Assistant Professor of Physics Tenure-track at Hanover College in Hanover, Indiana

Job Description:

The Hanover College Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a tenure-track position in Physicsstart August 2025. We seek a dynamic and dedicated individual who is passionate about teaching and committed to engaging a diverse undergraduate population in a liberal arts setting. A Ph.D. in Physics or closely adjacent field (e.g., Physical Chemistry, Engineering Physics, Astronomy);A.B.D. will be considered, but degree must be earned prior to the start date. Other required qualifications include demonstrated excellence in teaching physics at the undergraduate level, the ability to teach a wide variety of undergraduate courses typically, and the ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching a wide range of undergraduate courses in physics and/or astronomy, including introductory laboratories.
• Implementing inclusive pedagogical approaches that foster active learning and critical thinking.
• Mentoring undergraduate students in academic pursuits.
• Representing the department at on-campus Admission events.
• Contributing to the academic community through participation in departmental and college-wide efforts.

To Apply

Applications received by November 15, 2024 will be assured of full consideration. Electronic applications should include application letter, curriculum vita, statements of teaching and research interest with focus on undergraduate involvement, contact information for three professional references, and copies of transcripts. Applicants are invited to submit any additional, relevant documentation to further aid the search committee. Questions may be addressed to Dr. Gregory Robison, Chair, Physics Search atfacultysearch@hanover.edu. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. To apply and upload documents, visithttps://hanover.hirecentric.com/jobsearch/. For more information, seehttps://www.hanover.edu/about/employment.

About the Department

In addition to the Physics major, the department traditionally serves students from Engineering, Chemistry, and Biochemistry. Furthermore, the department interacts with many non-science majors via its regular offering of astronomy courses (one per term). We are interested in candidates who will contribute to the intellectual vibrancy of our academic community through their teaching, research, and service, and who are committed to working effectively with an academically diverse student population.

About Hanover College

Hanover College is a premier, nationally recognized liberal arts institution that has core strengths in the natural and life sciences, education, and business. Founded in 1827, Hanover is Indiana's oldest private, four-year college and sits on a beautiful 650-acre campus overlooking the Ohio River. Hanover's 1200 undergraduate and graduate students participate in a distinctive intellectual, challenging, and supportive community whose members value transformative learning, meaningful service, and lifelong inquiry. The College's students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and lives and nurtured to develop each individual's unique abilities to their highest level. Hanover is situated just west of historic Madison, IN. Once a major river port for the state, Madison (population 12,000) has maintained its sense of 19th century heritage with 133 city blocks on the National Register of Historic Places, designating it as the state's largest historic district. In 2024,Historic Madison Indiana was named #1 Small Town in the Midwest by USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards

Hanover College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse college environment. The students, faculty, staff, and trustees of Hanover College are committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus so that all feel welcome to seek academic, personal, and moral growth within a community that is safe, challenging, and responsive. We embrace diversity in recruiting and retaining students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds regardless of age, race, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, marital status, political viewpoint, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We recognize that our definition of diversity must be inclusive, porous in its boundaries and ever evolving, changing as our campus, our society, and our vision of the world changes. It must also create a safe space for the discussion and debate of well-reasoned, thoughtful, and constructive ideas of all kinds. We strive to practice respect, compassion, and understanding for one another, so that all may participate in the open and free exchange of ideas necessary for a meaningful education and a successful democracy.

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