>=2 FT Lectureships at UW-Platteville

JOB DETAILS:
The Department of Engineering Physics invites applications for two or more full time lecturers in Physics for the 2014-2015 academic year. Salary is competitive with excellent benefits. Appointment date is August 19, 2014.
QUALIFICATIONS:
M.S. (by June 30, 2014), Ph.D. or ABD in Physics or related field. Candidates must have one year of teaching experience; two semesters as a half-time teaching assistant in graduate school meet this requirement.
Qualifications also include good communication skills with both students and colleagues; the ability to teach introductory undergraduate physics lectures and laboratories; interest in and commitment to undergraduate education.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach introductory-level physics and/or physical science, including labs.
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
The Engineering Physics Department (http://www3.uwplatt.edu/engineering-physics), in the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science, has eight full-time tenure/tenure track positions and two full-time academic staff. The department offers an undergraduate degree in Engineering Physics and a B.S. degree in Microsystems and Nanomaterials. The department also serves programs in engineering, science, technology, business, and education. Yearly enrollments in the service physics courses are about 800 in calculus-based physics, 200 in algebra-based physics, 50 in astronomy, and 50 in physical science. Introductory physics classrooms are "studio" style to support interactive teaching and learning.
CAMPUS INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls about 8,000 students in 42 baccalaureate and 6 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.
SPECIAL NOTES:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Crime Statistics Report is available for review at http://www.uwplatt.edu/university/documents/student_policies/safety.html#crime_statistics. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608-342-1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Review of applications will begin February 24, 2014 and continue until the position(s) are filled.
TO APPLY:
The following items are required for your application to be considered:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications; 
• A curriculum vitae; 
• A separate Teaching Philosophy statement; 
• A separate statement describing a history of working with or demonstrated commitment to addressing issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and/or other issues of historic marginalization; 
• Contact information for three professional references, at least two of whom can address your teaching. 

Questions may be addressed to:
Professor Philip Young
Chair, Search and Screen Committee
Engineering Physics Department
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Phone: 608-342-1406
youngp@uwplatt.edu

Open Rank at Rutgers

Learning Sciences and STEM - Tenure Track/Tenured Open Rank

The Graduate School of Education at Rutgers University is seeking to hire an outstanding scholar in the learning sciences with a research focus in one of the STEM fields. The GSE has a core group of faculty who work within the field of the learning sciences who are looking to broaden and expand this expertise. We are seeking a scholar who has demonstrated significant accomplishment via publications and funding and who will be able to establish an independent research agenda within a highly collaborative environment. Therefore, the position is open to individuals of all ranks, including assistant professors with an established record of accomplishment. We are seeking individuals who have deep understanding of design and have strong classroom-based research experience. The specific substantive area of interest is open. The successful candidate will be able to provide evidence of teaching ability and will be expected to teach courses for masters and doctoral level students, and may also teach occasional undergraduate courses. In addition, the candidate should provide evidence of having successful collaborations with students and with other colleagues within and/or across institutions. The candidate must have an earned doctorate in a relevant field. Our School and University are especially interested in applications from individuals who are members of groups that have been and still are underrepresented in university faculty positions.

The larger Rutgers University community offers exceptional opportunities for individuals in the learning sciences. Faculty in the GSE have formal relationships with departments in mathematics and the sciences (biology and physics). The Rutgers University Cognitive Science Program is one of the outstanding programs of its kind in the world.

The GSE offers both Ed.D. and Ph.D. in Education programs. The GSE is a member of the Carnegie Professional Educational Doctoral (CPED) network and is currently revising its doctoral program (Ed.D. and Ph.D.) offerings in light of trends occurring at both the local, national, and international levels. Please explore our website to learn more about the Graduate School of Education. The website has information about our faculty, students, programs, news, and events. The Faculty/Research tab on our Homepage contains links to our Centers and Institutes including the National Institute of Early Education Research; the Center for Effective School Practices; Center on Enhancing Early Learning Outcomes; Center for Literacy Development; the Rutgers Institute for Improving Student Achievement; and the Robert B. Davis Institute for Learning. Rutgers GSE and other partners constitute the Regional Educational Laboratory: Mid-Atlantic sponsored by the US DOE's Institute for Education Sciences.

