Research Assistant Professor-PHYSICS

Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?
Yes

Hours of Work
TBA

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number
TSU203166

Official TSU Title
Research Assistant Professor-PHYSICS

Grant Title
Research Assistant Professor-PHYSICS

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

JOB SUMMARY :
The Department of Physics and the Division of Research and Innovation at Texas Southern University ( TSU ) invites applicants for a 12-month tenure-track faculty position in the Assistant Professor level. The position is an external grant funded position and can potentially have a joint appointment with the Physics Department at Brookhaven National Lab ( BNL ), which is focused on high-energy physics and nuclear physics. The joint position between TSU and BNL will begin Fall 2024 and leverage the MOU between the two institutions.

Application review will begin soon and continue until the position is filled. Outstanding candidates from all areas of Physics will be considered. We especially encourage applications from candidates working in the areas of Astrophysics, Atmospheric Physics, Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics, Biophysics, Computational Physics, Nuclear Physics, High Energy Physics, Health Physics, or closely related fields. The new faculty member will be expected to carry out a vigorous, externally funded research program including research projects for undergraduate and graduate students, advise students, and participate fully in the teaching program of the department.

In addition to ensure the faculty member has ample time to conduct scholarly activities, the teaching load will be reduced by 50% for the first three years of the appointment. At the end of the grant funding, the successful candidate’s 9-month salary will be supported by the institution. It is expected that faculty will seek and receive extramural research funding for summer salary.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :
Successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in scholarly research and teaching. Responsibilities will include conducting rigorous academic research and contribute to a dynamic faculty team in the development of a new doctoral Physics program at TSU . The work distribution will be approximately 50% research, 40% teaching, and 10% service for the first three years of the appointment.

This is a Grant Funded position.

Essential Duties Summary

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Develop and maintain a funded research program in physics
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Involve undergraduate and graduate students in research projects
• Develop curriculum content
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to implement departmental programs
• Provide service to the department, college, university, public schools, and community

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience.

Education

Education: Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Required Licensing/Certification

None required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Current software used in teaching, research, and presentation.
• Policies, procedure, and practices in workplace and laboratory settings.

Skill in:

• Commitment to high quality teaching and scholarly activity.
• Strong intrapersonal, written, and verbal communication.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Successfully teach courses in various medium (traditional, hybrid, or online) as per department’s requirement.

Ability to:

• Teach effectively to a diverse student body.
• Hold office hours for students to mentor and advice on academic progression.
• Participate in department/school and university activities requiring faculty presence.
• Maintain involvement in appropriate professional organizations.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the department

Work Experience

Experience: Demonstrated experience conducting physics research.

Preferred Experience:

• Two or more years of postdoctoral research experience
• A record of impactful physics publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Experience or high potential in teaching in an active learning environment with innovative teaching strategies.
• Experience in writing competitive funding proposals
• Experience or high potential in developing and maintaining a funded research program
• Experience or high potential in mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students
• Experience or high potential in fostering a sense of belonging for all students, including traditionally underrepresented populations in STEM
• Experience or high potential in recruitment and retention of undergraduate and graduate students
• Drive to excel in teaching, research, and service
• Collegiality, humility, and welcoming of feedback

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Routine office environment, sitting or standing in one location much of the time
• Handling light weight objects
• Using or carrying equipment
• Traveling to Brookhaven National Lab and professional conferences is expected. The faculty hire may need to travel internationally to participate on a research project(s) as well. (~ 20%)

Desired start date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field from an accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have demonstrated experience conducting physics research?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have two or more years of postdoctoral research experience?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have a record of impactful physics publications in peer-reviewed journals?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have experience in writing competitive funding proposals?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3