The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Georgia State University (GSU) invites applications for two full-time Lecturer positions to begin in August 2022. GSU is a nationally recognized university for its commitment to undergraduate teaching, and Lecturers at GSU directly contribute to the mission of educating its highly diverse student body. GSU Lecturers are full-time non-tenure track (NTT) faculty with both teaching (80%) and service (20%) requirements. They have the opportunity for promotion to the ranks of Senior Lecturer and Principal Senior Lecturer. Lecturers in the department have opportunities to participate in professional development, university-level teaching fellowships, and mini-grants through the Center for “Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Online Education.”

Essential Qualifications:

• Ability to teach both algebra-based and calculus-based introductory physics courses in both lecture and integrated lecture and lab format.
• Experience in using active learning methods at the college level
• Knowledge of best practices in physics teaching based on physics education research
• Ability to promote the participation of women and underrepresented minorities in STEM fields
• Ability to teach a diverse body of students to promote excellence in undergraduate teaching
• A Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy, Science Education, or closely related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrate a history of departmental and public service
• Ability to teach introductory astronomy
• Ability to teach science courses for current and future teachers
• Ability to design and teach hybrid or online courses

Georgia State University is a large, urban research university in downtown Atlanta and an official minority-serving institution. GSU and the department of Physics and Astronomy are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and providing a supportive atmosphere. We encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. The College of Arts & Sciences supports faculty professional success through mentoring programs and representation of faculty from all ranks in college-level program development. GSU is an institutional member of the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity.

Applications should include 1) a curriculum vitae with a publication list, 2) a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, 3) a statement of experience and vision for teaching a diverse student body effectively, including fostering diversity and inclusion, and 4) contact information for at least three professional references. All materials should be submitted in a single PDF file via email with the subject line “Lecturer position at GSU” to the search committee chair, Dr. Sumith Doluweera, at ddoluweera@gsu.edu.

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2022 and will continue until the positions have been filled. An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.