Rutgers University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and a NSF ADVANCE Institution.

Apply electronically at learning.sciences.search@gse.rutgers.edu. Your application should include the following materials: (1) cover letter summarizing qualifications; (2) current curriculum vitae; (3) teaching and research statement; (4) at least one, but not more than three, published or unpublished papers; and (5) names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three individuals who may be contacted as references. Submit these items as separate attachments preferably as PDF documents. Review of applications will start immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

Subject to the availability of funding, the position begins September 2014.

Questions regarding this position should be emailed to Dr. Drew Gitomer, Learning Sciences Search Committee at drew.gitomer@gse.rutgers.edu.

TT at Mount Allison University

The Physics Department at Mount Allison University invites applications for a tenure-track position, with primary responsibilities for teaching and research in the area of astronomy. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in astronomy, astrophysics, or a closely related area, and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and research. The successful candidate will teach courses in our undergraduate program in the areas of astronomy, astrophysics, and general physics. The successful candidate will have a rigorous research program capable of both attracting external funding and involving undergraduate students. Mount Allison University is a highly rated, primarily undergraduate institution with an active and diverse Physics Department. Mount Allison's on-campus observatory offers opportunities for teaching, outreach, and some niche research. The ability to work in an observatory setting would be an asset. The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2014, subject to budgetary approval.

A complete application package will be submitted to Academic Jobs Online, https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/3647. The application will include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of current and planned research, and statement of teaching interests and philosophy. Evidence of effective teaching is required. The application will include three letters of reference (uploaded directly by the referees themselves). The names and contact information for these three referees will be provided in the letter of application. Applications are due by January 31, 2014.

For more information, please contact:
Dr. David Fleming
Physics Department Head Mount Allison University
62 York St. Sackville, New Brunswick E4L 1E2 Email: dfleming@mta.ca http://www.mta.ca/physics/

Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their letter of application.

TT at Harper College Palatine IL

Job Description: Full-time, tenure track position in the Physics program. Preferred candidates will demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and strong knowledge of microcomputer based labs and lab development. Ability to teach in astronomy is a plus.

Duties of Position: Maintains highest possible standards of classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching and learning pedagogies; demonstrates understanding of unique needs of physics transfer students.

Education Requirements: A Master's degree in Physics is required. PhD preferred.

Experience Requirements: Post secondary teaching experience is required. Two years of community college teaching experience is preferred. Teaching responsibilities beyond those typical of a teaching assistant is preferred.

Special Requirements: A file is not complete until the following materials are submitted directly to the online application:
* Cover letter
* CV/Resume
* Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts from Regionally accredited institutions
* A one page single-spaced statement of your teaching
philosophy. In your teaching philosophy, please include how you approach classroom management, how you assess students, your experience with curriculum and on-line course development and how you use instructional technology. **
** Attach this statement under "Contribution Statement/Teaching Philosophy" **
*** Please attach all documents directly to your application. If you have difficulty attaching documents, you may send documents via email to jobs@harpercollege.edu or hard-copy to the HR/Recruitment Office , Harper College, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL 60067 ***
Applications are accepted until the position is filled though priority will be given to applications received on or before January 27, 2014.
* Official transcripts required upon hire.
* Employment is contingent upon Criminal Background Check.
Employment Sponsorship is not available

Harper College, a dynamic community college located in Chicago's northwest suburbs, enrolls over 25,000 students of all ages, is committed to diversity, and encourages the development of multicultural perspectives.

FT at North Idaho College, Spring 2014

https://northidahocollegefoundation-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=153&company_id=16636&jobboardid=101

Instructor in Physics (Special Appointment)

Tracking Code

14-049

Job Description

SUMMARY
As a member of the Physics Department in the Division of Natural Sciences (www.nic.edu/natsci), the physics instructor will provide instruction in approximately four courses per semester. The teaching assignment may be selected from the following courses: Phys 101, Phys 103, Phys 111, Phys 112, Phys 211, Phys 212 (www.nic.edu/catalog). Depending on a candidate’s academic degrees the teaching assignment could include selected mathematics and/or engineering courses.

