Assistant Professor; Tenure-Track; Physics

Position Title

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) - Physics

Faculty

Regular

Assistant Professor

Attention:
The Department of Physics in the College of Letters and Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks an Assistant Professor.

Job Summary:

The Department of Physics at UW-Whitewater seeks a dedicated educator, scholar and colleague to join our faculty. This position carries a 24-credit annual teaching load with an emphasis on high-impact instructional practices, student success, research, and professional service. The successful candidate will be able to teach introductory courses in astronomy and physics, upper-level physics courses, and laboratories as part of the physics program.

The approved standards for promotion and tenure at the time of initial contract are the standards that will be used for promotion and tenure. If there are revisions to department or college standards, a faculty member can request (in writing to the department chair) to have the revised standards applied.

Course Load:
Deliver 24 credits of instruction per academic year of introductory courses in astronomy and physics, upper-level undergraduate physics courses, and laboratories as part of the physics program. Subject area of Astronomy or Physics. (UW-Whitewater Teaching Responsibilities and Workload Policy)

Maintain at least five office hours for students each week during the academic year (departments and/or colleges may have additional requirements). These office hours for students should be consistent to provide accessible student support and academic advising/mentoring. For faculty who teach a portion or all courses online, the modality of the office hours for students should be proportionate to the modality of the courses taught unless the department or college has additional requirements.

Use Navigate for all advising/mentoring notes.

Maintain professional and timely responsiveness to student, colleague, and administrator inquiries via Navigate, Canvas, email and telephone, generally within 24–48 business hours while on contract. When off contract, use the “out of office” feature in Outlook to let individuals know who to contact in your absence.

Ensure the punctual submission of course syllabi at the start of each term, ensuring they meet all University and system-wide requirements (UWW Syllabi Reqs).. Contribute to curriculum development.

Select and develop instructional materials that are Title II (ADA) compliant. All digital course content, textbooks, and media must be accessible to students with disabilities to ensure an equitable learning environment.

Maintain an active scholarly agenda that contributes to the field of Astronomy or Physics. Disseminate research through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or professional exhibitions per department and college standards. Seek opportunities to involve undergraduate students in research initiatives.

Participate in departmental, college, and university-level meetings and committee work. Participate in professional and public service. Contribute to program assessment and development. Engage in professional outreach and service that aligns with the University Mission Statement and the Wisconsin Idea. Participate in at least one graduation ceremony each academic year. Additional responsibilities as needed by the department, college, and the university.

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