RIT Instructional Faculty
By admin • Feb 10th, 2012 • Category: Physics
R*I*T
FACULTY POSITION POSTING FORM
Rochester Institute of Technology, E. Philip
Saunders College of Business
Job Title/Rank: Instructional Faculty/ Lecturer
PC#: 9407 IRC#55979
Department: Physics
Job
Category: Faculty, Non- Tenure Track
Starting Date: March 1, 2012
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
The Rochester Institute of Technology Department of Physics invites
applications for one faculty position at the rank of Lecturer. This Lecturer position is a
non-tenure track appointment for the upcoming spring quarter. Applicants must be available on
approximately March 1, 2012. The position may be renewed for the full 2012-13 academic
year.
The primary responsibility of the position is teaching introductory physics in an activity-based,
workshop format.
We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community
committed to Student Centeredness; Professional Development and Scholarship; 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 statement of diversity.
THE COLLEGE
RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented,
ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds-and from 50 states and more than 95
countries-have chosen to attend RIT. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a
privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges and institutes emphasizing career
education and experiential learning. With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 3,000 graduate
students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation. RIT offers a rich array of
degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National
Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education’s in
their “Great Colleges to Work For” list for three consecutive years.
Rochester, located on Lake Ontario, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third
largest city in New York State. The Greater Rochester region, which is home to nearly one million
people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of 22% African and
Latino Americans and another 7% of international origin. It is also home to the largest deaf
community per capita in the U.S. Rochester ranks 3rd best metropolitan regions for Raising a Family”
by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as “Best Places to Live in America” by Places
Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine’s ranking of metropolitan areas having the best
“Quality of Life in the Nation”; and is among Essence Magazine’s “Top 10 Cities for Black
Families.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
The minimum
qualifications are a PhD in physics or a closely related discipline, experience teaching
introductory physics, and strong communication skills. Candidates must be legally eligible to work
in the United States beginning March 1, 2012 and continuing through the duration of the appointment.
PREFERRED:
Strong preference will be given to those with experience and desire to also teach
lab-based electronics classes. Experience teaching in an interactive environment and familiarity
with current trends in undergraduate physics education are desirable. Research interests compatible
with the Department’s current research activities are also desirable. Ability to contribute in
meaningful ways to the college’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and
individual differences.
How to Apply:
All
application materials must be submitted online at careers.rit.edu/ (search for IRC55979). All application
materials must be submitted as one PDF file that includes a cover letter addressing the listed
qualifications, curriculum vita that clearly describes teaching experience, a statement of
teaching philosophy, any evidence of teaching effectiveness and a list of three current professional
references. Candidates should also arrange to have the three references send letters of support
directly to Chair, Lecturer Search Committee, Department of Physics, Rochester Institute of
Technology, 85Â Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623-5603. The reference letters can be
submitted electronically to PhysSrch [at] rit [dot] edu.
To receive full consideration, all application materials should be received by February 15, 2012.
Email inquiries regarding the position should be sent to PhysSrch [at] rit [dot] edu The Department of Physics web page is located at
www.rit.edu/cos/physics/.
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