Tenure-Track Physics & Astronomy Faculty

UW-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

UW-Whitewater invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Physics. The successful candidate will teach a 24-credit load of astronomy and physics courses, supervise laboratories, and mentor undergraduate researchers.

Required is a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy by start date (Aug 2027); ABDs may apply with a plan to complete. Preference for teaching excellence, experience with Canvas, and a strong scholarly record.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Physics or Astronomy by the time of appointment.
• ABD candidates may apply but must complete degree by contract start date (Aug 2027) or accept one-year contract if degree is not completed by Jan 2028.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a 24-credit teaching load per academic year across introductory astronomy/physics, upper-level physics, and labs.
• Maintain at least five office hours weekly for student support and advising.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment; engage undergraduates in research.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service and outreach.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Canvas experience

Scholarly achievement

Undergraduate mentoring

Education

PhD in Physics or Astronomy

Tools

Canvas

Job description

UW-Whitewater invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Physics. The successful candidate will teach a 24-credit load of astronomy and physics courses, supervise laboratories, and mentor undergraduate researchers.

Required is a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy by start date (Aug 2027); ABDs may apply with a plan to complete. Preference for teaching excellence, experience with Canvas, and a strong scholarly record.