Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics
William & Mary

Job Info

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Position Number:

F0A62W

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics

Unit Mission Statement:

The Department of Physics has 26 instructional faculty members and 15 physicists in research positions. The Physics Department strives for excellence in research in Nuclear and Hadronic Physics, High Energy Physics, Atomic, Molecular & Optical Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, and Plasma Physics. The department maintains a vibrant theoretical and experimental in-house program and benefits from close proximity to and strong relationships with Jefferson Lab, one of the nation's leading Department of Energy funded laboratories. The department also enjoys active collaborations with Fermilab, the nation's leading high-energy accelerator laboratory.

The Department of Physics values equally both quality research and excellence in teaching. Teaching duties include classroom instruction and the effective mentorship of undergraduate and graduate research students. The undergraduate program offers both a major and a minor, and graduates about 30 majors per year. Undergraduate majors may choose a standard physics track, a pre-med track, or a track with a concentration of engineering physics and applied design classes. Undergraduate majors complete a capstone, senior, or honors research project, working closely with a faculty advisor, either individually or in small groups. Our graduate program offers 50+ students research opportunities to pursue a Ph.D. degree in any of the supported subfields. We seek to establish and nurture dynamic collaboration amongst faculty, postdoctoral fellows, doctoral students, and undergraduate research students.

Position Summary:

The Department of Physics at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 1.5-year, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics instructional position that will begin January 10, 2025.

We seek an individual able to teach physics and/or astronomy courses at the undergraduate level for both majors and non-majors. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a 3-course-per-semester teaching load during the academic year. There may also be opportunities for summer teaching.

Required Qualifications:

A Master's degree in physics or a related field is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Ph.D. or ABD is preferred at the time appointment begins (January 10, 2025). Previous teaching experience is preferred. Ideal applicants will possess the skills to teach engaging courses in undergraduate physics in lecture and seminar-style formats.

Conditions of Employment:

Department:

3KE710 Physics Dept

Location:

William & Mary

Job Open Date:

09/23/2024

Review Begin Date:

10/24/2024

Job Close Date:

11/24/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Employment Category:

Faculty

Special Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and a statement of teaching interests that describes how your scholarly work informs your approach to teaching. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in physics in any of the aforementioned required documents. You cannot submit a separate diversity statement. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference.

For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, October 24, 2024. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed.

Information on the degree programs in the Department of Physics may be found at https://www.wm.edu/as/physics/.

Background Check Statement:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits Summary Statement:

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

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