5643BR

Detailed Job Description

The Rochester Institute of Technology School of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a faculty position anticipated to be at the rank of Visiting Lecturer. The position is a non-tenure track appointment that begins in January 2022, with the possibility of renewal to the next academic year.

The primary responsibility of the position is teaching introductory physics in an activity-based, workshop format. The minimum qualifications are a PhD in physics or a closely related discipline, evidence of effective and successful recent teaching, potential to succeed in an active-learning workshop-style classroom, and strong communication skills. Although not required, experience or strong interest in teaching undergraduate astronomy courses or laboratory-based physics courses are also desirable. Familiarity with current trends in undergraduate physics education is desirable. Opportunities for summer teaching may be available.

We are seeking individuals who have the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to Student Centeredness; Professional Development; Integrity and Ethics; Respect, Diversity and Pluralism; Innovation and Flexibility; and Teamwork and Collaboration. Select to view links to RIT’s core values, honor code, and diversity commitment.

Department/College Description
The School of Physics and Astronomy web page is located at https://www.rit.edu/science/school-physics-and-astronomy

Required Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in physics or closely related discipline
• Evidence of effective and successful recent teaching
• Potential to succeed in an active learning workshop-style classroom
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.

Faculty Type (Tenure Status) – Non-Tenure-Track Visiting

Faculty Rank – Visiting Lecturer

Employment Category– Fulltime

Anticipated Start Date –  01/10/2022

How To Apply
Apply online at will http://careers.rit.edu/faculty Search: 5643BR. Please submit the following: your online application; cover letter addressing the required qualifications for this position; a curriculum vitae, and upload the following attachments:

• Letters of recommendation from 3 references*
• Statement of Diversity Contribution
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

*Candidates should arrange to have their three references send letters of support directly to Chair, Faculty Search Committee, RIT School of Physics & Astronomy. These letters must be submitted to physsrch@rit.edu and must be in PDF format. Inquiries regarding the position may also be sent electronically to physsrch@rit.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately until positions are filled

Additional Details
The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources.RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to your application for employment at RIT, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu.