SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Undergraduate student work-study assistants

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lecturer-Laboratory Coordinator for Physics is responsible for Introductory Physics laboratory instruction and coordination. As a lecturer, they will teach five sections of the laboratory (Introductory and Physics for Life Sciences) each semester. The coordination responsibilities include managing work-study students who assist in preparing labs, oversight and inventory and maintenance of equipment and documentation for the laboratories.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instructor of five laboratory sections each semester in Introductory Physics
• In collaboration with department faculty, organizes and maintains a safe and clean introductory teaching laboratory and associated equipment area for the Physics department.
• Develops and maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic inventory of associated supplies in the and prepares reports as needed for the department.
• Serves as Physics Department liaison with outside vendors and contractors for teaching lab-equipment and services.
• Responsible for routine care of introductory teaching-lab equipment in the Physics Department.
• Orders supplies in coordination with the administrative assistant for the department.
• Hires, supervises, trains and provides resources to students who may assist in teaching laboratories and maintenance.
• Coordinates with the campus Environmental Health & Safety Officer to ensure faculty, staff, and students maintain safe laboratory practices.

QUALIFICATIONS: An M.S. in Physics or a related field and prior teaching experience in an introductory physics laboratory is required. Experience with classroom teaching of Introductory Physics is preferred. Excellent organizational skills as well as superior interpersonal skills (verbal and written), and an ability and desire to work closely with all constituencies at Moravian including students, faculty and staff. Computer literacy that includes significant experience with Google Docs, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and Microsoft Office is essential.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the online application by clicking “Apply Now”. Please attach documents as a PDF file.

Moravian University will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa for this position.

Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.

Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered at Moravian University

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

*Please visit this link to review the benefit eligibility status associated with this position.

Moravian University offers students a private education they will not find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for life with a record of success longer than our nation's history. Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that blend liberal arts with professional programs, Moravian University has been preparing students for reflective lives, fulfilling careers, and transformative leadership in a world of change since 1742. Moravian University is a member of The New American Colleges and Universities (NAC&U), a national consortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. Visit moravian.edu to learn more about how the Moravian University focus on education for all prepares its students for life-long success.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and encouraging individuals from under-represented populations to apply.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Undergraduate student work-study assistants

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lecturer-Laboratory Coordinator for Physics is responsible for Introductory Physics laboratory instruction and coordination. As a lecturer, they will teach five sections of the laboratory (Introductory and Physics for Life Sciences) each semester. The coordination responsibilities include managing work-study students who assist in preparing labs, oversight and inventory and maintenance of equipment and documentation for the laboratories.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instructor of five laboratory sections each semester in Introductory Physics
• In collaboration with department faculty, organizes and maintains a safe and clean introductory teaching laboratory and associated equipment area for the Physics department.
• Develops and maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic inventory of associated supplies in the and prepares reports as needed for the department.
• Serves as Physics Department liaison with outside vendors and contractors for teaching lab-equipment and services.
• Responsible for routine care of introductory teaching-lab equipment in the Physics Department.
• Orders supplies in coordination with the administrative assistant for the department.
• Hires, supervises, trains and provides resources to students who may assist in teaching laboratories and maintenance.
• Coordinates with the campus Environmental Health & Safety Officer to ensure faculty, staff, and students maintain safe laboratory practices.

QUALIFICATIONS: An M.S. in Physics or a related field and prior teaching experience in an introductory physics laboratory is required. Experience with classroom teaching of Introductory Physics is preferred. Excellent organizational skills as well as superior interpersonal skills (verbal and written), and an ability and desire to work closely with all constituencies at Moravian including students, faculty and staff. Computer literacy that includes significant experience with Google Docs, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and Microsoft Office is essential.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the online application by clicking “Apply Now”. Please attach documents as a PDF file.

Moravian University will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa for this position.

Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.

Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered at Moravian University

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at hr@moravian.edu or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

*Please visit this link to review the benefit eligibility status associated with this position.

Moravian University offers students a private education they will not find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for life with a record of success longer than our nation's history. Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that blend liberal arts with professional programs, Moravian University has been preparing students for reflective lives, fulfilling careers, and transformative leadership in a world of change since 1742. Moravian University is a member of The New American Colleges and Universities (NAC&U), a national consortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. Visit moravian.edu to learn more about how the Moravian University focus on education for all prepares its students for life-long success.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and encouraging individuals from under-represented populations to apply.