Lecturer (Continuing) - Physics

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Frisco, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

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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.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s of Science in Physics, Physics Education, or Astronomy
  • Experience teaching courses in physics and/or astronomy
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Physics, Physics Education, or Astronomy
  • Demonstrated interactive and engaged teaching
Required License / Registration / Certification
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate
Area of Specialty
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.
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Posting Number F1418P
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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