The Department: The Physics department is a small department consisting of two full time faculty members and one part time instructor.  The Physics department serves majors in physics, engineering, and math.  The Physics department’s small class sizes, supportive faculty and facilities provide an excellent learning environment for all physics students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list includes but is not limited to the following:

• Teaches a minimum of 15 equivalent credit hours per semester as assigned and maintains additional weekly contractual hours, including a minimum of five office hours, five campus hours and five discretionary hours divided between office and campus hours for a total of 30 hours on campus per week
• Order materials and set up labs
• Utilizes non-traditional delivery methods including Internet and IVC
• Becomes familiar with the assigned textbook(s), prepares class presentations and handouts for electronic distribution, and prepares a syllabus for each course
• Prepares, gives, and grades tests and homework and delivers grades to the registrar on time
• Receives training in and keeps skills current in using the electronic and physical equipment and software necessary to accomplishing teaching and advising responsibilities
• Advises students using the recommended procedures as outlined in the College Advising Handbook
• Identifies student-learning outcomes; develops process and tools for assessment; incorporates results in order to modify instruction and materials in general education, degree program, course cluster, and/or certificate program, in coordination with colleagues
• Participates in student recruitment, curriculum development, and serves on college committees
• Provides mentorship for adjunct faculty and orients associate faculty as needed
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings
• Participates in professional development activities
• Cultivates effective public relations with various community agencies/service providers and/or educational partners
• Demonstrates commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.
• May teach evenings and/or weekends

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum qualifications necessary for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty and be successful in the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.

Education and Experience:
Minimum of a Master’s in physics. Individuals with a Bachelor’s in physics and a Master’s in engineering may be considered. Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from multi-cultural backgrounds. Prior teaching experience in higher education preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to successfully recruit students into physics.
• Proven dynamic classroom leadership and the ability to foster enthusiasm in students.
• Highly motivated with the vision and ability to expand the physics program.
• Experience teaching non-majors fundamentals of physical science classes as well as general physics and physics for engineers preferred.
• Ability to set up and use physics and astronomy equipment preferred.
• Proficiency in the set-up and use of alternate delivery methods (e.g., Internet and inter-active video) preferred.
• Proven leadership qualities and abilities preferred.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to use a personal computer and associated peripherals and current version of Microsoft Windows and  Microsoft Office, Internet, and alternative delivery systems (e.g., internet and interactive video) at a proficient level. 
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including phone, fax, copier

Physical Demands
The physical demands & work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or are encountered by an employee in the normal course of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and use fingers and hands to keyboard or type and handle materials. The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles or blood-borne pathogens and contaminants, blood-borne pathogens, or other health threats.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS


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Applicant is responsible for reading and following the application instructions to ensure successful application submittal.

  

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR THIS POSITION



It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they have submitted all required materials, as listed below. Following application submittal, applicant can login via the Modify Your Application link (to the right) to view application profile:

1) Completed online profile (Steps 1-8 in application system) 

UPLOADED IN STEP 5 OF PROFILE - Letter of interest which addresses your qualifications for this position (please do not combine letter with resume).

UPLOADED IN STEP 5 OF PROFILE - Resume (please do not combine resume with letter). 

UPLOADED IN STEP 5 OF PROFILE - Unofficial Transcripts showing highest degree.  Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you do not have your transcripts in electronic format for uploading, you may fax them to 208-769-7786 with a cover page that includes the position title. 

2) Upon request, you may be asked to complete the NIC E-Application Form.       This request (if made) will come to you via e-mail.

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Location:  Seiter Hall 

Opening Date:  November 22, 2013 

Closing Date:  All materials must be received by Noon, December 6, 2013 

Anticipated Starting Date:  January 6, 2013 

Salary:  Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and placement on the North Idaho College Faculty Salary Structure.   Excellent benefits, including retirement.    

Work Schedule: 100% of full-time, special appointment position for Spring 2014 only.

