Visiting Assistant Professor, Physics

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Position Details

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa (UT) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics position starting in August 2024. This is a nine-month term position with the possibility of an extension to a second academic year depending on Department needs.

The University of Tampa (UT) is a comprehensive, independent, predominately undergraduate private institution of ~10,500 undergraduate and graduate students with a faculty-to-student ratio of 17:1 and average class size of 21. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa’s dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; UT boasts 250+ student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 140 countries, and “Top Tier” ranking in U.S. News & World Report.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an energetic individual with an enthusiasm for teaching physics and astronomy at the undergraduate level, including both science and non-science majors. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in undergraduate education and primarily be responsible for teaching general physics courses and labs, with the possibility of teaching more advance courses depending on experience and interest. Engagement in Department, College, and/or University service is also expected. Scholarly activity will be encouraged but not required. Current physics faculty lead active research programs in computational and observational astronomy, and they hold active NASA-funded programs. The University encourages the attendance of its faculty at professional meetings by providing funds for travel.

Qualifications

A MS in physics, astronomy, or other closely related field is required, but a PhD in one of these fields is preferred. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2024.

Required Attachments

Please be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

1. Cover letter

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Statement of teaching philosophy

4. Name and contact information of three (3) references

5. Transcript copy (terminal)

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 14 master's programs.

The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high-quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers in the classroom and working with students individually. UT has invested heavily in developing our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see:

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Inquiries about the position can be addressed to:

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

External Field

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.

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