Visiting Assistant Professor Physics & Astronomy

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Bucknell University's Department of Physics & Astronomy invites interested candidates to apply for a position as a Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2025-26 academic year, beginning in August 2025. A commitment to teaching excellence is essential, and the annual teaching load is six courses or their equivalent over two semesters. By the position's start date, candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or be ABD in physics, astronomy, or a related field.

Bucknell University values a commitment to inclusive student-oriented pedagogy and attention to the experiences of students from marginalized groups. We seek candidates committed to Bucknell's efforts to create a climate that fosters the growth and development of a diverse student body, and we welcome applications from members of groups historically underrepresented in higher education.

Bucknell University is a private, highly selective, unique national University where liberal arts and strong professional programs in engineering, business, education, and music complement each other. The Department of Physics & Astronomy is an entirely undergraduate department with 14 tenured and tenure track faculty and support provided by a lab coordinator, an administrative assistant, and a tech support staff. Typically, 8-12 physics majors graduate per year, and our introductory courses are taken by students majoring in all math and science disciplines, all of the students in the College of Engineering, and students from all majors in a liberal arts environment.

For additional information and to apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6012825. The application should include a cover letter, C.V., a statement of teaching philosophy, and any other relevant materials. Candidates that progress through the interview process will be asked to submit contact information for three references so that we may obtain confidential letters of reference.

Questions about the position should be emailed to Professor Ben Vollmayr-Lee at mailto:[email protected]. The review of applications will begin on February 28, 2025, and continue until filled.