Assistant Professor of Practice in Physics and Astronomy | Lincoln, Nebraska, United States | University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Position:	Assistant Professor of Practice in Physics and Astronomy
Institution:	University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Location:	Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
Duties:	The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applicants for a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice position to begin in August 2023. We seek a dedicated instructor committed to excellence in education to teach Astronomy and Physics courses
Requirements:	PhD in Astronomy or Physics; At least one year of teaching experience at the level of lecturer or above

Text:	Skip to Main Content University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website Toggle navigation Home Search Jobs Log In /Create Account Help Assistant Professor of Practice in Physics and Astronomy Bookmark this Posting \| Print Preview \| Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Click "Apply for this Job" and complete the information form. Attach the following documents: Letter of application. Curriculum vitae. A statement regarding teaching practice and philosophy. Attach as "Other Document." A list of at least three (3) references. Position Information Position Information Working Title Assistant Professor of Practice in Physics and Astronomy Department Physics & Astronomy-1092 Requisition Number F_220196 Posting Open Date 10/13/2022 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 01/16/2023 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Description of Work The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applicants for a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice position to begin in August 2023. We seek a dedicated instructor committed to excellence in education to teach Astronomy and Physics courses. This is a non-tenure line, multiyear renewable position, with the possibility of promotion to Associate and then Full Professor of Practice. The initial appointment is customarily for three years. More information on the details of a Professor of Practice position may be found at https://cas.unl.edu/professors-practice-guidelines . There are no assigned duties during the summer months, but there are opportunities for summer teaching for additional salary. Responsibilities will include teaching multiple astronomy and/or physics courses at all levels in the curriculum, ranging from introductory graduate to advanced undergraduate/entry level graduate courses; managing Teaching Assistants assigned to the courses; curriculum development; holding at least four office hours per week; and supporting various outreach activities within the department. In addition to teaching, a fraction of the appointment will be devoted to research and outreach (details subject to negotiation), which is expected to include undergraduate students. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination . Minimum Required Qualifications PhD in Astronomy or Physics. At least one year of teaching experience at the level of lecturer or above. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated classroom teaching ability, at all levels in the curriculum, including the successful application of evidenced-based teaching methods. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Criminal History Background Check Required No Posted Salary How to Apply Click “Apply for this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents: Letter of application. Curriculum vitae. A statement regarding teaching practice and philosophy. Attach as “Other Document.” A list of at least three (3) references. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Jennifer Light, jlight3@unl.edu Job Category Job Category (old) Faculty Non-Tenure Leading Job Type 12 Month (Faculty Only) Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date Planned Hire Date 08/2023 Appointment End Date Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents Required Documents Letter of Interest Curriculum Vitae Other Document List of References Optional Documents Connect with #UNL UNLincoln on Facebook @UNLincoln on Twitter UNL on YouTube @unlincoln on Instagram University of Nebraska-Lincoln on LinkedIn unlincoln on Pinterest UNLincoln on Snapchat unlincoln on Spotify Campus Links Directory Employment Events Libraries Maps Office of the Chancellor Nebraska Today Policies Emergency Planning and Preparedness Institutional Equity and Compliance Notice of Nondiscrimination Privacy Policy Student Information Disclosures TIPS Incident Reporting University of Nebraska-Lincoln About the Big Ten Conference © 2017 University of Nebraska-Lincoln · 402-472-7211 University of Nebraska System To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at . Any data not saved will be lost. Click 'OK' to keep your session active.