Job Location

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

12-Month Instructional Position, Univ of Buffalo NY

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. To apply, please visit: https://
www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=55890

Position Summary:
Responsibilities of this 12-month position include:
-- supervision of all 'Finish In Four' laboratory sections.
-- teaching Advanced Lab (PHY407/PHY551 and PHY408/PHY552)
-- teaching Modern Physics Lab (PHY307A and PHY307B) -- teaching and coordinating labs for Descriptive Astronomy, PHY121/PHY122
-- updating lecture demonstrations
-- overseeing lab instruction in the Department, supervising TAs and Lab instructional personnel, conducting assessment of lab instruction and identifying problem areas.
-- supervising lab courses during the summer sessions and special summer programs.

Candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Physics (or related area).

Minimum Qualifications:
Candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Physics (or related area).

Preferred Qualifications:
University teaching experience (including as a graduate student) and evidence of experimental expertise are preferred.
Salary:

FTE: 1.00

The University at Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

Renewable FT at University of Washington-Bothell

The University of Washington Bothell (UWB) seeks a dynamic educator to teach in the fast-growing Physical Sciences Division of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at the rank of Lecturer Full-Time. The initial term of appointment for this full-time, nine-month multi-year renewable position will be September 16, 2014 through June 15, 2017.  All University faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service.
Qualifications for this position include a minimum of three of the following:
1)      Familiarity and experience with modern teaching methods in physics (including lab).
2)      Familiarity with a variety of assessment tools.
3)      Familiarity with the physics education literature and/or participation in STEM education conferences or other similar activities.
4)      Familiarity with up to date laboratory safety techniques and rules.
5)      Experience in supervising other laboratory instructors, developing new and engaging laboratory experiments and pedagogy for Physics.
6)      Experience in developing Physics curriculum.
All University lecturers engage in teaching and service. Successful candidates for appointment at the rank of Lecturer Full-time will have an earned Ph.D. in physics or related field and have at least one year of teaching experience in physics.  Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate: ability to work independently and as part of a team; the ability to work with a diverse student population and employ a variety of instructional strategies. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in excess of the one-year minimum and a demonstrated ability to contribute broadly to the emerging physical sciences programs at UW Bothell. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The search is open until filled; the priority deadline is December 10, 2013.  This position is contingent on available funding.
The School of STEM offers seven undergraduate degrees and two graduate degrees within its four Divisions of Biological Sciences, Computing and Software Systems, Engineering and Mathematics, and Physical Sciences.   Interactive Media Design and Mathematics degrees were launched in Autumn 2013, a degree in Chemistry is planned to begin in the Fall of 2014 and degrees in Physics, Mechanical Engineering and Computer Engineering are planned for initiation during the next two to four years. We also offer masters degrees in Computer Science and Software Engineering, a masters degree in Cyber Security Engineering beginning fall 2013, and plan to offer a masters degree in Electrical Engineering beginning fall 2014. Our present laboratory facilities will be augmented in Autumn 2014 by the new 74,000 square-foot Science and Academic Building, which will include eleven new science and engineering laboratories.
The Bothell campus of the University of Washington, located approximately 20 miles northeast of Seattle, serves approximately 4000 traditional and non-traditional students and offers degrees through the Schools of Business, Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), and the Education, and Nursing and Health Studies programs. Since its opening in 1990, UWB has offered creative, interdisciplinary curricula, and a dynamic community of multicultural teaching. It is now the fastest growing campus in the state of Washington.
To apply please submit a single electronic file to PSD-search@uwb.edu with the subject line:  Physics FT Lecturer Search.  The file should contain the following:  curriculum vitae, letter of interest including a statement of teaching philosophy, any available evidence of teaching excellence, a sample syllabus, and a reference contact list.  Also, please have three letters of reference sent to the same e-mail address.  For more information about the School of STEM see http://www.uwb.edu/stem, or contact Dr. Warren Buck, Chair of the search committee, at WBuck@uwb.edu.   The search is open until filled; the priority deadline is December 10, 2013.  This position is contingent on available funding.

The University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. The University of Washington Bothell is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and other eligible veterans. We are particularly interested in faculty who contribute to diversifying the undergraduate and graduate curricula.