Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor– Engineering Physics

Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor– Engineering Physics

SUMMARY OF POSITION ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Department of Engineering Physics at the Florida Polytechnic University seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor with broad teaching capacity that supports an undergraduate degree in Engineering Physics, commitment to teaching at all levels in the curriculum, and has expertise aligned (Associate Professor or Full – and has demonstrated research track record) with one or more of the following areas: experimental physics, condensed matter physics, energy systems, optics, quantum physics, or solid state devices.

The appointment will be made at the Assistant Professor level and may begin as early as January 2, 2023, but no later than August 14, 2023. For Associate Professor or Professor level, appointment will begin on August 15, 2023. Opportunity for spring 2023 start is also available.

The Department of Engineering Physics at Florida Polytechnic University offers a program in Engineering Physics, newly launched in August 2019. The degree program core consists of a balance between physics, engineering sciences, and engineering design courses. The department is undertaking preliminary self-study processes intended for eventual ABET-EAC evaluation.

This position is part of a strategic expansion of the department that will add approximately three faculty to the current four full time faculty members within the department. As a part of this faculty expansion, the department will be placing special emphasis on Physics 1 & 2 instruction, improving the department's core degree offering and and establishing a research presence, based on faculty research activity, for the department.

Assistant Professor

Applicants must demonstrate commitment to teaching and teaching excellence in support of the department's degree program as well as entry-level courses such as Physics 1 & 2. Individuals must be prepared to establish a personal research presence based upon participation in extramural funding efforts, publication of research results in leading scientific journals of their discipline, and supervision of undergraduate students. Candidates are expected to assist in the broader educational mission of the department.

Associate Professor or Professor

Ideally, applicants will provide evidence of prior success in teaching (both undergraduate and graduate), curriculum development, and research with an established record of independent research productivity and funding, publication history in high quality, peer reviewed journals, and supervision of graduate and/or undergraduate students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
  • Ph.D. in Physics, or closely related field, where the degree must be complete before a candidate's starting date.
  • For Associate Professor or Professor , six years of experience as a faculty member or as an independent researcher.

DESIRED / PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Teaching and/or relevant research/industry experience
  • Evidence of successful teaching, particularly at the undergraduate level
  • Experience in the design of courses and academic programs.
  • Experience with students' academic advising and mentoring
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and interdisciplinary funded applied research.
  • Active participation in professional activities and organizations.
  • Prior professional US experience with progressive increases in responsibility.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse campus community.

For Associate Professor / Professor
  • Significant teaching experience at all levels within undergraduate degree programs.
  • Course and curriculum development expertise.
  • Experience with students' academic mentoring and as a thesis advisor.
  • Funded research experience as a Principal Investigator.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify project opportunities and independently develop proposals that are subsequently funded.

ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission.

Faculty are employed at Florida Poly via renewable, term defined appointments, codified in a collective bargaining agreement, that substantially mirrors tenure systems with reappointment and progression in rank upon completion of a significant review of accomplishments.

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University's ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida's High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and home values increasing by approximately 10% over the past year, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE :
  • Positions are open until filled (or recruitment cancelled). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
  • Employment is contingent upon proof of the legal right to work in the United States. This proof must be provided prior to employment at the University. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.


APPLICATION PROCESS : All Applicants are required to submit the following in PDF format to the Florida Polytechnic Careers Website:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Research Interests
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • List of at least 3 professional references (names and contact information)
  • Unofficial copy of the Ph.D./M.Sc. transcript


This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.