TT *PER* at Wright State

http://jobs.wright.edu/postings/7178

The Department of Physics at Wright State University invites applications for a tenure track position in Physics Education Research at the rank of Assistant Professor. This search is part of a Cluster Hire in Science and Mathematics Education in the College of Science and Mathematics as part of a multi-year initiative to build a critical mass of expertise in innovative STEM education and pedagogical best practices for K-16. Our goals are to facilitate a multi-departmental effort to transform entry-level gateway courses in STEM undergraduate programs and to support a strong science and mathematics teacher education program (science-math.wright.edu/). We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Physics, or a closely related field, or a Doctorate in Science Education with a M.S. degree in Physics, or the equivalent. Preferred qualifications include experience in discipline based education research, curricular reform/development, teacher preparation, dissemination of research in scholarly publications and conference presentations, assessment, and K-16 education. The successful candidate will support and reform entry-level gateway courses along with other undergraduate and graduate courses in the Physics Department. The candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an independent, extramurally funded program in education research. Scholarship expectations are stated in the departmental bylaws, which can be viewed at science-math.wright.edu/physics/about/bylaws. There is a possibility of a joint appointment in Teacher Education, in the College of Education and Human Services, depending on expertise and preference. Wright State enjoys a unique collaborative environment between the disciplines of science and education with multiple disciplinary-based science and math education faculty in each department in the College of Science and Mathematics. The Physics Department, with twelve faculty and one lecturer, strongly supports teaching innovations at all levels. Faculty benefit from our Center for Teaching and Learning, our Center for Science and Mathematics Education, our extensive professional development programs for in-service mathematics and science teachers at the middle- and high school level, and our association with the Dayton Regional STEM School that educates students in grades 6-12 in an innovative interdisciplinary, team-based paradigm.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, statements of teaching and research interests, and contact information for at least three references at http://jobs.wright.edu/postings/7178 by December 20, 2013 for first consideration. Review of applications will begin on December 20, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

Wright State is an NSF ADVANCE institution (www.wright.edu/leader) and an EO/AA employer. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to diversity. 

Two PostDocs in Physics/Science Education @ FIU

Institution:   Florida International University

STEM Transformation Institute

Miami, Florida

Deadline:    Open until filled

Salary:      Commensurate with experience

Description: The STEM Transformation Institute and the Physics Education Research Group at Florida International University seeks two postdoctoral researchers in physics education, engineering education, science education, or a closely related field.  The first position starts in January 2014 and is particularly allotted for work on an ongoing NSF funded research project involving analysis of case studies of high school physics classes, implementing experimental studies within similar classes, and designing a professional development course for high school physics teachers.  The responsibilities of the successful applicant will include coordination and participation in all aspects of the research including presenting/publishing findings.  A second postdoctoral research position beginning in August 2014 is for integrating network analysis techniques with qualitative and behavioral analyses in the study of physics student retention and persistence. More information about the STEM Transformation Institute can be found at http://stem.fiu.edu and for the Physics Education Group at http://casgroup.fiu.edu/fiuperg.

Eligibility: We will consider PhD graduates with expertise in education research (and strong content background in science/physics/engineering) or traditional areas of STEM research (particularly network science) who have experience in conducting education research.

Application: Please electronically submit a letter of interest, CV, brief statement of research interests, 1-2 publication reprints, and names of 3 references to eric.brewe@fiu.edu.

Florida International University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

4-year Lectureship at UNC-Chapel Hill

Department: Physics-Astronomy
Application Deadline: 01/15/2014
Position Summary: The Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for the position of Lecturer to begin in Fall 2014. The position is for an initial term of four years, and is periodically renewable upon review. We seek a dynamic person who is prepared to redesign and teach undergraduate physics or astronomy courses using pedagogy informed by physics and astronomy education research. The Lecturer will join other faculty members in the department engaged in such activity, and will participate in obtaining grant support for curricular and pedagogical improvements. Applicants should submit their application materials at http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/33408. The materials to be submitted include a CV (including courses taught), a statement describing his/her teaching philosophy, and any available evidence of teaching effectiveness. The candidate should also provide a statement describing how s/he would go about fully incorporating modern research-validated pedagogy into a specific physics or astronomy course of the candidate's choice. The candidate should further provide contact information for three persons prepared to write letters of recommendation (at least one of which must address the candidate's potential as a teacher). The application deadline is January 15, 2014. Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Prof. Laurie McNeil, Search Committee Chair, at mcneil@physics.unc.edu. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and especially invites applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in physics and astronomy.
Education Requirements: Required qualifications include a PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, Astronomy, or a closely related field.
Qualification and Experience: Experience in teaching at the college level using research-validated pedagogy.
Department Contact Name and Title: Laurie McNeil - Professor & Search Committee Chair
Department Contact Telephone Number or Email: mcneil@physics.unc.edu

