Department of Chemistry and Engineering Physics

Teach and contribute to the development of courses and laboratories in algebra-based and calculus-based introductory physics, and physical science. Also, teaching some upper-level engineering physics courses, depending on qualifications and departmental need. Professional development.

A Ph.D. in Physics or Astronomy (by June 30, 2010), with a specialization that is pertinent to the scope of undergraduate physics education at UW-Platteville. Preference will be given to those with degrees or experience in Physics Education Research or Astronomy. Candidates must have one year of teaching experience. Two semesters as a half-time teaching assistantship in graduate school meet this requirement. Qualifications also include good communication skills with both students and colleagues; laboratory skills consistent with contributing to the development of undergraduate physics laboratories; interest in and commitment to undergraduate education; a commitment to fostering and increasing UW-Platteville racial and gender diversity.

Start date will be August 22, 2010.

UWP is a comprehensive university of approximately 6800 students located in the hill and stream region of Southwestern Wisconsin. The College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science has approximately 2000 students in engineering, mathematics, chemistry, and computer science, including about 50 students in an ABET-accredited engineering physics major. The university also offers degrees in biology, agriculture and industrial studies. The enrollment in calculus-based physics is about 600 students per year; the enrollment in algebra-based physics is about 150 students per year. Go to http://www.uwplatt.edu/chemep/phys for further information. UW-Platteville, an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, seeks to build a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women and minorities. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request.

Send a letter of application, CV, teaching philosophy, description of research plans, statement of commitment to fostering campus racial diversity, and contact information for three references to the address below. Only complete applications will be considered.

Employment will require a criminal background check.

Review of completed applications will begin November 30, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, enrolls about 7,000 students in primarily undergraduate programs in 40 majors, including institutional emphasis areas of agriculture, criminal justice, education, engineering, and technology management. The university is recognized as a cultural and educational center for the tri-state region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. http://www.uwplatt.edu

Platteville is a friendly, progressive community of 10,000 set in the beautiful rolling landscape of Southwest Wisconsin. It offers an excellent school system, high quality municipal and medical facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and a vibrant business/industrial community. More information is available at http://www.ci.platteville.wi.us/.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, seeks to build a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women and persons of color. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request.