The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of British Columbia is recruiting qualified applicants for a Lecturer position. The main teaching duties in this position will include teaching in our first year courses and laboratories, as well as possible upper year courses. 

The expected initial 12-month term of employment is renewable based on performance and availability of funding.  Applicants must articulate their interest in physics and/or astronomy research in their application, and a Ph,D, in Physics or Astronomy is expected. Familiarity with Information
Technology (web-based data systems) is essential, as is experience with contemporary pedagogical methods such as peer teaching. This position will be available as of 1 May 2014 and the salary will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants should complete the online application form at https://secure.physics.ubc.ca/cgi-bin/Jobs/Apply making sure to select competition # FAC-2014-__". 

A CV including publications list and a statement of teaching interest are required and can be uploaded directly. The names and contact information of three references should also be submitted. More information about the UBC Department of Physics and Astronomy may be found at httl>:/ /www.phas.ubc.ca. 

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.