Title: F0107 - One Year Term Instructor - Physics

State Role Title: Faculty

Hiring Range: 60,000.00

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: www.nsu.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Physics at Norfolk State University invites applications for a one-year term position at the rank of Instructor. The department offers a BS in physics, an MS in Materials Science, and a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering. The successful candidate will join a cohesive faculty in Physics and will be responsible for full participation in the management and oversight of education and research program offerings for undergraduate and graduate students.

We seek candidates that are broadly trained in the field of physics having the capabilities to teach both introductory level and upper-level physics courses. The department is particularly interested in candidates with experience teaching Introductory Physics and Introductory Physics Laboratory. Application reviews for fall 2024 semester will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.



NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY:
Norfolk State University Norfolk State University is a comprehensive urban public, doctoral granting institution committed to transforming students’ lives through exemplary teaching, research, and service. The University is a top ranked Historically black College and University (HBCU) with nationally recognized STEM programs and enrolls 6,000 students in over thirty undergraduate and nineteen on-line & in-person graduate programs. Norfolk State University garners over $20M in annual grant expenditures, has as an NCAA Division I athletic program with fifteen sports, boasts eleven MEAC conference championships in last three years, and a coveted marching band invitation for participation in the 2023 Rose Parade.

CITY OF NORFOLK:
The home of the largest Naval Base in the world, Norfolk is 1of the 7 cities that make up what is referred to as the Hampton Roads Region, an area that includes Virginia Beach and Colonial Williamsburg. Norfolk has big city amenities and attractions of arts and culture, and cuisines of the Eastern Seaboard. There are numerous and accessible parks, riverfronts, lakes, festivals, and beaches: all favorable for weekend getaways and an easy commute to NSU.

Minimum Qualifications

1. MS or Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field with broad training in physics.
2. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with students from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Considerations

1. Evidence of ability to teach introductory physics and physics laboratory courses.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Norfolk State University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a diversity statement that reflects their commitment to diversity and inclusion and details their experience working in diversity initiatives and/or with students from underrepresented groups.

EEO Statement
NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Application materials should be submitted the Commonwealth of Virginia Jobs Website using the following link https://www.jobs.virginia.gov and include the following materials.
1. State application
2. Cover letter
3. Curriculum vitae
4. Diversity statement
5. Teaching Philosophy

Applicants must also submit three letters of recommendation that should be submitted directly to the Chair of the search committee via email using the information below.

Dr. Doyle Temple, Chair Search Committee, position # -----
Email: datemple@nsu.edu

Contact Information

Name: Norfolk State University

Phone: 757-823-8160

Email: Emailed material not accepted

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.