"Assistant Professor of Physics"

Assistant Professor of Physics

Company: Saginaw Valley State University

Job Location: University Center, 48710

Category: Physics

Type: Full-Time

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Physics

Full or Part Time: Full time

Hours: 40

Exempt: Yes

Supervisory Org: Physics (PM)

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Department of Physics at Saginaw Valley State University invites a diverse pool of applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin July 1, 2026. We seek a collaborative individual showing potential for excellent undergraduate teaching across the physics curriculum and research goals commensurate with a primarily undergraduate institution focused on preparing students for careers after a bachelor's degree. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate support for and receive support from other physics department members, in our mission to serve undergraduate students. Area of research specialization is open.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. (or ABD) in physics or a closely related field is required.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Application materials must include the following documents: (1) cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy that incorporates undergraduate engagement, (4) statement of research interests involving undergraduate students, and (5) contact information for at least three professional references.

Inquiries regarding this position should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Kavi Senanayake ksenanay@svsu.edu.

About SVSU:

Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For eight consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" (2016-2023).

SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.

SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students' performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels.

More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2023). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website www.svsu.edu.