Tenure-Track Physics Professor for Undergraduate Research

Augustana College; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Disability benefits

Wellness facilities

Job summary

Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, invites applications for an Assistant Professor tenure-track position in Physics beginning in August 2027. The department offers undergraduate programs in Physics, Engineering-Physics, Teaching Physics, and ABET-accredited General Engineering.

The successful candidate will teach courses, develop undergraduate research, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration, service, and the college community. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by August 26, 2027 or ABD considered.
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced classes in physics (including labs).
• Ability to teach upper-level electives in physics or engineering (electronics, advanced lab, experimental design).
• Ability to teach introductory physics for non-majors.
• Development of a research program including undergraduate students.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and labs in physics and related fields.
• Develop an undergraduate research program involving students.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and department service.
• Contribute to the college community and program development.

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering Physics/Physics/Applied Physics/Engineering

ABD considered

Job description

Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, invites applications for an Assistant Professor tenure-track position in Physics beginning in August 2027. The department offers undergraduate programs in Physics, Engineering-Physics, Teaching Physics, and ABET-accredited General Engineering.

The successful candidate will teach courses, develop undergraduate research, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration, service, and the college community. A Ph.D.