Assistant Professor of Physics

Assistant Professor of Physics

University of the Virgin Islands

 

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Physics

Position Number: 320018

Department: College of Science & Mathematics

 

Job Description

The University of the Virgin Islands is advertising for one non tenure-track faculty position, subject to the availability of funding.

 

This position is associated with the University’s new B.S. in physics program. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out an independent research program in addition to teaching across the curriculum.

 

The University’s current research focus is in astrophysics, particularly with an interest in transient phenomena (GRBs, AGN flares, CVs, etc) but the successful candidate with experience and research interests in all fields of physics are encouraged to apply.

The University’s Etelman Observatory houses a robotically controlled 0.5m telescope which is used for faculty

and student research projects as well as teaching activities associated with the physics major and general education courses.

 

Required Qualifications

PhD in Physics or a related field

 

Preferred Qualifications

Post-doctoral work and/or previous university teaching experience

 

Posting Number: F153

Location: St. Thomas

Position Type: Full Time

Number of Vacancies- part time: 1

Posted Salary: $52,190-$74,451

 

Open Date: 02/19/2020

Close Date: 03/31/2020

 

Special Instructions to Applicant

Email is the preferred method of communicating with applicants at the University of Virgin Islands. You will be required to supply your email address during the application process.

 

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION:

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment should contact the Human Resources Office at (340)693-1410.

 

For information about relocating to the US Virgin Islands, please visit the Virgin Islands Moving Center at: www.vimovingcenter.com

 

Internal or Externally Advertised?

External

 

References

Accept References: Yes

Minimum Requests: 3

 

Required Documents:

1. Unofficial Transcripts

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching Philosophy

4. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

5. Research Statement

 

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/1834749