Assoc. Professor - Physics jobs in Kansas

Description

Department: Physics & Astronomy 

Job Status: Salaried

FLSA Status:  Exempt 

Reports To: Dean

Grade/Level: Ph. D 

Amount of Travel Required: none

Work Schedule:40 hours per week, as dictated by the teaching schedule. 

Positions Supervised: none

POSITION SUMMARY

 The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas invites applications for an Assistant Professor beginning August 2024. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Astronomy or Astrophysics, but exceptional candidates with Ph.D.s in Physics are also encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; only complete applications will be considered. Exceptionally qualified candidates will be considered for a tenure track position.

Benedictine College has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2200 students and is a mission-centered academic community. Its mission as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, and residential college is the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship. As part of their application materials, candidates must address how they would support and contribute to our mission.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers a full range of degrees including: B.S., B.A., and Minor in Physics, and B.S. and Minor in Astronomy. The Department currently consists of 5 full time faculty (two astronomers, two physics, and a lab manager), and graduates an average of 5 students per year. Department resources include a campus of observatory used for variable star photometry and spectroscopy research, a laser lab used for AMO physics research, a materials lab used for luminescent solar concentrator research, and an endowed summer internship research program. Benedictine also has a School of Engineering with four ABET accredited degrees and an extensive machine shop. Candidates should include a statement discussing their plans for engaging undergraduates in research.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The typical faculty load in the Department of Physics and Astronomy Department is 12 credit hours per semester, including lecture and laboratory courses. The essential responsibilities Assistant Professor will include lower-level general education courses and upper-level courses in physics and astronomy. A tenure-track position will also include directing undergraduate research, and institutional service. Candidates must include a statement of teaching philosophy, including how they would contribute to our liberal arts mission.

Please direct questions regarding the position, Department, or Benedictine to Dr. Ryan Maderak, Department Chair (rmaderak@benedictine.edu).

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Required Application Materials

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three letters of reference
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Research statement
• A discussion of how candidates will contribute to the College’s Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts identity.

Education

Ph.D. Astronomy, Astrophysics, or Physics

Experience

Relevant teaching experience or demonstrated teaching potential in a college or university setting expected. Graduate research experience expected.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities

Stand F 

Walk O 

Sit F  

Handling / Fingering O

Reach Outward O 

Reach Above Shoulder O

Climb N

Crawl N

Squat or Kneel N

Bend N

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less O

13-25 lbs O

26-40 lbs O

41-100 lbs  N

Lift /Carry

10 lbs or less O

11-20 lbs O

21-50 lbs N

51-100 lbs N

Over 100 lbs N