University of New Mexico, Physics and Astronomy

Position ID:UNM-Physics and Astronomy-LABSUPV [#18984, req16264]
Position Title: Teaching Lab Supervisor
Position Type:Other
Position Location:Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Areas: Astronomy
Physics
Appl Deadline:2021/09/30 11:59PMhelp popup finished (2021/07/20, finished 2022/04/02)
Position Description:    

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Teaching Lab Supervisor – Physics and Astronomy

Salary: Up to $55,851.80 (final salary dependent upon education and experience)

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Mexico is searching for a full-time Teaching Lab Supervisor. This position requires a background in physics or a closely related field. The Lab Supervisor will be responsible for providing technical support in upper division undergraduate/graduate physics laboratory classes, namely Electronics, Junior, Senior, and Optics labs, and for maintaining general lab equipment as well as computers. The individual will participate in the development of new experiments (including lab guides and documentation) across these laboratories and participate in the upper division undergraduate/graduate lab committee. The Lab Supervisor will also be responsible for helping with the maintenance of, and improvements to, equipment used in lower division labs and demos used in lectures. The individual also serves as the instructor of record for the summer session introductory physics and astronomy labs. Other areas of responsibility include oversight and management of a small spectroscopy lab, teaching short courses including lab and laser safety, and occasionally performing other duties with the same general qualifications, as needed.

The desired start date is November 1, 2021, but negotiable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. • Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some graduate-level coursework and research experience in Physics, Astrophysics, or a closely related field • Experience in electronics, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and computer interfacing • Competence and interest in participating in the development of upper division undergraduate/graduate physics labs • Competence and interest in working with students For complete job requirements and to apply, please go to https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ (posting number req16264). A complete application consists of the following items: • A cover letter that addresses how your qualifications and experience match the preferred qualifications • A resume that includes a complete work history, including beginning and end dates for each position and details of the duties and responsibilities performed • The names and contact information for at least three supervisory references – please include this information on your resume or in a separate file; be sure to indicate whether it is okay to contact your current supervisor

For best consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2021; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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Postal Mail:
1919 Lomas Blvd NE
MSC07 4220
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Web Page: http://physics.unm.edu/