Assistant Professor of Physics and Engineering

Ball State University

Muncie, IN

Job posting number: #7283783 (Ref:BSU45073)

Posted: October 1, 2024

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

The Department of Physics & Astronomy has a Tenure-track position available beginning August 2025. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in physics and introductory engineering, as well as graduate courses in physics relevant to the candidate’s interest and experience. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to have a background in experimental physics or engineering, and will seek external funding, supervise students on research projects, and participate in service activities appropriate for a tenure-track position.

The department of Physics & Astronomy invites applications from individuals who can contribute through their research, teaching, and service to the growth of our department.

Job Function:

The Department of Physics & Astronomy has a Tenure-track position available beginning August 2025. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in physics and introductory engineering, as well as graduate courses in physics relevant to the candidate’s interest and experience. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to have a background in experimental physics or engineering, and will seek external funding, supervise students on research projects, and participate in service activities appropriate for a tenure-track position.

Minimum Experience:

Earned Ph.D. in Physics or Engineering from an accredited institution, completed by date of appointment. Eight months teaching experience at the college level, gained concurrently, or at any time. Effective communication skills in both the classroom and laboratory setting.

Preferred Experience:

Three or more years of successful post-secondary teaching experience. Record of acquisition of external grants and scholarly publications.


At Ball State University, we recognize inclusive excellence as an integral endeavor to fulfill our University’s mission and our strategic plan. We recruit, support, and retain a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and reward diversity of thought. We promote a work environment that encourages and rewards innovation and creativity. We pledge to keep Inclusive Excellence at the highest level of institutional importance and as a foundation in all that we strive to do. Our over-arching goal for Inclusive Excellence is to adopt a university-wide Inclusive Excellence approach to academic, administrative support, and service functions of the university. We believe Inclusive Excellence must be infused in every step we take.


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Job posting number:#7283783 (Ref:BSU45073)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Ball State University
Muncie,Indiana
United States
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