Two 1-year VAPs at Wooster

The Department of Physics at The College of Wooster invites applications for two separate one-year visiting positions beginning Fall 2014 to teach upper and lower level physics courses and labs. Applicants should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education; the ability to involve undergraduate students in research is particularly desired.  Ph.D. in Physics or related field is preferred.
The College of Wooster is an independent liberal arts institution with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. Our department is an inclusive community with close faculty-student interactions and mentoring. Our physics club has won national awards for its elementary school outreach program. Each Wooster student completes a yearlong senior thesis project in our nationally recognized senior capstone program. Wooster ranks in the top 3 percent nationally as the baccalaureate origin of Ph.D.s when compared with other 4-year institutions. For more information on the department and the College, please visit http://physics.wooster.edu.
Applicants should send a single pdf with letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to physics@wooster.edu. Review of applications will begin January 20, 2014, and continue until  the positions are filled.
The College of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. Wooster seeks to ensure diversity by its policy of employing persons without regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or political affiliation. The College of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. The College of Wooster is a drug-free workplace.

VAP at Earlham College

Description

Earlham College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. This is a one-year, renewable up to three year, full-time appointment, beginning in August 2014. In addition to this position, the department has three FTEs with active research programs in computational biophysics, laser atomic and optical science, and astrophysics. Earlham's resources include modern laboratories in addition to multiple local computational clusters.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The Physics and Astronomy Department seeks an individual who is first and foremost excited about teaching -- in lecture and laboratory -- to bright and motivated undergraduates at a nationally selective small liberal arts college. Responsibilities include contributing to both introductory and advanced courses, as well as upper-level courses in the applicant's area of specialty. While research is not required, some resources are available, especially for research involving undergraduates.

Experience & Qualifications

Preference will go to applicants who have completed (or are presently finalizing a dissertation for) a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field; teaching or post-doctoral experience is desirable. Earlham holds excellence in teaching as its most important criterion, so the search committee will be looking for evidence of a strong interest in teaching at the undergraduate level.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on February 3rd, 2014. The search will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates should send applications as a single PDF including: cover letter that addresses your interests, qualifications and experience; curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of research interests; undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Three letters of recommendation, also in PDF format, should be sent separately. Materials should be sent to:

Bobbi Cayard-Roberts, Physics and Astronomy administrative assistant, at physics_vap_search@earlham.edu.

VAP at Wabash College IN

WABASH COLLEGE PHYSICS  Applications are invited for a three-year visiting position at the assistant professor level beginning July 1, 2014.  Candidates should be committed to excellent and innovative teaching, able to teach a wide range of undergraduate courses, and eager to work in a department that values close interaction with faculty and students.  An experimentalist or computational physicist who can readily contribute to an advanced lab course and involve undergraduate students in research is most desired.  Interest in teaching introductory astronomy is desired but not required.  Candidates should have a Ph.D. in physics or a related discipline.  A Tier-1 liberal arts college, Wabash offers a competitive salary and support for faculty development.  For more information about the College and the Physics Department, please visit the department web site:  http://www.wabash.edu/academics/physics.  Applicants should send a letter of appliction, vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, statement of personal teaching philosophy tailored for the liberal ats envionment and three recent letters of recommendaion to physics_search@wabash.edu or JamesBrown, Chair, Physics Dept., Wabash College, P.O. Box 352, Crawfordsville, IN 47933-0352.  Review of applications will begin February 1, 2014 and will continue until the posiion is filled.  Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff committed to providing quality engagement wth students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful diversity experiences that prepare students for life and leadership in a multicultural global world.  We welcome applications from persons of all backgrounds. EOE

TT at King's College, PA

[Editor's note: this position has potential for dual career seekers, since King's College is about 10 miles away from Misericordia University, which announced a TT open position this fall as well ]

King's College seeks an Assistant Professor of Physics. This tenure track position begins fall 2014 and will be responsible for teaching introductory and advanced physics courses and will occasionally teach general education courses as a part of the College's core curriculum. Interested candidates should be committed to teaching at an institution where the liberal arts are emphasized, be prepared to develop a research program suitable for the inclusion of undergraduate science majors, and be committed to growing our new physics major and 3+2 Engineering program. A Ph.D. in a related discipline is required by fall 2014; prior postdoctoral or college teaching experience is beneficial. The successful candidate will also support the Holy Cross Mission and Catholic identity of the College.

