Tenure-Track Physics Professor: Undergrad Teaching & Research

Aquinas College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, MI, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics beginning Fall 2027. The candidate will teach the two-semester introductory physics sequence (including labs) and courses for non-science majors as needed, advise undergraduates, and participate in recruitment and retention efforts while developing an undergraduate-focused research program.

Ph.D. in physics or related field is required; ABD considered.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required (ABD considered).
• Evidence of, or strong potential for, effective undergraduate teaching is expected.
• The successful candidate should also demonstrate the ability to develop a sustainable program of scholarship that can engage undergraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Teach the two-semester introductory physics sequence with lecture and laboratory sections.
• Advise undergraduate students and contribute to recruitment and retention efforts.
• Develop and maintain an undergraduate-focused program of scholarship.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Student advising

Research mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or related field

ABD considered

Job description

Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, MI, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Physics beginning Fall 2027. The candidate will teach the two-semester introductory physics sequence (including labs) and courses for non-science majors as needed, advise undergraduates, and participate in recruitment and retention efforts while developing an undergraduate-focused research program.

Ph.D. in physics or related field is required; ABD considered.