Colorado Mesa University
Assistant Professor of Physics
CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO · Full-time
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About the role
- ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY ABOUT THIS POSITION Summary: Colorado Mesa University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physics in the Physics Program.
- This is a full-time, tenure-track position starting the Fall 2027 semester.
- The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate and work collaboratively and collegially with colleagues.
- Minimum Qualifications Required:
Nice to have
- Enthusiasm for teaching all introductory physics and astronomy classes.
- Enthusiasm for teaching Electronics for Scientists, Intermediate Laboratory, and/or Advanced Laboratory.
- Research interests that diversify the research of current CMU physics faculty.
- Postdoctoral teaching and/or research experience.
- Statement of teaching interests
- listing previous teaching experience and courses, examples of classroom techniques, future approaches for effective teaching, and teaching interests including physics courses offered at CMU.
- Statement of research interests
- listing research interests and experience, potential projects that involve undergraduates, and approximate budget.
Compensation
- $63,000-$68,000 Commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits
- Effectiveness in teaching and creating a positive learning environment.
- Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
- Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.
- Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.
- You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body.
- To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email.
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