TT @ Michigan State (PER preference)

Posting Number: 8277
Internal Posting Date:  08-23-2013
Internal Closing Date:  Open Until Filled
External Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Review of Applications begins on:       11-01-2013
Job Title:      Assistant Professor


Major Administrative Unit/College:
Primary Department:     10028546  LYMAN BRIGGS DEAN
Position Employee Group:        Tenure System Faculty-FAS
Appointment Basis:      Academic Year, 9 month
Appointment Status:     Tenure System Faculty
Employment %:   100


Position Summary:       Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI invites applications for a tenure-track, academic year position as an assistant professor of physics beginning in August 2014. The position will be appointed jointly between the physics group in Lyman Briggs College (LBC) (75%) and the Department of Physics and Astronomy (PA) in the College of Natural Science.
Founded in 1967, LBC (www.lymanbriggs.msu.edu) is a vibrant undergraduate, residential, liberal arts college at MSU focusing on the study of science and its impact on society. The LBC curriculum integrates the natural sciences and mathematics with the history, philosophy and sociology of science. Faculty work closely with students in small classes and with student groups such as the Briggs Multi-racial Alliance and Women in Science. LBC is also a leading center for research in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and for interdisciplinary scholarship. Each tenure-track faculty member has a joint appointment in a disciplinary department to support their scholarship and professional development.

Faculty: Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD in physics or astronomy. Duties include teaching a calculus-based physics course sequence for science majors in the LBC physics program, teaching one course (typically at the upper undergraduate or graduate level) in the Physics and Astronomy Department, and maintaining an active research program. Salary and start-up support is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Desired Qualifications: The Department of Physics and Astronomy is looking for candidates who will establish an independent research program in any area of theoretical or computational physics, including Biophysics, High Energy, Astronomy or Astrophysics, or Condensed Matter. Successful candidates will have experience with or demonstrate potential for securing outside funding. Preference will be given to applicants with undergraduate-focused teaching experience, as well as to applicants who do physics education research, or theoretical/computational physics or astrophysics research.

Required Applicant Documents:   Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Other Document
Research Interests

Optional Applicant Documents:   Learning Philosophy
Work/Writing Sample
Research Funding

Number of Reference Letters Required:   3
Special Instructions to Applicants:     Applications must be uploaded to MSU's online job application site, http://jobs.msu.edu, and should include a cover letter, CV, teaching portfolio, and statement of research interests. For teaching portfolio details see http://www.lymanbriggs.msu.edu/faculty/openPositions.cfm. In addition, three letters of recommendation addressing the candidate's research and teaching must be submitted electronically by the recommenders through the application system.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Heather Bentley, Lyman Briggs Human Resources, at heather@msu.edu.

Review of applications will begin November1, 2013 and will continue until the position if filled
Department Website Address:     http://lymanbriggs.msu.edu/

Name/Title/Email Address of Search Committee Chair:     OShea, Brian/Assistant Professor/oshea@msu.edu

TT at Western Washington University

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Western Washington University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position starting September 2014.  Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in physics or astronomy.  Successful applicants must complement existing departmental research, with preference given to candidates in Physics Education Research or Astronomy. Candidates should also have a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and enthusiasm for teaching undergraduates.  Candidates should be actively engaged in research with a strong publication record; post-doctoral experience is also preferred.  Effective communication skills and an ability to work effectively with diverse students and colleagues are highly desired.  A successful applicant will be expected to pursue an on-campus research program that will actively and sustainably involve undergraduate students, and to apply for external grant support. For full position announcement, and to apply, go to http://www.wwu.edu/jobs. Applications must include (1) a detailed cover letter describing the applicant's background and why she or he would be interested in joining the department, (2) a statement of philosophy and interest in teaching, including a short statement on how the applicant’s background and experiences (academic or non-academic) have prepared them to effectively teach increasingly diverse students and work effectively with diverse colleagues, (3) detailed research proposal with plans for undergraduate involvement, and (4) a full curriculum vitae including the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Do not send letters of recommendation; they will be requested only for semi-finalists.  Review of applications will begin on November 22, 2013 and the position will remain open until filled.  Inquiries may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Janelle Leger, at physics@wwu.edu.  Western Washington University is a primarily undergraduate institution in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.  The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers bachelor degrees in physics and physics/math secondary education.  Several departments in the College of Sciences and Technology offer Masters degrees.  More information can be found at http://www.wwu.edu/physics. WWU is an AA/EO employer.

TT in PER at Rowan Univ (AAPT/PERC message board)

Rowan University anticipates a search commencing this fall for a tenure-track position in the Dept of Physics&Astronomy with a research focus of Physics Education. Send email inquiry to physics@rowan.edu for full job announcement.