<p>Job Details</p> <p>Level: Experienced</p> <p>Job Location: Fisk University - Nashville, TN</p> <p>Salary Range: Undisclosed</p> <p>Description</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education: A PhD in physics, astrophysics, astronomy, or related fields</p> <p>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</p> <p>Licenses or Certificates: N/A</p> <p>Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following materials as one (1) PDF through the Paycom ATS:</p> <ul> <li>Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position </li><li>Curriculum vitae </li><li>Statement of teaching philosophy </li><li>Statement of research agenda </li><li>Sample or link to scholarly writing </li><li>Three letters of recommendation </li><li>Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire) </li></ul> <p>Be prepared to submit an unofficial transcript if asked to interview</p> <p>Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.</p> <p>A background and/or credit check will be required of the successful applicant. An official</p> <p>transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required of the</p> <p>successful applicant.</p> <p>Fisk University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in higher education.</p>