Description

The Department of Physics and Dual-Degree Engineering Program (PDDEP) at Morehouse College welcomes applications and nominations for a Department Chair who will fill an available Tenure-Track Associate Professor or Full Professor position specializing in Engineering. Morehouse’s Physics Department has been ranked as the #1 producer of underrepresented minority males who earn B.S. degrees in physics according to recent AIP reports. Our Dual-Degree Engineering program is equally productive and is among the top producers of minorities who pursue B.S. degrees in engineering. PDDEP seeks outstanding applicants who can add to our existing teaching strengths and help to boost our research in various disciplines.

For this department chair position, we seek individuals who are committed to the College and Division’s missions to increase and broaden the intellectual competency of students and help develop future leaders who are innovators and problem solvers capable of effectively addressing global problems that affect modern society.

Applicants are encouraged to highlight their demonstrated commitment to supporting the academic and personal success of Black men and men of color, particularly those from culturally and socio-economically diverse backgrounds.  Candidates should describe how their teaching, mentoring, and leadership experiences have contributed to student achievement and inclusive excellence.  The selected candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the College’s general education curriculum and uphold the institution’s commitment to a well-rounded liberal arts education that prepares students for leadership and service.

Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate leadership, promote a commitment to teaching excellence, and possess prior research experience.  Successful candidates will be expected to teach a 3/3 course load consisting of various courses within our introductory physics curriculum and pre-engineering courses.  However, a reduced course load is granted for the hired Department Chair.  The following are examples of courses that qualified candidates should be comfortable teaching: Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Optics & Modern Physics, Engineering Graphics, Engineering Statics, Mechanics of Materials, and Engineering Dynamics.  In addition, candidates must actively engage in research, demonstrate the ability to establish a rigorous research program, secure program funding, and regularly provide students with academic advisement.   Specific areas of research focus are open.  However, individuals with a background in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering are highly preferred.  The qualified applicant’s research should complement and strengthen existing research areas, which include: (1) Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics; (2) Materials Science Physics; and (3) Nuclear Physics.

This position commences on August 1, 2026. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in engineering, at least seven years teaching experience, and at least seven years of research or industry experience. Teaching at the undergraduate level and experience in online teaching is desired.

More information about the Physics and Dual-Degree Engineering Program can be found at https://morehouse.edu/academics/majors/physics. Morehouse College is a fully accredited, historically black, liberal arts college for men. Morehouse is a four-year institution with an enrollment of approximately 2,200 students representing more than 40 states, the District of Columbia and 12 foreign countries. Founded in 1867, Morehouse College is also affiliated with the Atlanta University Center (AUC), a consortium of four independent institutions that together form the largest center of black private higher education in the world. Additional information about Morehouse College can be found at www.morehouse.edu.

Morehouse College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Morehouse College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, veteran status, or against individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will be expected to teach a 3/3 course load consisting of various courses within our introductory physics and pre-engineering curriculum.  However, a reduced course load is granted for the hired Department Chair.  The following are examples of courses that qualified candidates should be comfortable teaching: Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Electric Circuits, Optics & Modern Physics, Thermodynamics, Engineering Graphics, Engineering Statics, Mechanics of Materials, and Engineering Dynamics.  In addition, candidates must actively engage in research, demonstrate the ability to establish a rigorous research program, secure program funding, and regularly provide students with academic advisement.   Specific areas of research focus are open.  However, individuals with a background in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, or Nuclear Engineering are highly preferred.

To apply:

Candidates should submit their application materials via PeopleAdmin: https://morehouse.peopleadmin.com/postings/13065

A successful application consists of the following:

1. A cover letter.
2. A current curriculum vitae.
3. A statement of teaching philosophy (2 pages maximum).
4. A statement of research (2 pages maximum).
5. A research and funding plan.
6. Unofficial academic transcripts.
7. Three letters of reference.

All applications and supporting documents should be received by Dec 30, 2025.  Review of all applicants will begin immediately until the position is filled.