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UNT System Overview | Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. |
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Posting Title | Lecturer (Continuing) - Physics |
Department | UNT-Physics-122300 |
College/School | College of Science |
Job Location | Frisco |
Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
Retirement Eligibility | ORP Eligible |
Additional Retirement Information | For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php . |
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Department Summary | The Department of Physics at the University of North Texas offers both undergraduate and graduate programs and is committed to carrying out state-of-the-art research across a number of areas of physics such as materials physics, photonics, computational physics, high energy physics, atomic and nuclear physics, plasma physics, theoretical and quantum physics, and astrophysics. With approximately 20 research active faculty members, over 70 graduate students are mentored in research. More details about the department can be found at www.physics.unt.edu UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba. |
Position Summary | The Department of Physics at the University of North Texas invites applications from outstanding candidates for a Lecturer who will serve in a continuing, full-time position to start in August 2024. The Lecturer position is an important, pedagogically oriented element of the department and plays a key role in supporting courses that serve physics majors as well as courses serving other STEM and non-science majors. We seek strong, student-focused candidates with interactive and engaged teaching methodology who reflect on and continually hone their teaching practices. A commitment to cultivating a classroom and department in which all students can thrive is essential. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and skill. The Lecturer will be expected to provide engaging and interactive instruction for three to four course sections per semester. These courses include primarily introductory physics lectures and recitations (calculus-based or algebra-based). The Lecturer will also be expected to manage and coordinate the introductory physics labs including teaching lab sections when needed. Lecturers in the Department of Physics have the opportunity to contribute to important activities including, but not limited to: 1) Integrating computational modeling into introductory courses 2) Curriculum development for lecture, recitation, or laboratory instruction 3) Outreach and/or student recruitment 4) Mentoring undergraduate research projects Applicants are encouraged to share their interest in and, if applicable, their experience with such activities. |
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Required License / Registration / Certification | |
Physical Requirements | Ability to communicate |
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Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
Driving University Vehicle | No |
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | F1418P |
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Special Instructions to Applicants | The search committee will begin to review applications on December 1, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled. An offer of employment for this position will be made dependent upon available funding. |
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/77268 |
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