Job 2008-38 - Assistant Professor
The Department of Physics at Texas State University – San Marcos invites applications for two tenure track positions at the assistant professor level.
Responsibilities
The department and college have a strong emphasis on materials research with current departmental interests in nanoscale materials characterization, thin film growth, and semiconductor processing. Candidates from all areas of Physics, experimental or theoretical, are encouraged to apply. However, preference will be given to those candidates whose interests compliment the ongoing programs within the Department. Applications from women and minorities are particularly encouraged.
Qualifications
Required:
The successful candidates must have a PhD in Physics or related field. Candidates are expected to pursue an externally-funded research program and establish national recognition in their area of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will also be expected to support all levels of the department curriculum including innovative teaching with emphasis on applied courses and integrating teaching and research.
Preferred:
Preference will be given to candidates with post-doctoral experience, previous teaching experience, and with an established publication record.
Application Procedures
The positions are expected to commence January 1, 2008. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and names and contact information for three or more references that can be contacted for letters of recommendation. Please send your application package to:
Professor T.D. Golding
Chair Physics Search Committee
Department of Physics
Texas State University-San Marcos
601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666
Review of applications will begin 10/31/2007. Further information about the Department of Physics can be found on the web at
www.txstate.edu/physics