Send a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of research interests involving undergraduates, academic transcripts, and three reference letters to Physics Search Committee, Academic Affairs Office, King's College, 133 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. No electronic applications will be accepted. Only complete applications will be reviewed. The position is open until filled; evaluation of candidates will begin December 16, 2013.

King's College is a private, Catholic, teaching college of the liberal arts and sciences and pre-professional programs sponsored by the Congregation of Holy Cross. The College serves over 2400 full-time, part-time, undergraduate, and graduate students. A rigorous core curriculum provides the foundation for all majors. The College is located on a small urban campus in Wilkes-Barre, on the edge of the Pocono Mountains. King's College is committed to equal opportunity in the admission of students, the administration of its education programs and activities, and for employees and applicants for employment without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age or disability in accordance with applicable laws. EOE www.kings.edu

VAP at Union College NY

We invite applications for Visiting Assistant Professor starting in September 2014. This position is available for up to three years, contingent on satisfactory performance. Applicants should have some teaching experience and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Union is a highly selective, small (2200 students) liberal arts college with an engineering program, located in the Capital District of New York State, a region heavily engaged in science and R&D. The Department of Physics and Astronomy (www.physics.union.edu) includes eleven full-time faculty in a variety of fields including astronomy, astrophysics, atomic physics, biophysics, environmental physics, nuclear physics, materials science, statistical mechanics, and art restoration research. Union College is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. Applicants should send a detailed curriculum vita, statements of teaching and research, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to Lynnette R. Stec, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Union College, Schenectady, NY 12308 (Email: stecl@union.edu). We will begin the review of applications on March 1, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.

TT at Rockford U, IL

Rockford University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in physics starting August 2014. A PhD or ABD in experimental physics required. Combined responsibility for introductory and some advanced level physics is required. Also, teaching some mathematics and/or computer science courses is possible, with the potential to expand the current minor in physics. Strengthening the physics laboratory program is an important task. Prior full-time college teaching experience is highly preferred. Enthusiasm for teaching in a small-university liberal arts setting is essential.

Candidates for the position should send their applications electronically consisting of

• a cover page,
• a recent and detailed curriculum vitae,
• a teaching statement documenting teaching effectiveness,
• a research statement proposing a research program viable at a small liberal arts university and accessible to undergraduates,
• all related transcripts graduate and undergraduate, AND
• have three letters of recommendation sent (at least 2 letters should address the applicant's ability to teach effectively) separately to physicssearch@rockford.edu

Application deadline: January 15, 2014. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Mehmet Dik, Chair, Department of Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics mdik@rockford.edu
Founded in 1847, Rockford University is an independent, liberal arts institution dedicated to teaching. It is located in Rockford, IL, a city of 150,000 people about 85 miles northwest of Chicago. The university offers bachelor degree programs in over two dozen majors, masters programs in teaching and business, and educational programs for the citizens of our community. Rockford University is one of only twelve institutions in Illinois with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa.

TT/T at Morris College, Sumter SC

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF PHYSICS: To teach introductory courses in physics and physical sciences effective for the 2014-2015 academic year. Participate in registration, student advising, committee assignments and other duties as assigned. Must have either a doctorate degree in physics or a master's degree in physics and four years of teaching or related professional experience. Must be available August 2014.

Submit a letter of application, personal resume, three letters of recommendation and official academic transcripts to: Director of Personnel, Morris College, 100 W. College St., Sumter, SC 29150-3599.

