Assistant Professor of Aviation Physics, Tenure Track
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Job Location:
Augusta, ME - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Assistant Professor of Aviation Physics - Tenure Track - Fall 2026
The University of Maine at Augusta invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Aviation Physics beginning fall 2026. The successful candidate will have experience teaching a wide range of physics courses including Aviation Physics and Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Physics and will have a strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level.
Additional information about UMAs Aviation program is available on our website: the University
UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education excellence in student support civic engagement and professional and liberal arts programs.
UMA is the third largest public university in addition to its main campus in the states capital UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.
UMA faculty are excellent teachers responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; involved in scholarly activities as appropriate to appointment; and willing to provide service to the College of Professional Studies UMA and the broader community.
UMA serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students and offers a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs leading to certificates associate and baccalaureate degrees. Programs are delivered on campus and using a network of University centers and sites across the state and internationally using modalities including in-person HyFlex Zoom conferencing and online instruction. The successful candidate will be active in university service through student advising curriculum development committee activity and community outreach. Duties of the position may include teaching physics classes affiliated with UMAs Prison Education Partnership (PEP) and may also include supporting the universitys early college programming.
Salary: The normal hiring range is mid-to-high 60s range for a tenure-track position commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers an excellent fringe-benefits package.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Doctorate in physics AMT Physics or related field
- A strong background in physics education and pedagogy
- Experience teaching and/or tutoring physics including work as a teaching assistant
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred:
- Experience in online and distance education modalities
- Experience teaching using new technologies and delivery systems
- Experience teaching physics at the college level
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Application Process
To be considered for this position you will need to Apply and upload the documentation listed below:
- A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications
- A resume/curriculum vitae
- Be prepared to supply contact information for three professional references when requested
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.Materials received after 12/31/2025 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law the System does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender gender identity or expression ethnicity national origin citizenship status familial status ancestry age disability (physical or mental) genetic information pregnancy or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education programs and activities and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall Room 412 Orono ME 04469-5713 by calling 207.581.1226 or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at Act:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act mandates that all Title IV institutions such as the University prepare publish and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the Universitys crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the Universitys current campus security policies. You may view the Universitys Annual Security Report.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
About the University of Maine System The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, le ... View more
