The Department of Physics at High Point University invites applications for a full-time position in Physics at the Assistant Professor rank with a start date in August 2024. This position is a 9-month, non-tenure track position eligible for promotion to Associate and Professor ranks and multi-year contract extensions. Teaching responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate physics courses at all levels, with an opportunity to develop interdisciplinary honors and general education courses for non-science majors. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop and maintain an active research program involving undergraduate students, collaborate with faculty on curriculum and program development, and contribute to the Department and wider University through service responsibilities.

The B.S. Physics program at High Point University values engaging and effective teaching, the integration of computation, experiment, and theory across the curriculum, and undergraduate research (http://www.highpoint.edu/physics/). The program seeks a dynamic individual who will embrace these values and is passionate about mentoring undergraduates. Successful applicants will have access to startup and institutional research and professional development funding, and laboratory and office space in the recently completed $65M Wanek School of Natural Sciences. A Ph.D. in physics or closely related field is required by the time of appointment.

Applications should include the following items, submitted as a single document: (i) a cover letter addressing the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position, (ii) curriculum vitae, (iii) a statement of teaching philosophy (including a description of approaches to teaching both science and non-science majors), (iv) a statement of research interests, and (v) an unofficial transcript with the highest awarded degree. Additionally, three letters of recommendation should be provided; letters of recommendation should be emailed by references to bfiser@highpoint.edu, and at least one reference should be able to address the applicant’s potential or experience in teaching. High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas. For additional information, please contact Dr. Briana Fiser, Chair, Department of Physics, at bfiser@highpoint.edu.

Apply online at https://highpoint.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Highpoint-Faculty. Review of applications will begin October 20th.

About High Point University

High Point University is a private comprehensive institution, rooted in the liberal arts, with 5,200 undergraduate and graduate students from all over the world offering more than 60 undergraduate degree programs and multiple graduate degree programs, including doctoral programs in educational leadership, pharmacy and physical therapy. Located in High Point, NC, High Point University’s inspiring environment, caring people, and engaging education equip graduates for success and significance by cultivating the values, knowledge, mindset, and skills necessary to thrive in a competitive and rapidly changing world.

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