UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY
Position: #10-53F05
Position:
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
(2 of 2 positions)
Position Description:
Candidates must have a primary interest and skill in
teaching all levels of undergraduate physics and introductory astronomy.
The successful candidate will involve students in substantial undergraduate
research activities, with preference given to either condensed matter physics or
atomic, molecular and optical physics. Ph.D. in physics or closely related
area is required. Teaching experience is desirable. The successful
candidate will also be expected to serve the Department and the University
through student advising, participation in shared governance, and outreach.
The University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point is building a diverse community and
encourages applications from members of under-represented groups.
Department/University Description:
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point enrolls over 8000
students, predominantly in undergraduate programs within colleges of letters and
science, natural resources, professional studies, and fine arts/communication.
The well-landscaped campus, located 100 miles north of Madison, is embraced by a
200 acre nature preserve. The Department of Physics and Astronomy provides
service courses for many different academic programs across campus. In
addition, about 50 physics majors are engaged in coursework and directed
research with 9 full-time faculty members. Approximately half of our
physics majors continue graduate study in physics, astronomy, or engineering
while one-third of our majors accept industrial positions directly upon
graduation. Most of the remaining students pursue careers in secondary
education.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in physics or closely related area is required.
Teaching experience is desirable
Appointment Date: August 2010
Terms of Employment:
Appointment is expected at the assistant professor level. This
is a Tenure track position. Salary commensurate with qualifications
and experience.
Application Procedure:
Provide letter of application, curriculum vitae,
photocopies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will
be required prior to the time of hire), a statement of teaching philosophy, and
a statement of research plans including startup costs.
Also, arrange for three current letters of reference to be sent to:
Dr.
Katherine Jore, Chair
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Deadline:
Open until filled. Review of
applications will begin on December 1, 2009
The University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, Vietnam era veterans, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment will require a criminal background check.