Job Information
Michigan State University Instructor-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan
Job postings
Instructor-Fixed Term
Back to search results Apply now Job no: 958401
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Natural Science
Department:Physics-Astronomy 10032666
Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Faculty, Part Time (1-49.9%), Union
Position Summary
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a fixed-term position as an instructor in physics. The central responsibility of this position will be to teach upper-division lab courses, including electronics and optics. A PhD in physics or related field at the time of the start of the position is required, and previous experience teaching upper-division lab courses is highly desirable. The appointment will be for the 2024-2025 academic year, with an expected academic year salary in the range $52,000 to $54,000, depending on experience. The appointment is potentially renewable for additional years based on department needs and satisfactory performance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Masters
Desired Degree
Doctorate -Physics or related field
Minimum Requirements
A PhD in physics or related field at the time of the start of the position is required
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience teaching upper-division lab courses is highly desirable
Required Application Materials
Applications should be submitted through the MSU hiring website (http://careers.msu.edu). Applicants should include
(1) a cover letter;
(2) a CV including teaching experience;
(3) a one-page statement of teaching experience and philosophy;
(4) a one-page statement of your experience fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in previous professional settings, and how you plan to contribute in these areas at MSU as part of this position; and
(5) the names and contact information for three references, who may be contacted. Please include all information in a single PDF file.
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled; all applications received by this date will receive full consideration.
Questions may be directed to Stuart Tessmer (tessmer@msu.edu).
Review of Applications Begins On
06/15/2024
Website
https://pa.msu.edu/
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Jun 5, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time