Open Rank Physics, Biophysics

Job Description Summary   

The Department of Natural Sciences at Florida Polytechnic University seeks candidates for one or two faculty positions in the area of biological physics at the Assistant Professor or higher level to begin on August 15, 2020. All areas of experimental and theoretical biological physics including the biological processes that range in scale from the sub-molecular (studying the interplay of the inter-atomic forces that give proteins their particular shape, motion and function) to the systems level (studying the concerted activity of neural and genetic circuits) will be considered.
The Department of Natural Sciences at Florida Polytechnic University has embarked on a new degree program in Engineering Physics that opened in August 2019. This new undergraduate program provides the nexus of Florida Polytechnic University-wide activities in engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology and anticipates close collaborations between faculties in many of our academic programs.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to develop a highly successful teaching and research program, attract independent research funding, publish the results of their research studies in leading scientific journals of their discipline, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and to teach effectively at both the graduate and undergraduate level courses. In addition, the candidates are expected to assist in the education mission of the department and to provide whatever academic service is requested to by the Chair of the Department and/or Director of the Sciences, Arts and Mathematics.   

Job Description   

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the institution and related academic units;
• Be willing to teach at times and places necessary to meet student needs;
• Be willing to adopt innovative teaching methods and delivery as appropriate;
• Possess the knowledge, talents and skills in the discipline to promote effective teaching;
• Demonstrate respect for the diverse learning needs of students;
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement curriculum objectives and content for courses offered and taught in one’s curriculum area;
• Demand and maintain high standards and expectations for all students;
• Implement teaching activities and a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures, and resources including application of technology;
• Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate for each course;
• Use multiple measures to assess student learning on a regular basis and provide frequent feedback to students relative to their performance;
• Be available and knowledgeable and demonstrate proficiency in the practice of academic advisement of students;
• Conduct appropriate research and scholarly/creative activity within the discipline;
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development and growth by being suitably active in professional and community service;
• Exhibit motivation and initiative in keeping up-to-date and current in one’s curriculum area by reading/reviewing current scholarly or creative works in their field and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and development activities sponsored by the University;
• Serve effectively on committees and other appropriate functions that assist in University governance.

Essential Functions

Duties include teaching undergraduate physics, engineering, and astrophysics classes at both the lower- and upper-level;

• Maintaining an active research program with undergraduate students;
• Participating in professional service;
• Course load may include service courses for students in other science disciplines and/or non-science majors;
• Active support of the achievement of departmental goals is also expected.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Biophysics, or closely related field
• Credentials by degree and/or experience to support delivery of core courses in the department

DESIRED / PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching and/or relevant research/industry experience
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and interdisciplinary funded applied research.
• Experience in curriculum delivery and development
• Experience with students’ academic mentoring
• Experience in program assessment and execution of a continuous improvement plan.
• Experience in serving on various department, college or university committees.
• Active participation in professional activities and organizations.
• Prior professional US experience with progressive responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse campus community.

EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: 

• Commensurate with experience and qualifications

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: 

• Positions are open until filled (or recruitment cancelled). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

• Employment is contingent upon proof of the legal right to work in the United States. This proof must be provided prior to employment at the University. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All Applicants are required to submit the following in PDF format to the Florida Polytechnic Careers Website:   https://floridapoly.edu/about/careers/careersportal

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research Interests
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• List of at least 3 professional references (names and contact information)
• Unofficial copy of the Ph.D./M.Sc. transcript

 Special Instructions Regarding Attachments:

Required attachments are listed on each posting.   Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered. 

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. 

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.    

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.