Position

Assistant Professor, Chemistry/Physics

Contract Terms

Nine-month, tenure-track position

Position Summary

Teach primarily Methods in Elementary/Middle/Secondary School Science, History of Science & Technology, and Physical Science labs. It is expected the faculty member would be part of the Teacher Education Council working with the College of Education and Human Services.

Essential Functions

1. Teach courses (twelve-hour teaching load per trimester) as described above
2. Engage in a program of high quality research and scholarly activities
3. Advise education students in chemistry and physics, mentor secondary science education students, advise graduate students in science education
4. Serve on department and university committees as assigned
5. Collaborate with districts, schools and teachers to promote science education through research, innovative teaching and outreach programs
6. Other duties as assigned by the department chair

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Ph.D. or ABD in Science Education or related field (must be completed by August 20, 2010)
Experience: Successful science teaching experience in the K-12 setting
Skills: Good classroom management and the ability to develop and deliver instruction that reflects current paradigms in science education; ability to work with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Ph.D. in Science Education or related field
Experience: Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching
Skills: Demonstrated potential for leadership in K-12 science education

Working Conditions

Typical university classroom, office and laboratory conditions

Typical Physical Demands

Ability to complete essential functions in the classroom and laboratory

Community

Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 11,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri and 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri. For more information see: www.maryvillemo.org

University

Northwest Missouri State University is a traditional resident-based campus with total enrollment over 7,000 students. Northwest, a four-time winner of the Missouri Quality Award, is a teaching-focused institution requiring a twelve-hour teaching load per trimester. For more information see: www.nwmissouri.edu

College

Arts & Sciences

Department

Chemistry & Physics

Date Available

August 22, 2010

Application Deadline

November 30, 2009 or until position is filled

Salary

Competitive dependent on qualifications and experience

Application Materials

A complete application consists of: (1) a letter of application describing teaching experience and suitability for the position; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) a copy of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework; (4) a statement of teaching philosophy; and (5) three letters of recommendation (these letters should be sent directly by the reference).

Apply to

Search Committee - Science Ed
Department of Chemistry/Physics
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO  64468
660-562-1388