Assistant Professor - 9 MONTH

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• A PhD in Physics or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral research experience in biophysics and related areas
• Mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students in research
• Experience teaching introductory physics courses
• Grant writing experience

Responsibilities

• Conducting research leading to publication
• Applying for funding to conduct research and engaging in collaborative research activities
• Engaging in creative and/or scholarly activities
• Designing graduate and undergraduate courses
• Developing and implementing new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the field
• Providing curriculum material
• Constructing syllabi
• Leading classroom instruction
• Writing and administering exams
• Mentoring and evaluating students
• Creating interest and understanding among students
• Serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees
• Providing service on campus and in related professional organizations
• Participating in faculty governance in the department and on campus
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty
• Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree