgomery County Community College

Institution: Montgomery County Community College
Location: Blue Bell, PA
Category:
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 08/01/2011
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Part-Time/Adjunct

Position available for fall 2011; must be able to teach Monday and Wednesday afternoon classes at the Blue Bell campus.

Master's degree in Physics is required. Previous teaching experience is preferred. We encourage retired High School teachers to apply.

To apply for this position, please visit http://www.mc3.edu under "Career Opportunities." Position is open until filled.

Montgomery County Community College is an EOE.

Application Information
Contact: Human Resources-HEJ
Montgomery County Community College
Online App. Form: http://www.mc3.edu/employment/

Instructor at Concordia University Wisconsin

Institution: Concordia University Wisconsin
Location: Mequon, WI
Category:
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 08/02/2011
Type: Full Time
Concordia University Wisconsin seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position in Physics beginning in the 2012-2013 academic year with the possibility of employment beginning in January of 2012 for the available candidate. This position is in the Department of Natural Sciences in the School of Arts and Sciences. A doctorate in physics is preferred although highly qualified applicants possessing significant progress (ABD) toward a doctorate will be considered. Prior teaching experience is desirable. The primary teaching responsibility is a two-semester freshman physics course designed for students majoring in the biological sciences or chemistry, or enrolled in the pre-pharmacy or pre-medicine programs. The ability to teach an introductory course in astronomy for science education majors is a plus. Interest in developing an undergraduate research program to augment the biological sciences and/or chemistry majors is also desirable.

Instructor at Saint Peter's College

Institution: Saint Peter's College
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Category:
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 08/02/2011
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Full Time
Saint Peter's College

Faculty Positions

Adjuncts -

Full-time and/or adjunct - Undergraduate Day Program (Ph.D. required) Physics(Intro. Physics, Mechanics, Optics).

Math / Physics Discussion Section Instructor at UC Santa Cruz

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz
Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Category:
Faculty - Science - Mathematics
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 08/03/2011
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Part-Time/Adjunct

UC Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA

Math/Physics Discussion Section Instructor
Physical & Biological Sciences

JOB #1103228

PART TIME / PARTIAL YEAR CAREER
Minimum Starting Salary: $3,100/monthly
Salary proportionate to time worked

UCSC strives to embrace diversity in all its forms; it strives to be an inclusive community that fosters an open, enlightened & productive environment.

Under the general supervision of the Academic Excellence (ACE) Program Director, the Math/Physics Discussion Section Instructor performs teaching, advising, and administrative duties in support of the ACE Program. This is a non-academic position.

Adjunct Instructor / Professor at Wright State University

Institution: Wright State University
Location: Dayton, OH
Category:
Faculty - Science - Mathematics
Faculty - Science - Biology
Faculty - Science - Chemistry
Faculty - Science - Statistics
Faculty - Science - Physics
Faculty - Agriculture - Environmental Science, Ecology & Forestry
Posted: 08/03/2011
Application Due: 08/19/2011
Type: Part-Time/Adjunct
ADJUNCT FACULTY
WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS

WSU's College of Science and Mathematics is accepting applications for adjunct teaching positions for the 2011-2012 academic year. Individuals with academic and performance qualifications for the ranks of adjunct instructor through adjunct professor are encouraged to apply for positions in the following disciplines: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics and Psychology. In certain positions, a Bachelor's degree and extensive professional experience may be acceptable.

First consideration: August 19, 2011.

To apply, go to http://jobs.wright.edu/postings/438. An EO/AA Employer
Application Information
Contact: Wright State University
Online App. Form: http://jobs.wright.edu/postings/4387

TT at The College of New Jersey

Institution: The College of New Jersey
Location: Ewing, NJ
Category:
Faculty - Science - Physics
Posted: 08/04/2011
Application Due: 11/01/2011
Type: Full Time
The Department of Physics at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites outstanding applicants for a new tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting August 2012.

We seek a broadly trained biophysicist who has the potential to establish a highly visible undergraduate research program and will collaboratively contribute to interdisciplinary curricular and scholarly efforts within the School of Science and at the College. This search is focused on candidates whose research interests are in experimental biophysics. The successful candidate will teach upper-level physics courses as well as introductory-level, calculus-based physics and labs. An earned doctorate in physics, biophysics, or a closely-related field is required. Although post-doctoral experience is strongly preferred, other backgrounds will be considered; ABDs will be considered only if the degree will be completed prior to start date.

Adjunct Instructor at Florida A&M University

Institution: Florida A&M University
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Category:

Faculty - Science - Physics

Posted: 08/04/2011
Application Due: 08/17/2011
Type: Part-Time/Adjunct

Online tutora for Smarthinking Inc

Institution: Smarthinking, Inc.
Location: Washington, DC
Category:
Faculty - Science - Biology
Faculty - Science - Chemistry
Faculty - Science - Physics
Admin - Tutors and Learning Resources
Posted: 06/09/2011
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Part-Time/Adjunct
Notes: included on Affirmative Action email

Postdoc at Univesiti Teknologi Malaysia

A postdoctoral fellow position is available immediately at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia at the Regional Centre for Engineering Education.

The position involves:

1. Assisting Engineering Education PhD students in conducting their research (provide feedback on research design, data collection and analysis, writing, etc.).

