The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Carleton College is seeking applications for multiple appointments at the Assistant Professor level for the 2023-2024 academic year.  We seek individuals who have recently completed their PhD (or are nearing the completion of their PhD) in physics, astronomy, or related fields with a strong commitment to teach in a liberal-arts environment. The positions will include a combination of courses across our curriculum such as courses in the introductory physics sequence for both majors and non-majors, introductory astronomy, intermediate lab courses (e.g., Electricity & Magnetism), and upper-level labs and electives (e.g., Electronics). We are open to applications from individuals interested in teaching for the full year, or just one or two of Carleton's three 10-week terms (fall, winter, spring). There may be opportunities to involve undergraduate students in research, but it is not required for these positions. Though applicants of any specialty are welcome to apply, we are particularly looking to hire at least one person who can teach introductory astronomy courses that involve working with telescopes and at least one person who can teach intermediate or advanced laboratory courses.

Carleton College is a highly selective liberal arts college with a student body of approximately 2,000. Located in the thriving two-college town of Northfield, Minnesota, it is forty-five miles from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, in easy reach of a vibrant metropolitan area that is home to three million people and rich cultural resources. Our department of 8 faculty strives to provide a challenging and supportive environment for our enthusiastic students who thrive in an intellectually demanding environment. We seek someone who will strengthen our commitment to teaching a diverse student body, and to producing majors who succeed in a variety of careers. We are open to applications from those who may not have taken a traditional path through physics programs. For further information on the department, visit our web site at http://apps.carleton.edu/curricular/physics/.

To apply, complete the online application at careers.carleton.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. The online application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching experience that describes how your experience has influenced your teaching philosophy. Your Cover Letter should clearly state whether you are interested in a full-time position or a part-time position including which terms you would be available (start and end dates for each term can be found at https://www.carleton.edu/registrar/calendars/academic-calendars/). Your teaching statement should address how you will contribute to a college community that holds as one of its core values a commitment to welcoming and treating all people with dignity and respect.  In addition, you will be asked to submit contact information for three individuals who will be contacted to submit formal letters of recommendation if you advance to the phone interview stage.

Carleton is committed to developing its faculty to better reflect the diversity of our student body and American society. Individuals whose identities are underrepresented in physics are strongly encouraged to apply. Carleton College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, veteran status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in providing employment or access to its educational facilities and activities.

About Carleton College

Founded in 1866, Carleton College is a small, private liberal arts college in the historic river town of Northfield, Minnesota. Best known for its academic excellence and warm, welcoming campus community, Carleton offers 37 majors and 15 concentrations in the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.

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