Assistant Professor of Physics
THIS SEARCH IS CURRENTLY CLOSED.
Updated information regarding re-opening the search should be available by August 2008.
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Emporia State University Departments of Physical Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics position beginning August 2008.
The responsibilities will include teaching introductory, general education, and/or service courses in physics and the physical sciences, and directing the Peterson Planetarium. Participation in appropriate proposal development, grant administration and/or distance-learning course delivery will be highly desirable. Completion of a PhD (or EdD) in physics/physical science education (with content background in physics), or a PhD in physics with demonstrated involvement in science education is expected prior to August, 2008. Some content background in astronomy is also considered desirable.
Successful candidates will provide evidence of, or promise of, excellence in teaching, a commitment to research and/or scholarly activity, and service contributions.
Early screening begins December 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application describing teaching experience and philosophy as well as research interests. Include current vitae, unofficial transcripts, relevant supporting materials, and the names and contact information of three references. Send application to:
Dr. Jorge Ballester
Chair, Search Committee
Departments of Physical Sciences
Emporia State University, Emporia, KS 66801-5087.
An AA/EOE institution, Emporia State University encourages minorities and women to apply. www.emporia.edu.
Application Notes
Due to uncertainties associated with electronic mail and the potential impact on the search process, the search committee will only consider hard-copy applications. Applicants should expect to receive a letter confirming receipt of their application and a Pre-employment Data Form.
Additional Information
Emporia State University currently offers BA and BS degrees in physics and a physics-emphasis MS degree in physical science, as well as a BSE with teaching fields in chemistry, earth/space science, physics, and middle school/general science. Physics faculty also provide significant support for the university’s pre-engineering program and dual-degree (3-2) programs with nearby engineering schools.
Emporia State University, originally chartered in 1863 as Kansas State Normal School, has an enrollment of over 6000 students. For an overview of the university, go to the ESU website, and follow the "about ESU" link or the "parents and families" link. A rich heritage exists at Emporia State University in physics and physics education. Additional information concerning this heritage and the physics program at ESU is available at the physics web site. Physics is one of three academic areas within the Departments of Physical Sciences, which also includes chemistry and earth science.
Phone: (620) 341-5971
E-mail: jballest@emporia.edu
Last Updated May 30, 2008