2. Conduct research that will mainly center around problem-based learning (PBL) in developing engineering students. This includes how to support and challenge students, how to best train lecturers to conduct PBL, inculcation of sustainable development, etc.

For further information and to apply, contact Dr. Khairiyah Yusof at khairiyah@gmail.com.

TT at Smith College

Editor's note: this position is open to candidates with an engineering education scholarly focus.

The Picker Engineering Program at Smith College invites applications for a tenure-track, full-time Assistant Professor of Engineering. Appointment to begin July 2012. We seek candidates with expertise in any technical area of engineering. Faculty and student research currently addresses contemporary issues in engineering with applications in energy, the environment, human health, and education. Responsibilities include teaching four courses per year, developing an active research program, and advising student research. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in engineering or a closely related discipline and a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. Candidates with postdoctoral or other substantial experience and demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations are preferred.

TT at Univ. of St. Thomas

The University of St. Thomas Physics Department in St. Paul, MN (www.stthomas.edu/physics) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin September, 2012. A PhD in Astronomy, Astrophysics, or Physics is strongly preferred, but ABD (with appointment at the rank of instructor) will be considered.

A strong commitment to excellent undergraduate teaching and public outreach is essential. Our teaching load is the equivalent of six courses per year, and the successful candidate will divide this responsibility into a two-course equivalence devoted to operating our new observatory and a four-course equivalence comprised of lecture and laboratory courses throughout our curriculum. Our observatory houses a fully automated 17” telescope and several smaller telescopes, and we are looking for a candidate to use it in innovative ways that can attract external funding. In addition to outreach and teaching, the candidate will establish a research program that is appropriate for an undergraduate physics department. The field of research expertise is open, and start-up funds are available.

TT at Cal Poly Pomona

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the Fall of 2012. We are interested in hiring in the field of astronomy/astrophysics.

The Position: The new faculty member will teach the full range (from freshman to senior level) of undergraduate classes in physics. The position requires excellence in teaching and advising, professional and scholarly achievements, and service to the university.

Lab coordinator at Univ. of Scranton

The Department of Physics and Electrical Engineering seeks to fill a Faculty Specialist position to teach introductory physics labs. This full time position begins January 1, 2012 and is non-tenure track with renewable annual appointments. We are seeking an outstanding candidate with experience teaching physics and/or working in a physics lab. Responsibilities include coordinating and supervising the introductory physics laboratory, supervising teaching assistants, teaching introductory physics laboratory sections, grading lab reports and quizzes, holding office hours, overall responsibility for equipment setups, developing new lab experiments and demonstrations, and service to the department.

A degree in physics or related field beyond the baccalaureate is required. Previous experience teaching physics and/or working in a physics lab is desirable. Salary is commensurate with experience. Those interested should submit a cover letter and list of three references to Dr. Christine Zakzewski, Chair, Physics/EE Dept., St Thomas Hall, 800 Linden Street, The University of Scranton, Scranton, PA 18510, or by email to zakzewskic1@scranton.edu. Applications received by September 30, 2011 will be given full consideration.

VAP at Bard College

Bard College invites applications for a one-year teaching position in Physics, field open at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning immediately in the fall of 2011. The primary requirements are a PhD in any area of Physics and a commitment to excellence in science teaching in a liberal arts setting. In addition, candidates should demonstrate active engagement in research, preferably experimental work, and an interest in working closely with faculty members across the sciences on issues of research and curriculum development. In the fall semester, the successful candidate will teach a multi-section laboratory course on optics for non-scientists with the content of the course open to adjustment; the levels and topics of courses for the spring semester will be determined jointly by the department and the candidate. There will also be opportunity to offer advanced tutorials and supervise student research during the academic year.

VAP at Susquehanna University

The Department of Physics at Susquehanna University invites applications for a visiting assistant professor position in beginning in August 2011. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach astronomy and electronics. The position is a one-year appointment. Although a Ph.D. is preferred, advanced ABD candidates may be considered.

Research Associate at University of British Columbia

Applications are invited for a Research Associate position in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at UBC, with funding from the Carl Wieman Science Education Initiative (CWSEI).

The successful applicant will work closely with physics faculty to:

establish sustainable procedures for identifying and effectively using broad-based learning goals, associated assessment tools, and proven teaching techniques in all of our undergraduate courses;
coordinate a pilot trial on a select set of courses
liaise with others involved in the CWSEI to coordinate the efforts in the Physics and Astronomy department with parallel efforts in other departments in the Faculty of Science
The initial 12-month term of employment is normally renewable for a second term, and may be further extended depending on performance and availability of funds. If extended, responsibilities will expand accordingly.

A Ph.D. in physics or astronomy and postdoctoral experience are both required. Applicants must articulate their interest in physics education transformation and research, as well as any prior involvement with such activities (if any). The salary will be commensurate with experience.

"Those who applied for the previously advertised research associate position in physics education at UBC, and who satisfy the requirements listed here, will automatically be considered for this position. New applicants should submit the required documentation to jobs@physics.ubc.ca, using "RA in Physics Education" in the subject line, by Sept. 08, 2011. The position is expected to begin Nov. 07, 2011, but applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Letters of references should be submitted electronically to jobs@physics.ubc.ca, (preferred) or by mail to

Derek Gagnier
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of British Columbia
6224 Agricultural Road
Vancouver, B.C. V6T 1Z1
Canada