Visiting Assistant Professor Position
(Posted: 10/05)
The Dept. of Physics and Astronomy at Valparaiso University invites applications for an 18-month leave replacement position, beginning in January 2006 and continuing for the 2006-07 academic year. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in physics and have a strong interest in teaching undergraduate physics. Some teaching experience is preferred. Valparaiso is a highly regarded private university with 3000 undergraduates and is located 50 miles SE of Chicago. The Department consists of seven full-time faculty. Additional information about the department can be found at www.physics.valpo.edu . Candidates should be willing to work in a scholarly community committed to Christian higher education and the Lutheran tradition. Salary will be based upon experience.
Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research intentions, and the names and addresses of at least three references to: Chair, Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN 46383. Inquiries may be directed to Bruce.Hrivnak@valpo.edu. Consideration of applications will begin 1 November 2005, and continue until the position is filled. EOE/AA
