University of Minnesota

Applications are invited for a full-time, term position as an Instructor or Assistant Professor in the University of Minnesota Duluth Physics and Astronomy Department.. Depending on interest and qualifications, those selected could teach a mix of introductory and upper-level courses, and possibly astronomy or astrophysics courses.. The campus is located in northeastern Minnesota at the tip of Lake Superior, is the home of the Large Lakes Observatory, and is approximately 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul and also 150 miles south of the NOvA experiment Ash River Laboratory.. The department has 14 full time faculty and research strengths in astrophysics, particle physics, condensed matter physics, and physical oceanography/limnology.. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

assistant professor of physics

Required Qualifications
Ph.D. (assistant professor) or M.S. (instructor position) or equivalent experience such as advanced Ph.D. candidate status in Physics, Astronomy, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university
A minimum of one year of experience teaching (as a TA) a diverse group of students at the undergraduate level, including ability in oral and written communication.

Preferred Qualifications
Undergraduate-level teaching experience beyond conventional TA duties.
Experience teaching in an active classroom setting.
Ability to enthusiastically attract students to the field of physics including those students who traditionally have been underrepresented in the STEM fields
Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
Applications are invited for a full-time, term position as an Instructor or Assistant Professor in the University of Minnesota Duluth Physics and Astronomy Department. This appointment begins August 19, 2024 and ends May 18, 2025.

The successful candidate will be expected to fully contribute to the teaching and service responsibilities in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The teaching load for this position is 10-14 weekly contact hours (three courses or equivalent) per semester. Depending on interest and qualifications, those selected could teach a mix of introductory and upper-level courses, and possibly astronomy or astrophysics courses.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers B.S. and B.A. degrees in Physics, a BS in Engineering Physics, and a M.S. in Physics. The campus is located in northeastern Minnesota at the tip of Lake Superior, is the home of the Large Lakes Observatory, and is approximately 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul and also 150 miles south of the NOvA experiment Ash River Laboratory. The department has 14 full time faculty and research strengths in astrophysics, particle physics, condensed matter physics, and physical oceanography/limnology. Some students do interdisciplinary research in biophysics and electrical engineering. For more about the department and its programs please see http://www.d.umn.edu/physics/.
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Complete applications will include a letter of application, CV, and a description of experience and interests in teaching ("Additional Document #1" online). Additionally, contact information for references ("Additional Document #2" online).
This position will remain open until filled. Review of completed applications will begin on April 1, 2024.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
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University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)
The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.
Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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