TT at Cottey College, MO

Physics. Cottey College, a private liberal arts college for women, invites applications for a position as a full-time, tenure track, assistant/associate professor, beginning August 2014. The College is seeking an individual who is committed to teaching excellence in an undergraduate liberal arts institution. A doctorate in physics (ABD considered) is required and college teaching experience is preferred. Teaching responsibilities include general physics (lecture and lab) and general education courses such as Introductory Physics, Introductory Astronomy and/or College Algebra. Additional responsibilities include advising, college service, and professional development. Further information about Cottey is available at http://www.cottey.edu. Review of applications begins January 7, 2014, and continues until the position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, brief statement of teaching philosophy, copies of transcripts, and contact information for three references to Dr. Cathryn Pridal, VPAA, Cottey College, Nevada, MO 64772. E-mail: dkerbs@cottey.edu; Phone: 417-667-8181. EOE.

TT at Knox College, IL

Knox College invites application for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to start September, 2014.  Candidates should have, or be near completion of a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field, and have enthusiasm for teaching all levels of undergraduate Physics and directing undergraduate research; field open.  Candidates should send a curriculum vitae, statements about their teaching and research interests, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Prof. Thomas Moses, Physics Department, Knox College, Galesburg, IL 61401.  (tmoses@knox.edu) The selection process will begin on December 1 and continue until the position is filled.  The Physics Department is committed to and has a strong record in encouraging students from underrepresented groups, particularly women, to pursue a major in physics, and applications from women and members of other underrepresented groups are especially welcome.

 

Knox College is a highly selective, independent liberal arts college with a student body of 1400 and a three-member Physics Department.  Founded in 1837 in Galesburg, Illinois, Knox College enrolls students from 48 states and 51 countries who have a strong passion for and commitment to intellectual community and experiential education. Knox College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

NTT at Coastal Carolina, SC

The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a teaching lecturer position in Physics and Astronomy to begin Fall 2014. This position is renewable yearly with benefits

We seek an individual with a commitment to quality undergraduate education and with knowledge of current effective educational practices. The position will be primarily focused on introductory level science, physics, and astronomy, and may include lab coordination and curriculum development as well.  Applicants qualified with a Masters degree including 18 hours in Physics and/or Astronomy, or a Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or closely related field are encouraged to apply. Prior experience with distance learning would be beneficial.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located just nine miles from the Atlantic coast resort of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.  Coastal enrolls more than 9,300 students from 47 states and 50 nations. The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the  baccalaureate and selective masters degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services and a Ph.D. degree in Marine Science.

To apply, please visit http://jobs.coastal.edu and submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy, as well as contact information for at least three references. At least one reference should attest to the applicant's teaching abilities. Screening of applications will begin December 1, 2013. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Louis Rubbo (lrubbo@coastal.edu).

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

TT at Misericordia Univ, PA

Misericordia University invites qualified candidates to apply for a 10 month tenure-track faculty position in Physics to begin August 15, 2014. The three-person department primarily teaches introductory physics courses to students in a variety of majors. A doctorate in Physics, Physics Education, or a related field is required. Candidates at ABD status with evidence of expected completion by August 15, 2014, will be considered.

Misericordia University is committed to student, faculty and staff diversity and values the educational benefit this brings to campus. Candidates should indicate any experience and/or leadership that contribute to this goal.

To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and three letters of reference by email to hr@misericordia.edu or by mail to Office of Human Resources, Misericordia University, 301 Lake Street, Dallas, PA 18612.

Inquiries only should be directed to Dr. Michael Orleski, email: morleski@misericordia.edu. A representative will be available through the Job Fair at the January AAPT meeting in Orlando, FL. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.

Misericordia University, an 89-year-old institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy, offering baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees, is located adjacent to the Pocono Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania, approximately 2 hours from New York City and Philadelphia. The university's approach of combining a quality liberal arts education with professional preparation and service to others has resulted in its wide regional acclaim.

