Haverford College invites applications for full- or part-time leave replacement faculty positions in the Departments of Physics and Astronomy beginning in the academic year of 2023-24. Successful candidates are expected to be able to teach courses across the undergraduate curriculum, and mentor undergraduate students in research projects. Laboratory teaching experience is a plus. Haverford is a highly selective college with motivated students and a commitment to both quality instruction and significant scholarship. Our location in the close western suburbs of Philadelphia, with good connections to many East Coast cities, allows for convenient interactions with colleagues at other institutions. 

Candidates must have completed a PhD by June 2023.

Candidates should submit a CV, a brief summary of recent research activities, a statement of teaching interests and professional goals, and the names of three recommenders via Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/121739). Candidates should indicate clearly if they are interested in full- or part-time roles (or both). Review of applications will begin on March 13th 2023 and continue until positions are filled. For more information on the department, see https://www.haverford.edu/physics-and-astronomy.

Haverford College’s long-standing commitment to social justice is reflected in the diversity, inclusion, and ethical engagement of our students and faculty. Faculty cultivate exciting research careers along with a dedication to research collaborations with students and innovative pedagogy.  A successful teaching statement will highlight effective engagement with students from diverse backgrounds, the use of varied pedagogies, and successes and challenges as a teacher.

Questions about the position(s) can be directed to Prof. Karen Masters at klmasters [at] haverford.edu. Applications may be submitted via Interfolio. For technical questions about Interfolio, please contact Interfolio directly at 1-877-997-8807 or help [at] interfolio.com.

Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities are especially encouraged to apply. Haverford College and our consortial partners are located on Lenape lands.