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Closing Date : Type of Position :

Faculty - Tenure / Tenure Track

Workstudy Position : No

Job Type :

Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

Yes

Institution Name :

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.

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Department :

School of Physical Science

Departments Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Associate Professor in the School of Physical Sciences - Physics Program. We are seeking an accomplished and highly motivated faculty member to contribute to the academic research and service missions of the university. This position offers an exciting opportunity for teaching mentoring and conducting research in a growing and dynamic department. The successful candidate will possess a strong academic background demonstrate a passion for teaching and research and be committed to enhancing the departments impact on both local and national levels. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency / institution policy.

Qualifications :

Required Education and / or Experience :

Ph.D. in Physics with a focus in experimental or theoretical areas of condensed matter physics. All Ph.D. requirements must be completed before employment commences;

Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research publish in high-impact journals and secure external funding;

Experience in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels;

Experience with online or hybrid course delivery is a plus.

Preferred Education and / or Experience :

Demonstrated leadership in collaborative research efforts and student mentorship;

A record of external funding (e.g. from NSF NIH or industry);

Experience with interdisciplinary research;

Familiarity with the use of modern teaching technologies and active learning strategies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Teaching : Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in physical sciences including but not limited to physics chemistry and earth sciences. Foster an engaging inclusive and innovative learning environment;

Research : Maintain a strong active and independent research program in a specific area of physical sciences leading to peer-reviewed publications and external funding. Collaborative interdisciplinary research is encouraged;

Advising and Mentorship : Advise and mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Supervise and guide graduate students in their research projects helping to shape their academic and professional development;

Service : Contribute to program school college and university service including committee work curriculum development and participation in university-wide initiatives. Engage with the broader professional community through conferences workshops and professional organizations;

Outreach : Enhance the Schools visibility by participating in community outreach programs fostering relationships with industry and promoting physical sciences education.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Commitment to inclusive teaching;

Ability to provide effective mentorship;

Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to effectively engage students faculty and external stakeholders.

Additional Information :

Salary Information :

$68500.00

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae List of three Professional References (name email business title) Statement of Research Philosophy Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Dr. Gregory Guisbiers

Associate Professor - STEM

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check and / or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Grasping Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Reaching Repetitive Motion Sitting Standing Talking Walking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion Sitting Talking

Occasional Physical Activity :

Grasping

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1