FT, Natural and Physical Sciences, Deep Springs College, CA

http://www.deepsprings.edu
Deep Springs College is seeking applicants for the Herbert Reich Chair in the Natural Sciences to begin teaching in the 2014-2015 academic year.
The position is one of three long-term faculty positions at Deep Springs College. Long-term faculty teach self-designed courses, both within their area of expertise and more broadly. Ideal candidates are more than specialists, and consider their discipline in the context of a liberal education. The teaching load is 2-2. The position is open to candidates at both the junior and senior levels and is renewable up to six years.
Faculty work closely with students both inside and outside the classroom, and must be committed not only to teaching, but to nurturing and participating in an intimate and vibrant intellectual community. Faculty live on campus on the main circle next to the dormitory, laboratory, and main building. The student-to-faculty ratio is about four to one; most classes have fewer than eight students.
Deep Springs is committed whenever possible to providing institutional support for faculty to continue exploring their own research interests while resident in the valley. Applications are due November 1, 2013. EOE

FT/NTT in Physics and Math, Alaska Pacific

The Environmental Science Department at Alaska Pacific University invites applications for a faculty position in Math and Physics at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level.  Alaska Pacific University is a small private liberal arts and sciences university providing personalized, experiential, hands-on instruction in the field with Alaska as its primary classroom.  The faculty at APU are passionate about teaching, involved in curriculum development and design, interested in interdepartmental collaborations, invested in student growth within the classroom and within the small campus community, and appreciative of creativity in scholarly pursuits.
Responsibilities of this position include teaching math (beginning algebra through calculus II) and physics (calculus-based and environmental), serving on university committees, collaborating with the department to develop and enhance current programs, and participating in undergraduate and masters student projects.
Requirements for the position include an earned doctorate (ABD candidates are also eligible to apply) in mathematics, physics or a closely related discipline, demonstrated commitment to undergraduate experiential education, and evidence of capacity to develop an independent program of scholarship. The ideal candidate will be able to teach both math and physics, but otherwise qualified candidates who can teach in one or the other discipline will also be considered.

Materials received by November 1, 2013 will be given priority consideration, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2014. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for three to five references, and a statement of teaching philosophy to Dr. Tracy Stewart, Academic Dean, at tstewart@alaskapacific.edu. Alaska Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TT at Xavier University, Cincinnati OH

The Department of Physics at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, anticipates an opening for a tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor level beginning in the Fall of 2014. A Ph. D. is required along with a commitment to undergraduate teaching and research in a Jesuit liberal arts setting. The successful candidate will teach both lecture and laboratory courses and will be expected to carry out a successful research program that involves undergraduates. Start up funds will be provided, and the use of a scanning-probe microscope, evaporative/sputter deposition system, and an electrical transport properties measurement system will be available if needed. An experimentalist with experience in solid-state physics is preferred. Women and representatives of minority groups are encouraged to apply. The Physics Department at Xavier University presently has 5 full time faculty, 3 full time instructors, and 1 full time laboratory support services manager. The department graduates on average 8 physics majors per year, many of whom go on to graduate programs in physics and related fields. To ensure consideration, by December 13, 2013, candidates must submit an application letter, curriculum vita, statement of research and statement of teaching.

Please submit at https://xavier-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=197
Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

TT at Reed College, OR

Reed College invites application for a tenure-track position in Physics, at the Assistant Professor level, to begin August, 2014. PhD required, postdoctoral and teaching experience preferred. Appointment is open to strong candidates of any research focus. We seek a physicist with the promise of outstanding teaching in classroom and laboratory settings, comfortable with any of the required courses in the Reed physics major curriculum, and excited to closely supervise senior thesis research projects. The successful candidate will establish a nationally recognized research program that is accessible to undergraduates.
Reed College is a small, distinguished undergraduate institution with a strong liberal arts curriculum and long tradition of academic excellence. The Physics Department consists of six regular faculty members in a broad range of fields. For further information about the Reed Physics Department, see our web page (http://academic.reed.edu/physics/). Reed College is a community that believes that cultural diversity is essential to the excellence of our academic program. In your application materials, we welcome a description of how, as a scholar, teacher, or community member, you would engage and sustain the commitment to diversity and inclusion articulated in Reed College's diversity statement (http://www.reed.edu/diversity).
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of research plans (including proposed senior thesis projects), a statement of teaching experience and plans, and three letters of recommendations to Prof. Lucas Illing, Chair, Physics Search Committee at https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/23048. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but they should be received by November 1, 2013 to guarantee full consideration. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Reed values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

