The Beloit College Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor for the fall semester of 2013. The courses to be taught include Mathematical Methods for Scientists and Introductory Astronomy; it is possible to be hired to teach only one of these courses.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
- Description: The Beloit College Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor for the fall semester of 2013. The courses to be taught include Mathematical Methods for Scientists and Introductory Astronomy; it is possible to be hired to teach only one of these courses. A Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, or a closely related field is expected; evidence of teaching ability in a liberal arts environment is required. The Beloit College physics faculty work as a dynamic team with over two dozen physics majors in research areas of planetary astronomy, laboratory development, pattern formation, and chaos theory. The department seeks a colleague that shares in our commitment to collaborative work with students and innovative approaches to teaching and learning in a liberal arts environment, and will actively participate in our recruitment and retention efforts for under-represented groups in physics. To apply send a statement of interest, a current CV, and then arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to Doreen Dalman (dalmand@beloit.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Please direct questions to Paul Stanley, Chair of Physics and Astronomy, stanleyp@beloit.edu.
Located in a diverse community close to Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago, Beloit College is a highly selective liberal arts college of approximately 1,250 students from 48 states and 40 countries. The college emphasizes excellence in teaching, learning beyond the traditional classroom, international perspectives, and collaborative research among students and faculty. Recognized as one of the Colleges that Change Lives, Beloit is committed to the educational benefits of diversity in our learning community and encourages all interested individuals meeting the criteria of the described position to apply. AA/EEO employer.