ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY ABOUT THIS POSITION Summary: Colorado Mesa University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physics in the Physics Program. This is a full-time, tenure-track position starting the Fall 2027 semester. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. Scholarship in the discipline, involvement with advising, and service to the university, department,
and profession are expected. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Teach physics courses and labs across introductory through upper-division levels for liberal arts and science majors. Establish a research program in area of expertise with meaningful opportunities for undergraduate physics majors. Advise and mentor undergraduate students. Participate in the
ongoing assessment and improvement of the physics program and curriculum. Engage in service to the university, department, and profession. Salary: $63,000-$68,000 Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information! Minimum Qualifications Required: Ph.D. in physics or a closely related discipline by summer 2027. Effectiveness in teaching and
creating a positive learning environment. Enthusiasm for working with and inspiring undergraduate students. Ability and enthusiasm for supervising undergraduate physics and/or astronomy research. Ability to communicate and work collaboratively and collegially with colleagues. Preferred Qualifications: Enthusiasm for teaching all introductory physics and astronomy classes. Enthusiasm for teaching Electronics for
Scientists, Intermediate Laboratory, and/or Advanced Laboratory. Enthusiasm for teaching current upper-division courses and/or developing new courses related to the candidate’s area of expertise. Research interests that diversify the research of current CMU physics faculty. Postdoctoral teaching and/or research experience. How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile
and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a: Cover letter CV Statement of teaching interests; listing previous teaching experience and courses, examples of classroom techniques, future approaches for effective teaching, and teaching interests including physics courses offered at CMU. Statement of research interests; listing research interests and experience,
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