Assistant Professor of Physics, UC Clermont College

UC Clermont is an open-admissions, regional campus of the University of Cincinnati located in Batavia, Ohio, with an enrollment of approximately 3,000 students. UC Clermont is committed to fostering diversity as well as intellectual, cultural and social development in our community. The College offers a variety of certificates, two-year technical degrees and transfer programs, along with a number of baccalaureate transfer programs.

The University of Cincinnati (UC) - Clermont College Department of Mathematics, Computers, Geology, and Physics invites applications for a tenure-track 9-month Assistant Professor of Physics position beginning fall semester of 2025.

Faculty responsibilities include teaching 12-credit hours per term, typically fall and spring semesters, utilizing both in-person and online modalities. Teaching may also include evening classes. Class sizes generally range from 16-35 students taught to a diverse student population ranging from high school students taking college courses, both traditional and non-traditional students, and a sizable population of first-generation college students. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate education that includes Pre-College, freshmen and sophomore level courses.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach many of the courses taught by the physics faculty. Currently, these courses include Algebra and Calculus-based Physics and their accompanying labs, Physics for Allied Health Professionals, and Introductory Astronomy courses. Additionally, engaging in physics and/or physics education research is required. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in the governance and committee work of the department, college, and university, and potentially develop new physics courses aimed at 1st and 2nd year college students.

Education Requirement

• A doctorate in Physics, Physics Education, or other closely related field
• A minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in Physics.
• Candidates must have doctorate prior to the effective date of the appointment.

Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement

• A minimum of one year of College-level teaching experience, which can comprise graduate school instruction where the candidate is the primary instructor rather than a recitation Teaching Assistant.

• Experience in teaching physics courses in both face-to-face and online environments.
• Evidence of excellence in physics education pedagogy and professional development in their physics discipline.
• Evidence of high-quality instruction and retention of 1st and 2nd year college students.
• Teaching experience with a diverse learner population including first-generation college students.
• A commitment to cultural diversity and inclusive teaching.
• Evidence of service to their department, college, discipline, and community.

UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, who works to bring out the best in our students, faculty and staff to collaborate, create, innovate and compete in a global society. We are seeking individuals who want to be a part of a dynamic team. As part of a complete application, you will be asked to include a statement on how you define team and what makes a team function successfully.

To apply you must go to www.jobs.uc.edu. The completed application must include the following documents. Applications will not be considered if they do not contain the following:

1. A letter expressing interest in and qualifications for the position.
2. A current CV/Resume.
3. A statement of applicant's teaching philosophy, especially as it relates to 1st and 2nd year physics courses and towards students majoring in non-science disciplines.
4. A statement of applicant's professional development and/or scholarship activities and goals.
5. Summaries of available Peer and Student Evaluations.
6. Contact information for three references, two of which should address the candidates teaching credentials.
7. Unofficial copies of academic transcripts (official will be required at time of hire).

Review of applications will begin in December 2024, and remain open until filled. We cannot sponsor this position; therefore, to apply for this position, you must be a US citizen or a valid US green card holder. The American Association of University Professors serves as the collective bargaining agent for full-time faculty; see the Chapter's website (http://aaupuc.org) for details of the bargaining agreement.

Please direct your questions to:

Ms. Nancy Reveal, Program Manager

CC Academic Affairs

4200 Clermont College Drive, Batavia, OH. 45103

E-mail: revealna@ucmail.uc.edu