Assistant/Associate Professor in Space Physics
- University of Texas at Arlington
- Location: Arlington, Texas
- Category: Faculty-Science-Physics
- Posting Date: 07/15/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Information
| Posting Number | F00346P |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Assistant/Associate Professor in Space Physics |
| Department | Physics |
| Location | Arlington |
| Job Family | Faculty |
| Position Status | Full-time |
| Rank | Tenure-track |
| Work Hours | Standard |
| Open to | External and Internal |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Salary | |
| Duration | Funding expected to continue |
| Pay Basis | |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes |
| Job Summary | The Department of Physics in the College of Science, the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor in Space Physics. The Space Physics unit in the department plays an important leadership role for the NASA Geospace Dynamics Constellation (GDC) satellite mission, which focuses on multi-scale spatial and temporal variations of energy inputs and ionosphere-thermosphere coupling. The successful candidate will be able to contribute substantially; either in modeling or data analysis and enhance the research ability of the team in the related area. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. University Information The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of approximately 46,000 students, UTA is the largest institution in North Texas and the second-largest in the UT System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and as a Texas Tier One institution. In 2021, UTA received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award for its deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and No. 1 in Texas for the number of degrees awarded to African American students (Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2021). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has the fifth-most ethnically diverse undergraduate population in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is among the top 50 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023), and its approximately 250,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 23 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to the UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas. Department and College/School Information The Physics Department is comprehensive and provides students a wide choice of research topics from the major areas of current physics research, including internationally recognized research in nanomaterials, particle physics, astrophysics, and space physics. The College of Science offers world-class educational and research opportunities with small class sizes and outstanding faculty mentorship. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities | The successful candidate must meet all expectations of a tenure-track faculty candidate: establish an independent and externally funded research program in space physics, provide research and mentoring opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students, and teach physics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. |
| Required Qualifications | Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in space physics or a closely related field, and some postdoctoral experience is desired. The candidates must demonstrate their commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The key objective is to hire a faculty member with outstanding qualifications that shares the University’s core values of high standards of excellence in teaching. In addition, the qualified candidate displays innovative and collaborative research, and service combined with fostering an open environment that promotes participation. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Special Conditions for Eligibility | |
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| EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy. |
| ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu . |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
|---|---|
| Desired Start Date | 09/01/2023 |
| Open Date | |
| Review Start Date | |
| Open Until Filled | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | To apply applicants should go to http://uta.peopleadmin.com/ and submit the following materials:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be addressed to: Dr. Yue Deng (yuedeng@uta.edu) For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta |
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