Assistant Professor - Physics

Tennessee Tech•Cookeville, TN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

We seek candidates with a Ph.D. degree in physics (or equivalent), strong research credentials, and excellent pedagogical skills including good command of spoken and written English. A strong commitment to undergraduate education is required. Teaching will include introductory service courses in physics and/or astronomy (some of which are taught in a studio format), labs, and upper division physics and/or astrophysics courses. Some prior teaching experience is preferred. We seek a candidate who can strengthen our new astrophysics concentration, though candidates from any research subfield are encouraged to apply. The Department has existing strengths in nuclear physics, fundamental symmetries, and physics education research. Local opportunities include the continuing development of both observational astronomy and ion beam facilities. The ability to engage undergraduates at all levels in research is required. Postdoctoral experience is strongly preferred.

Requirements

Ph.D. degree in physics (or equivalent).
Strong commitment to undergraduate education.
Strong research credentials and the ability to engage undergraduates at all levels in research.
Excellent pedagogical skills including good command of spoken and written English.
Currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in astrophysics.
Prior teaching experience.
Postdoctoral experience.

Responsibilities

Teach introductory service courses in physics and/or astronomy, labs, and upper division physics and/or astrophysics courses.
Establish and maintain an active research program in physics with undergraduate student participation and actively seek external grant support.
Support the department in recruitment efforts, student advising, and outreach activities and participate in college and university service.