Description
The Department of Physics at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in astronomy or planetary sciences. The successful candidate should have a proven track record of research in their respective area and is expected to attract extramural research funding, publish scholarly articles, and teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The successful candidate will also be expected to oversee the department’s Mendenhall Observatory and coordinate outreach activity at the site (https://physics.okstate.edu/research/mendenhall-observatory).
OSU is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty (currently 25% of the Physics Department faculty are from underrepresented groups). The Department of Physics welcomes applications from outstanding candidates, who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the Physics Department. A Ph.D. in Physics or an allied field is required as well as the promise of excellence in teaching and the ability to mentor underrepresented students.
An appointment at the Assistant Professor level is expected with a start date of August 17, 2021. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, brief statements of research plans and teaching plans, and a cover letter, and arrange for three letters of recommendation. All these are to be uploaded to Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/77415). Review of applications will begin on January 4, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. All positions are contingent upon available funding. Any questions should be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Joe Haley ([email protected]).
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu
Qualifications
The successful candidate should have a proven track record of research in their respective area and is expected to attract extramural research funding, publish scholarly articles, and teach effectively at the graduate and undergraduate levels. The successful candidate will also be expected to oversee the department’s Mendenhall Observatory and coordinate outreach activity at the site (https://physics.okstate.edu/research/mendenhall-observatory).
The Department of Physics welcomes applications from outstanding candidates, who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the Physics Department. A Ph.D. in Physics or an allied field is required as well as the promise of excellence in teaching and the ability to mentor underrepresented students.
Application Instructions
Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, brief statements of research plans and teaching plans, and a cover letter, and arrange for three letters of recommendation. All these are to be uploaded to Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/77415). Review of applications will begin on January 4, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. All positions are contingent upon available funding. Any questions should be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Joe Haley ([email protected]).