Engineering a world of possibilities Teaching Assistant Professor,Department of Physics

　　The OpportunityThe Physics Department at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) invitesapplications for a teaching assistant professor to participate in the deliveryof our introductory sequence and core curriculum. The Department of Physicsoffers an ABET-accredited undergraduate degree in Engineering Physics, aswell as MS and PhD degrees. The program typically graduates between 50 and 70majors per year. The department encourages and supports innovation in teachingand learning and has developed effective methods of instruction at theintroductory and advanced levels. The successful candidate will become part ofthe departmental faculty team, which currently consists of seven full-timeteaching faculty and seventeen tenure/tenure-track faculty. The teachingfaculty team has primary responsibility for delivering the two-semesterintroductory calculus-based physics sequence using a hybrid-studio approach,and is also invited to deliver courses in the undergraduate and graduatephysics core curricula. We are looking for the successful candidate to startin August 2024. Appointment at a higher rank (Teaching Associate Professoror Teaching Professor) may be possible for an exceptionally qualifiedindividua

　　ResponsibilitiesIn the introductory studio, faculty work with graduate and undergraduateteaching assistants to coach students through a combination of hands-onactivities, problem-solving practice, and other computer-assisted lessons.In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to other parts of theEngineering Physics undergraduate and (Applied) Physics graduate corecurriculum. Other responsibilities include training and supervising teachingassistants, departmental and campus committee service, and advising.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　A doctoral degree in physics or a related field earned by August 2024.

　　Strong commitment to undergraduate education, excellent communicationskills, and the ability to work effectively as a member of a teaching team.

　　A thorough understanding of modern, research-based educational practices.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Demonstrated experience with the delivery of physics courses in theintroductory sequence and in the core curriculum at the undergraduate andgraduate levels using modern, research-vetted teaching practices.

　　Demonstrated potential for and interest in teaching upper-divisionundergraduate lab courses.

　　About Mines and The DepartmentColorado School of Mines is located in Golden, Colorado, in the foothillsof the Rockies, 15 miles west of Denver and 20 miles south of Boulder. Minesis proud to have recently earned Carnegie Classification R1 "Very HighResearch Activity." The Department of Physics is housed in the new CoorsTekCenter for Applied Science and Engineering building, which is at the centerof campus and has several new classrooms that are available to applyinteractive and innovative teaching techniques. The physics faculty areextremely research-active with national and international reputation. Theteaching faculty team is known for driving innovation in teaching throughoutcampus and beyond, and their strong dedication to provide the Mines studentswith unique signature experiences. More information can be found at.

　　Equal OpportunityColorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (includinggender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, maritalstatus, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability,sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or currentmilitary service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against communitymembers for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protecteds

　　Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equalopportuni y and equal access is reflected in the administration of itspolicies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts toachieve a diverse student body and workforce.

　　Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies withfederal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executiveorders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (includingharassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to addresspotential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

　　Pay RangeMines is offering an academic year salary rate of:

　　Teaching Assistant Professor: $72,500 - $80,000Teaching Associate Professor: $86,500 - $92,750Teaching Professor: $95,500 - $108,000

　　Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education,training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity,the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, andexternal market and internal value when determining a salary level forpotential new employees.

　　Total RewardsMines is proud to provide exceptional benefits that include pay, health &wellness and work/life balance offerings. Our portfolio of benefits includesmedical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending