Adjunct Professor of Physics

The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Ave Maria University invites applications for an adjunct professor of physics. The candidate will teach two algebra-based physics labs in the fall of 2024 with the potential to continue teaching in future semesters. Instruction of the lab involves setting up the materials, explaining the relevant physics concepts, guiding students in completion of the content, and grading lab reports. A master’s degree or doctorate in physics or a related discipline is desired. For questions about the position, contact Daniel Sadasiivan at Daniel.sadasivan@avemaria.edu .

The Department offers undergraduate degrees inphysics and biochemistry and a minor in engineering. The department has facilities with a large amount of equipment including a 400MHz NMR spectrometer, spectroscopic and chromatic instruments , thermal analytical instruments, 3D printers, telescopes, and a mass spectrometers, as well as software such as Labview and Matlab.

The Catholic Faith is the heart and soul of Ave Maria University As such, faculty do not merely teach a single subject but are ministers of the faith. The ideal applicant will be able to further the Catholic mission of the university. For a better understanding of Catholic identity of Ave Maria University, see its guiding document, the papal encyclical Ex Corde Ecclesiae.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate school transcripts. To be considered all documents in support of your application must be submitted. Electronic applications should be uploaded at https://www.avemaria.edu/humanresources/employment-opportunities/. Click on the link under the position, the Apply Tab, First Time User? – Register Now tab, and once registered you can upload your application materials. Please address your cover letter to Ave Maria University Physics Faculty Search Committee and attach that with all the above requested application materials. If you need assistance with submitting application materials, please contact Jeimy.Ruiz@avemaria.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.