Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics & Astronomy
Job Summary
Job Description
Ball State University’s Department of Physics & Astronomy has openings for two (2) one-year contract faculty positions available August 2021, where the successful applicant will teach primarily introductory courses for majors and/or non-majors and participate in departmental service-related activities of the university at a level associated with a contract-faculty position.
Minimum Qualifications: Earned MA/MS/MAT in physics, astronomy, physics education, or science education (with an emphasis in physics) from an accredited institution. Teaching experience at the college level, which may include typical graduate assistantship assignments.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, physics education, or related discipline from an accredited institution. Experience teaching introductory physics and/or astronomy courses for majors, non-majors, and/or pre-service elementary education majors. Effective communication skills in classroom and laboratory settings.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through May 10, 2021.
Compensation and Benefits
The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave. For further information regarding benefits please visit: https://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/HumanResources/Jobs/Benefits-and-Community/Faculty
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.