Austin College’s Department of Physics invites applications for a full-time tenure track position in Physics and Astronomy beginning Fall 2014. We seek an enthusiastic individual to help build an exciting program in Astronomy using Austin College’s new Adams Observatory. The successful candidate will have strong commitments to innovative teaching in a liberal arts environment and an active research program involving undergraduates. Teaching responsibilities will include Physics and Astronomy courses at all undergraduate levels, and contributions to college-wide programs. (For additional information see www.austincollege.edu/hr)
A Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or closely related field is required; post-doctoral experience and/or previous teaching experience is highly desirable. Candidates should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, three letters of reference, a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy and a 2-page description of research interests. Submit materials on-line at http://www.austincollege.edu/67500/astronomy/ . References can be submitted directly at http://www.austincollege.edu/67377/reference/. Review of applications begins November 15, 2013 and continues until position is filled. Austin College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.