Visiting Assistant Professor in Physics
Company: Davidson College
Location: Davidson
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Davidson College invites applications for a two-year
position at the level of Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics
starting July 1, 2026. We seek a physicist whose teaching practice
is designed to reach students from all backgrounds and who will
primarily teach our introductory studio (combined lecture and
laboratory) physics courses. Depending on interest and experience,
teaching an advanced course or a course in our first-year writing
program is possible. The college teaching expectation is five
classes per year. Candidates should be highly committed to
excellence in teaching undergraduates. While this is primarily a
teaching position, the ability to conduct scholarly research with
our undergraduate students is valued. Candidates must possess a PhD
in Physics or related field by July 2026. Apply online only at
http://employment.davidson.edu. Applications will be accepted until
the position is filled, but preference will be given to those who
apply by February 15, 2026. Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Mario
Belloni at mabelloni@davidson.edu. Along with your application,
please include (1) a cover letter of no more than 2 pages
addressing professional interests and aspirations pertaining to
teaching and research, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a teaching
philosophy of no more than 2 pages that describes your teaching and
your approach to teaching inclusively, (4) a research description
of no more than 2 pages that describes your research interests and
how they are accessible to undergraduates, and (5) contact
information for three references. Davidson College is committed to
access and opportunity for students from all backgrounds and
perspectives. In your application materials, candidates should
demonstrate the capacity for excellence in teaching, research, and
mentorship in a liberal arts context, and give examples of ways you
have been intentional about incorporating inclusive teaching and
mentoring practices in your academic endeavors. In the interest of
an equitable hiring process, we will neither review any additional
materials nor read beyond the page limits listed for each document.
Please provide the names and email addresses of three references.
Reference letters will be requested for selected candidates early
in the search process. At least one reference letter must
specifically and substantially address your interests and
experience in teaching.
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