Assistant Professor of Physics at Lyman Briggs College, Michigan State University


Michigan State University Lyman Briggs College Assistant Professor of Physics Michigan State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of physics beginning fall 2008 with a joint appointment in the Lyman Briggs College (LBC) (75%) and either the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural Science (PHY) or the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory (NSCL) (25%). Candidates must have a PhD in physics or astronomy. Preference will be given to applicants with postdoctoral teaching and research experience, and especially to those who are passionate about working with undergraduates. Duties include teaching a calculus-based physics for science majors in the LBC Physics Program, teaching one course (typically at the upper undergraduate or graduate level) in the Department of Physics and Astronomy if jointly appointed there, and maintaining an active research program. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Founded in 1967, Lyman Briggs College is a vibrant undergraduate, residential college focusing on the study of science and its impact on society. The LBC curriculum integrates its natural and physical sciences and mathematics courses with courses in the History, Philosophy, and Sociology of Science. The joint appointment with the Department of Physics and Astronomy or the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory will add to MSU’s investment in increasing cross-college collaboration. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is looking for candidates who will conduct a vigorous research program. Research in all areas of physics and astronomy will be considered; current research areas in the department include acoustics, astronomy and astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics, and physics education. Successful candidates will have experience with or demonstrate potential for securing outside funding. The NSCL is looking for candidates who will play a leadership role in nuclear science research, and contribute to NSCL’s educational programs. A complete application package consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement and portfolio, statement of research interests, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation (sent under separate cover). Complete applications should be received by December 1, 2007; later applications may be considered. This material should be sent to: Physics Search Committee Lyman Briggs College 28 East Holmes Hall Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48825-1107 For further information, contact Ms. Kathie Ellis at (517) 353-6486 or ellisk@msu.edu. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Michigan State University
Lyman Briggs College
Assistant Professor of Physics

Michigan State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of physics beginning fall 2008 with a joint appointment in the Lyman Briggs College (LBC) (75%) and either the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural Science (PHY) or the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory (NSCL) (25%).

Candidates must have a PhD in physics or astronomy. Preference will be given to applicants with postdoctoral teaching and research experience, and especially to those who are passionate about working with undergraduates. Duties include teaching a calculus-based physics for science majors in the LBC Physics Program, teaching one course (typically at the upper undergraduate or graduate level) in the Department of Physics and Astronomy if jointly appointed there, and maintaining an active research program. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Founded in 1967, Lyman Briggs College is a vibrant undergraduate, residential college focusing on the study of science and its impact on society. The LBC curriculum integrates its natural and physical sciences and mathematics courses with courses in the History, Philosophy, and Sociology of Science.

The joint appointment with the Department of Physics and Astronomy or the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory will add to MSU’s investment in increasing cross-college collaboration. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is looking for candidates who will conduct a vigorous research program. Research in all areas of physics and astronomy will be considered; current research areas in the department include acoustics, astronomy and astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics, and physics education. Successful candidates will have experience with or demonstrate potential for securing outside funding. The NSCL is looking for candidates who will play a leadership role in nuclear science research, and contribute to NSCL’s educational programs.

A complete application package consists of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement and portfolio, statement of research interests, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation (sent under separate cover). Complete applications should be received by December 1, 2007; later applications may be considered. This material should be sent to:

Physics Search Committee
Lyman Briggs College
28 East Holmes Hall
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48825-1107

For further information, contact Ms. Kathie Ellis at (517) 353-6486 or ellisk@msu.edu.

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.