Assistant Professor of Physics

Assistant Professor of Physics

Fisk University's Department of Life and Physical Sciences invites applications for a full-time, probationary tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Discipline of Physics for the 2024-2025 academic year, commencing as soon as January 2025. We seek an enthusiastic candidate with a strong background in physics, astrophysics, or astronomy, particularly with research experience or relevance to nuclear physics. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a fervent commitment to excellence in teaching and a proven record of fostering collaboration in undergraduate research. Moreover, they should exhibit a keen interest and experience in teaching at minority-serving institutions and engaging with underrepresented minorities in the fields of physics and astronomy.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute actively to undergraduate education by teaching introductory physics classes and upper-level courses, including Mathematical Methods in Physics, Advanced Dynamics, Electricity and Magnetism, Modern Physics, and Quantum Mechanics. They will have the opportunity to shape and implement innovative teaching strategies, fostering a stimulating learning environment that encourages critical thinking and exploration. The candidate could also serve as a mentor to graduate students in the Fisk-Vanderbilt Masters-to-PhD Bridge Program.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in their field, a fervent commitment to teaching excellence, and a proven record of fostering collaboration in undergraduate research. Moreover, they should exhibit a keen interest and experience in teaching at minority-serving institutions and engaging with underrepresented minorities in the fields of physics and astronomy.

Qualifications

Education: A PhD in physics, astrophysics, astronomy, or related fields

Desired Experience: Demonstrated experience or a strong interest in teaching and conducting collaborative research; engagement with minority-serving institutions and a track record of supporting underrepresented minorities in physics and astronomy is highly valued

Licenses or Certificates: N/A

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following materials as one (1) PDF through the Paycom ATS:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Statement of research agenda
5. Sample or link to scholarly writing
6. Three letters of recommendation
7. Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Be prepared to submit an unofficial transcript if asked to interview

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

A background and/or credit check will be required of the successful applicant. An official transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required of the successful applicant.

Fisk University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in higher education.