Faculty Positions
TITLE: Instructor, Physics
STARTING DATE: August 16, 2012
DESCRIPTION: The University of Illinois Springfield seeks applications for a non-tenure-track instructor in physics. UIS offers calculus-based introductory physics for chemistry, pre-med, and other health science majors. The successful candidate must have a minimum of an MS in Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, or a closely related field completed before August 14, 2012; documented experience teaching introductory calculus-based physics, and a background that demonstrates excellence and continued growth in physics pedagogy. Responsibilities include: teaching introductory calculus-based health science physics (with laboratory) at the undergraduate level, developing a new physical science course with lab for the general education curriculum, and assisting with operation of the campus astronomical observatory. The candidate is expected to meet UIS’ high standards of teaching. Although this position will primarily teach on-ground classes, we encourage applicants who have an interest in online teaching.
CAMPUS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois. The UIS campus serves approximately 5,000 students in 23 undergraduate and 21 graduate degree programs. The academic curriculum of the campus emphasizes a strong liberal arts core, an array of professional programs, extensive opportunities in experiential education, and a broad engagement in public affairs issues of the day. The campus offers many small classes, substantial student-faculty interaction, and a rapidly evolving technology enhanced learning environment. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu and the department web page at http://www.uis.edu/astronomy/
APPLICATION: Using “ASP Instructor Position” in the subject line, applications should email a single PDF file containing a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vita including contact information for at least one reference that can directly speak to the candidate’s teaching ability, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts to: jmart5@uis.edu.
All applicants must have visa clearance to work in the United States. The search committee will begin reviewing applications January 15, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