TT at Austin College TX

Austin College - Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy.  Austin College’s Department of Physics invites applications for a full-time tenure track position in Physics and Astronomy beginning Fall 2014.  We seek an enthusiastic individual to help build an exciting program in Astronomy using Austin College’s new Adams Observatory. The successful candidate will have strong commitments to innovative teaching in a liberal arts environment and an active research program involving undergraduates. Teaching responsibilities will include Physics and Astronomy courses at all undergraduate levels, and contributions to college-wide programs.  (For additional information see www.austincollege.edu/hr ) 
A Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or closely related field is required; post-doctoral experience and/or previous teaching experience is highly desirable. Candidates should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, three letters of reference, a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy and a 2-page description of research interests. Submit materials on-line at http://www.austincollege.edu/68728/astronomy/ . References can be submitted directly at http://www.austincollege.edu/67377/reference/ .  Review of applications begins November 15, 2013 and continues until position is filled.  Austin College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Dean, Berry College, GA

Dean, Berry College School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences

Berry College, a private comprehensive liberal arts college located in Rome, Georgia, invites nominations of or applications for a visionary and innovative leader to serve as Dean of the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences (MNS).  The Dean is expected to serve as a model to faculty within the School as an exemplary teacher and scholar. Anticipated appointment date is July 1, 2014.
Berry College has recently been recognized by U.S. News and World Report as the number one 2014 Up-and-Comers national liberal arts college.  Located in northwest Georgia in a setting of great natural beauty, Berry unites a challenging academic program and practical work experience with opportunities for spiritual growth, including significant service to others, for its more than 2,100 undergraduate students.
Berry Colleges School of MNS boasts a unique campus laboratory of more than 26,000 acres of land; a thriving Department of Animal Science that includes a working dairy, beef and sheep production, and equine center; and a rapidly growing interest in the Environmental Sciences.  Well-established Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical and Computer Sciences, and Physics (including Astronomy and Geology) impart core teaching and research strengths to the School. Students are actively involved on campus in research and work opportunities that support their academic interests.
Job Responsibilities
The Dean serves as the chief academic, administrative, and budgetary officer of the MNS School and reports directly to the Colleges Provost.  The MNS Dean:

• Works with the Schools faculty, College administration, the deans of other Schools, and external partners to promote and catalyze improvements to the MNS Schools teaching/research capabilities, curriculum, unique and interdisciplinary programs, and facilities.
• Serves as a model and mentor to both tenured and tenure-track faculty members.
• Supervises all MNS faculty, Department Chairs and coordinators, and administrative staff.
• Recommends hiring, reappointment, promotion and tenure, and other personnel actions as necessary.
• Provides oversight and assistance during the hiring process of a high quality and diverse faculty and staff.
• Promotes scholarly research activities of faculty and faculty-student collaborations.
• Assists students with requests, exceptions, complaints, and the resolution of grievances.
• Serves as an effective communicator and liaison to both internal and external constituencies, including fund-raising activities in conjunction with the Advancement office. 
• Recommends budget to the Provost, and oversees the allocation and dispensation of School funds.
• Represents the interests of the MNS faculty.
• Teaches a course each semester in his/her discipline.

Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate by an accredited institution in one of the scientific disciplines represented by the MNS School with sufficient academic credentials to merit appointment to the rank of full professor.  The successful candidate will have a proven and effective track record at the level of department chair or above that demonstrates the candidates commitment to innovation and improvement.
Application Procedure
An application letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three references should be submitted to employment@berry.edu or Dean, MNS, Berry College Human Resources Department, PO Box 495037, Mount Berry, GA  30149-5037.  Review of applications will begin October 15, 2013.
Nominations for the position may be sent directly via email to Dr. Gary Breton (gbreton@berry.edu).
It is the ongoing policy of Berry College to afford equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap, veteran status, and/or whether or not they are disabled veterans; and to conform to applicable laws and regulations.  For ADA Accommodations, please contact the ADA Coordinator at VTTY 706-233-4062.
Persons filling out an application for employment with Berry College may be required to submit to a full national background check.

TT at Rider U, NJ

Rider University - For the Fall of 2014 the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry & Physics invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level.  The physics program at Rider is currently in transition and we are seeking an energetic individual who is interested in helping to redevelop the physics program. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in physics or physics-related discipline, strong communication skills, a commitment to both teaching and research in the liberal arts environment, the ability to establish a research program that can engage undergraduates and be able to teach courses in introductory physics with the possibility of teaching elective courses to science majors or non-science majors. Prior teaching experience and post-doctoral research are desirable.

Rider is a private, coeducational university located near Princeton, NJ, and within easy driving distance or train ride to New York City and Philadelphia. Rider is ranked in the top tier of northern regional universities in the "Best Universities (Master)" category by US News and World Report and is among the top 15% of colleges and universities in the nation in Princeton Review's 2007 edition of The Best 366 Colleges. Further information is available at www.rider.edu.                                                           

All applicants must complete an online application at www.rider.edu/hr, ‘Employment Opportunities’, ‘Create Application’, and attach letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a substantive research proposal.  Undergraduate and graduate transcripts and three letters of recommendation are also required and can be sent separately to Manager of Employment, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ  08638-3099.  Review of completed applications will begin on October 1st and continue until the position is filled. 
Position # 312145.

Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, Vietnam-era/disabled veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria.

TT at King's College, PA

King’s College seeks an Assistant Professor of Physics.  This tenure track position begins fall 2014 and will be responsible for teaching introductory and advanced physics courses and will occasionally teach general education courses as a part of the College’s core curriculum.  Interested candidates should be committed to teaching at an institution where the liberal arts are emphasized, be prepared to develop a research program suitable for the inclusion of undergraduate science majors and be committed to growing our new Physics major and 3+2 Engineering program. A Ph.D. in a related discipline is required by fall 2014; prior postdoctoral or college teaching experience is beneficial.
Send a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of research interests involving undergraduates, academic transcripts, and three reference letters to Physics Search Committee, Academic Affairs Office, King’s College, 133 N. River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711.  No electronic applications will be accepted.  Only complete applications will be reviewed.  The position is open until filled; evaluation of candidates will begin December 16, 2013.

TT at Centre College, KY

 [Update: an external event may impact this hire: http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2013/09/10/centre-college-loses-huge-donation ]

Centre College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics, beginning August 2014.  A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required.  The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, evidenced by pedagogy that actively engages students in a liberal arts setting.  An experimental research program that supports undergraduate collaborators is also essential.  For more details on the Physics Program, please visit http://web.centre.edu/phy/.
Centre College, a highly selective liberal arts college of 1,370 students, has one of the nation’s premier study abroad programs and a faculty ranked #5 in the nation for “Best Undergraduate Teaching” at a liberal arts college by U.S. News & World Report. Classes are small and academic standards are high.  Centre recently received a $250 million gift to establish the Brockman Scholars Program.  Centre graduates enjoy extraordinary success, with entrance to top graduate and professional schools, prestigious fellowships for further study abroad, and rewarding jobs.  The College is located in Danville, Kentucky, a town of 18,000 recognized for its high quality of life. It is within easy driving distance of Lexington, Louisville, and Cincinnati. Centre College is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity.  Centre strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated rather than discouraged, where the individuals have the opportunity to exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences.  Please view the Statement of Community.  For information concerning the college, visit our web site at www.centre.edu.