The Ohio State University Physics Department invites applications for up to three new Lecturer positions beginning August 15, 2023.   The position is full-time (9 or 12 month) with benefits and is initially a one-year appointment with the expectation that the position is renewable for continued 3-year appointments at the discretion of the department chair. The anticipated salary begins at $51,300 but may be higher depending on instructional assignments, and there is the longer-term possibility of promotion to Senior Lecturer.

OSU has recently been awarded an HHMI grant to improve STEM educational equity, and the Physics Department is committed to the process of substantially improving its instructional and assessment approaches. Central to our effort is the development and implementation of evidence-based, inclusive practices. Lecturers will be part of a dynamic team focused on these efforts. Responsibilities will include teaching, TA training, and collaboration on development, innovation, implementation, and assessment of instructional materials and practices.  The department has a well-regarded Physics Education Research group that is actively engaged in this effort.

Applications must include a CV, teaching statement and relevant teaching evaluations, combined into a single PDF. The teaching statement should describe a summary of knowledge and experience in evidence-based teaching practices and Physics Education Research (PER), including issues of equity.  Applicants with a PhD in PER and/or significant work in PER are preferred. Applications may be completed at https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Lecturer_R44274-1 and questions directed to Andrew Heckler, at heckler.6@osu.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Requirements for this position:

• Masters degree in Physics or closely related field (PhD in Physics preferred)
• Demonstrated experience working in with instructional teams which include faculty, graduate students, undergraduates, and staff developing and implementing evidence-based instructional materials and methods.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching introductory physics courses using evidence-based instructional materials and methods.
• Demonstrated experience with and commitment to equitable, inclusive teaching of students who are diverse in background, interests, identity, and goals.
• Experience or expertise in Physics Education Research is preferred.

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