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The DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY invites applications for a PHYSICS LECTURER beginning in August 2023. We seek applicants who have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The successful applicant will be a vital member of a program that is focused on excellence in teaching, research, and engagement of undergraduate students. The physics and astronomy department is committed to a diverse community and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and women.
Required Qualifications:
We seek applicants with a Ph.D. in physics, astronomy, astrophysics, or a related field who have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education or someone with equivalent educational background.
Position Details:
This lecturer position is a full-time, academic year, renewable position starting in August 2023. This employee will work Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. This position is 1.0 FTE and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including an insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver and wellness program. Salary for this position is $65,000/year commensurate with qualifications.
About the Department of Physics and Astronomy and UM:
We strive to help students focus their physics degree in astronomy and learn about the inner workings of the universe, study computational physics and develop the necessary skills required for computational modeling of physical schools. We offer hands-on learning and exceptional opportunities for undergraduate research students. Our program and faculty are part of a close-knit, supportive program where students get inspired to think big and be their best as they prepare for graduation and life beyond graduation.
The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five PRIORITIES FOR ACTION: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. REFERENCES: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. TESTING: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATE UPON HIRE. SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION.
How to Apply:
PRIORITY APPLICATION DATE: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2022 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.
Please submit the following application materials** via the UM JOBS PORTAL and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.
*Please note, only five (5) attachments allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:
Inquiries about the position may be directed to the department chair at: Andrew.Ware@umontana.edu
*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.
**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
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