Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor - Engineering Physics

Location
Lakeland, Florida
Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Posted
Oct 09, 2023
Posting live until
Dec 08, 2023

Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor

Engineering Physics

SUMMARY OF POSITION ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Department of Engineering Physics at the Florida Polytechnic University is seeking applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.

Assistant Professor candidates should possess:

  • a commitment to teaching that supports undergraduates at all levels in the curriculum, the ability to mentor engineering physics majors, and theoretical or experimental expertise in physics that complements our current faculty research interests (in astrophysics, computational physics, condensed matter, nuclear physics, and optics).

Associate Professor or Professor candidates should possess:

  • broad teaching experience that has supported undergraduates, a demonstrated commitment to teaching physics at all undergraduate levels, a history of successfully mentoring undergraduates in physics, and recognized experience in theoretical or experimental physics research that complements our current faculty research interests (in astrophysics, computational physics, condensed matter, nuclear physics, and optics).

The appointment will begin on August 15, 2024; appointments as early as January of 2024 will be considered where appropriate.

The Department of Engineering Physics at Florida Polytechnic University offers a program in Engineering Physics, that began in the fall of 2019. We anticipate graduating our first full cohort of approximately 10 majors this spring. The degree program consists of required core physics and core engineering courses, a sequence of design courses, electives in both engineering and physics, and supplemental course work in mathematics and computer science. The department plans for an ABET-EAC evaluation in approximately two years.

This position is part of a strategic expansion of the university that will add at least two faculty to the current six full-time faculty members within the department.  As a part of this faculty expansion, the department will be placing special emphasis on Physics 1 & 2 instruction, improving the department’s core degree offerings, and extending the department’s research presence. 

Applicants must demonstrate commitment to teaching and teaching excellence in support of the department’s degree program as well as entry-level courses such as Physics 1 & 2.  Individuals must be prepared to establish a personal research presence based upon participation in extramural funding efforts, publication of research results in leading scientific journals of their discipline, and supervision of undergraduate students.  Candidates are expected to assist in the broader educational mission of the university.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

  • Ph.D. in Physics, or a closely related field, where the degree must be complete before a candidate’s starting date.
  • Associate or Professor: Six years of experience as a faculty member or as an independent, post terminal degree researcher.  Evidence of effective teaching, particularly at the undergraduate level.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Prior teaching and relevant research or industry experience.
  • Capacity to teach successfully, particularly at the undergraduate level.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research that can be externally funded.
  • Participation in professional activities and organizations.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with broad campus community.
  • Associate Professor or Professor:
    • Broad teaching and relevant research or industry experience.
    • Experience in the design of courses.  
    • Experience with students’ academic advising and mentoring.
    • Productive research activity that has been externally funded.
    • A track record of consistent participation in institution-wide service, professional activities, and organizations.
    • Prior professional experience with progressive increases in responsibility.

A track record of consistent participation in institution-wide service, professional activities, and organizations. Prior professional experience with progressive increases in responsibility.

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:  

  • 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

ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System.  The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission. 

Florida Poly does not have a traditional tenure system. Faculty are employed via renewable, term defined appointments, codified in a collective bargaining agreement, that substantially mirrors tenure systems with reappointment and progression in rank upon completion of a significant review of accomplishments.

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

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