JOB TITLE:  Assistant or Associate Professor of Physics

JOB CODE NUMBER:  320021

The University of the Virgin Islands is a Historically Black publicly supported land-grant institution. UVI is seeking faculty who will ensure that students meet high academic standards in a nurturing and learner-centered environment in keeping with our HBCU status and with interests, experience and expertise in curriculum innovation, interdisciplinary studies and distance education, as well as teaching and scholarly excellence in their specialties. In addition, academic programs support our land grant designation by integrating instruction with research and community service. Appointees must be able to work productively with students and colleagues of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.  Appointee will be expected to carry out normal faculty responsibilities including committee assignments and student advisement.

The Science and Mathematics Division is seeking candidates who will teach a minimum of 24 credit hours per academic year at the undergraduate level in the following position:

Assistant or Associate Professor of Physics: The Science and Math Division are seeking candidates for a full time tenure track position in Astronomy.  UVI offers a unique opportunity for a motivated astronomer to take a leadership role in the management of the University’s Etelmann House Observatory.  Individuals with experience in working with a small remote observatory are encouraged to apply.  Qualifications and requirements include a PhD. in Astronomy or a related field.    Experience in teaching general education science is desirable.  The primary teaching responsibilities of the candidate may include astronomy, physics, and general education science courses.  Additional expectations of all faculty include participation in University committees and continued professional achievement.  Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level, adaptability and genuine interest in teaching at the undergraduate level are important assets.

Employment will begin on August 13, 2008.

Rank and compensation will be based on academic preparation, teaching and practical experience. Benefits include a generous TIAA/CREFF or Virgin Islands Government Retirement Plan, as well as a comprehensive group medical and dental insurance plan.

If applicable, economy airfare to St. Thomas for the appointee and immediate family, and shipping allowance of up to $1,250 will be paid by the University upon presentation of receipts.

In order to be considered please submit an employment application, curriculum vitae, transcript(s) from an accredited institution(s), and the name, address, telephone number, and email address of three references to: Human Resources Department, University of the Virgin Islands, #2 John Brewer’s Bay, St. Thomas, V.I. 00802-9990 or email hrweb@uvi.edu with a copy to aparr@uvi.edu.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information, please visit us online at http://hrweb.uvi.edu.

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