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Tenure- Track Assistant Professor of Physics
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A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.
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Tenure- Track Assistant Professor of Physics Location Hillsdale, Michigan Open Date Sep 04, 2026 Description Applications are invited for a tenure-track assistant professor position that starts in August 2027. A commitment to teaching both physics majors and undergraduate non-majors is essential. The Physics Department is well equipped and has 19,000 sq. ft. of floor space. Hillsdale College is a small (1500 students), fiercely independent Christian liberal arts college dedicated to the perpetuation of freedom through serious learning and moral formation. It is committed to the Western intellectual tradition and requires genuine excellence in undergraduate teaching. Salary is competitive with similar schools. Qualifications A Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field is required. Application Instructions Applicants should familiarize themselves with the College's mission statement: https://www.hillsdale.edu/about/mission/ . Send a letter of application that presents (a) evidence of strong undergraduate teaching skills, (b) a discussion of the philosophy behind such teaching, and (c) a detailed response to the Hillsdale College Mission Statement that includes a discussion of the candidate's ability to teach in light of the College's commitments. Applicants should also submit statements on their plans for undergraduate research and professional goals. Copies of college and graduate school transcripts should be submitted. Three letters of reference are required. Electronic submissions welcome. Applications will be reviewed beginning Dec. 1, 2026, until the position is filled. Send application materials to Mrs. Lynn Mitchell, Science Division Secretary, Hillsdale College, 33 E. College St., Hillsdale, MI 49242, dmitchell@hillsdale.edu, (517) 437-7341 X2390, Fax (517) 607-2252. Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Paul Hosmer, Physics Dept. Chair, phosmer@hillsdale.edu , 517-607-2387.