Term Instructor of Physics and Astronomy

Position Summary:

The Department of Physics and Astronomy within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) invites applications for a 90% contract, one-year, term funded faculty position at the rank of Term Instructor responsible for teaching lower division Physics and/or Astronomy laboratory courses.  MS in Physics and/or Astronomy (or related field). A Ph.D. is preferred, but not required for this term position.  A strong interest in and aptitude for teaching undergraduates in introductory physics and astronomy and associated laboratories is vital. The start date for this position is August 8, 2021, with the potential for renewal thereafter.  Salary is commensurate with experience.

To apply and for more information please go to this link:  https://careers.alaska.edu/en-us/job/516416/term-instructor-of-physics

Review Date:

To ensure your application is considered, please apply by 11:55pm Alaska Standard Time, March 21st, 2021.

Review of applications will begin March 22, 2021.  Review will continue until the positiion is filled.

Please be prepared to upload the following required documents as part of your application:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• Contact Information for three professional references
• Unofficial Transcripts documenting degree requirement (Official Transcripts will be required of the successful candidate)
• For further information regarding this position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Travis Rector, tarector@alaska.edu.