What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Physics position at LMU-DCOM?
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Professor of Physics Department Chemistry & Physics Position Category Faculty Job Description
The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Physics. The candidate must have earned a PhD in Physics or an appropriate related discipline by the time of appointment. Primary teaching responsibilities may include lecture and lab sections for Introduction to Physics, General Physics I & II, Calculus Based Physics I & II, Introduction to Electronics, and/or other courses (e.g., Programming) based on interests and credentials. The faculty member will have the primary responsibilities of teaching, scholarship, and service in support of the University, School, and Department missions. To ensure a smooth transition into our academic community, the successful candidate will participate in LMU’s New Faculty Academy. Additionally, during their first year, the new faculty member will enjoy moderated scholarship and service expectations while receiving guidance and support from a faculty mentor assigned by the department
Required Qualifications
Earned PhD in Physics or appropriate related discipline; *educational preparation in accordance with requirements of the University and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and *evidence of potential for effective teaching and scholarly activity.
Preferred Qualifications
College-level teaching experience
Physical Demands Campus Harrogate
Job Duty
Job Duty
undertake the “Standard Instructional/Research/Service Workload” as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook
Job Duty
provide course and classroom conduct as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook
Job Duty
comply with the university LMU Employee Handbook
Job Duty
submit textbook requests
Job Duty
comply with announced requirements
Job Duty
engage in professional development
Job Duty
assist the department chair with effective development and implementation of department’s Student Recruitment and Retention Plan, such as Homepage, Brochures, and student letters
Job Duty
assist department chair in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Long-Range Strategic Plan and Outcomes Assessment Plan for the assigned program/department
Job Duty
support and promote the university’s SEWS and Transparent Instruction programs (as applicable) within the curriculum
Job Duty
assist the department chair with necessary department, school or university reports/schedules as requested
Job Duty
demonstrate current knowledge of discipline content and assist the department chair with curricular revisions and changes as requested
Job Duty
appropriately align course syllabi goals and objectives to academic major program goals and student outcomes for each course taught
Job Duty
develop a current syllabus for each assigned class and distribute a course syllabus to each student
Job Duty
submit a current copy of each syllabus to the department chair by a predetermined deadline
Job Duty
evaluate enrolled students and submit grades to the Registrar by a predetermined deadline
Job Duty
requisition instructional materials and supplies through the department chair
Job Duty
assure completion of the student course evaluation instrument for the semester as requested
Job Duty
participate in the faculty evaluation process and use the results to improve teaching and strengthen the major
Job Duty
establish and maintain the resources of the academic department, the school, and the University
Job Duty
submit to department chair his/her semester schedule that indicates weekly teaching assignment, office/conference hours and involvement in university, school and department councils or committees
Job Duty
effectively advise assigned students in an individualized educational plan for their program of study and maintain an accurate and current academic file for each advisee
Job Duty
explore career goals with each assigned advisee
Job Duty
mentor majors through the research process
Job Duty
fulfill the university’s scholarship expectation through research, publication, grant development, and creative achievement
Job Duty
participate in events that support the institution, the faculty, staff and students
Job Duty
participate in commencement exercises
Job Duty
participate in community and public service opportunities
Job Duty
attend department, school, convocation, and university faculty meetings
Job Duty
promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and to the community at large
Job Duty
promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students
Job Duty
participate on university committees
Job Duty
maintain proper security for all University files and information and follow privacy procedures at all times
Job Duty
maintain records and procedures for duties and responsibilities of position
Job Duty
complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sites
Job Duty
perform other duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F01410P Job Open Date 03/26/2025 Job Close Date 08/31/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
Background Check Statement
The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.lmunet.edu/postings/38788
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Professor of Physics Department Chemistry & Physics Position Category Faculty Job Description
The Department of Chemistry and Physics at Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Physics. The candidate must have earned a PhD in Physics or an appropriate related discipline by the time of appointment. Primary teaching responsibilities may include lecture and lab sections for Introduction to Physics, General Physics I & II, Calculus Based Physics I & II, Introduction to Electronics, and/or other courses (e.g., Programming) based on interests and credentials. The faculty member will have the primary responsibilities of teaching, scholarship, and service in support of the University, School, and Department missions. To ensure a smooth transition into our academic community, the successful candidate will participate in LMU’s New Faculty Academy. Additionally, during their first year, the new faculty member will enjoy moderated scholarship and service expectations while receiving guidance and support from a faculty mentor assigned by the department
Required Qualifications
Earned PhD in Physics or appropriate related discipline; *educational preparation in accordance with requirements of the University and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and *evidence of potential for effective teaching and scholarly activity.
Preferred Qualifications
College-level teaching experience
Physical Demands Campus Harrogate
Job Duty
Job Duty
undertake the “Standard Instructional/Research/Service Workload” as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook
Job Duty
provide course and classroom conduct as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook
Job Duty
comply with the university LMU Employee Handbook
Job Duty
submit textbook requests
Job Duty
comply with announced requirements
Job Duty
engage in professional development
Job Duty
assist the department chair with effective development and implementation of department’s Student Recruitment and Retention Plan, such as Homepage, Brochures, and student letters
Job Duty
assist department chair in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Long-Range Strategic Plan and Outcomes Assessment Plan for the assigned program/department
Job Duty
support and promote the university’s SEWS and Transparent Instruction programs (as applicable) within the curriculum
Job Duty
assist the department chair with necessary department, school or university reports/schedules as requested
Job Duty
demonstrate current knowledge of discipline content and assist the department chair with curricular revisions and changes as requested
Job Duty
appropriately align course syllabi goals and objectives to academic major program goals and student outcomes for each course taught
Job Duty
develop a current syllabus for each assigned class and distribute a course syllabus to each student
Job Duty
submit a current copy of each syllabus to the department chair by a predetermined deadline
Job Duty
evaluate enrolled students and submit grades to the Registrar by a predetermined deadline
Job Duty
requisition instructional materials and supplies through the department chair
Job Duty
assure completion of the student course evaluation instrument for the semester as requested
Job Duty
participate in the faculty evaluation process and use the results to improve teaching and strengthen the major
Job Duty
establish and maintain the resources of the academic department, the school, and the University
Job Duty
submit to department chair his/her semester schedule that indicates weekly teaching assignment, office/conference hours and involvement in university, school and department councils or committees
Job Duty
effectively advise assigned students in an individualized educational plan for their program of study and maintain an accurate and current academic file for each advisee
Job Duty
explore career goals with each assigned advisee
Job Duty
mentor majors through the research process
Job Duty
fulfill the university’s scholarship expectation through research, publication, grant development, and creative achievement
Job Duty
participate in events that support the institution, the faculty, staff and students
Job Duty
participate in commencement exercises
Job Duty
participate in community and public service opportunities
Job Duty
attend department, school, convocation, and university faculty meetings
Job Duty
promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and to the community at large
Job Duty
promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students
Job Duty
participate on university committees
Job Duty
maintain proper security for all University files and information and follow privacy procedures at all times
Job Duty
maintain records and procedures for duties and responsibilities of position
Job Duty
complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sites
Job Duty
perform other duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F01410P Job Open Date 03/26/2025 Job Close Date 08/31/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
Background Check Statement
The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.lmunet.edu/postings/38788
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- Resume
