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Central Michigan University Physics/Astronomy Lecturer in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Physics/Astronomy Lecturer
Posting Number: F-0859
College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering
Home Department: Physics
Employee Group: Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
Position Classification: Fixed-Term Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/19/2024
Position End Date:
Position Summary:
The Department of Physics at Central Michigan University invites applications for a Physics/Astronomy Lectureship. Pending final funding approval, this is a one-year appointment beginning in August 2024, with the possibility of renewal.
Candidates must have a strong interest in teaching introductory physics and/or astronomy courses.
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in physics, astrophysics, or a closely related field • Demonstrated effecive written and verbal communication skills • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior teaching experience
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Applicants should submit their CV, a letter of interest addressing teaching experience and interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of three references. Review of applications will begin June 10, 2024. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Matthew Redshaw at physics@cmich.edu.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
About the Department:
The Physics Department at Central Michigan University has 10 tenured and 3 fixed-term faculty members and serves a diverse population and first-generation students. The Department offers undergraduate degrees in Astronomy & Astrophysics and in Physics, as well as M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Physics. Faculty in the department have strong research programs, having secured external funding of more than $3.2 million in FY 2023. Current research areas encompass both theoretical and experimental work including nuclear physics and nuclear astrophysics, and condensed matter physics. Physics faculty routinely utilize research facilities such as the Advanced Photon Source at ANL , the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams at MSU , TRIUMF in Canada, RIKEN Nishina Center in Japan, and NERSC , and have leading roles in the International Research Network for Nuclear Astrophysics (IReNA), an NSFAccelNet program. In addition to its strong commitment to research and teaching, the Department of Physics fosters an environment with equitable access and participation for all individuals, which is essential to the quality of our academic activities.
For more information, please visit our department https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/college-science-engineering/departments-schools/physics.
Posting Begins: 05/21/2024
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes
About CMU:
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences,