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  • February 2025 eNNOUNCER

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eNNOUNCER February 2025
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AAPT News

Gabriel C. Spalding Becomes President of AAPT

As the Winter 2025 Meeting came to a close the presidential gavel was presented to Gabriel Spalding.

He will serve as President of the American Association of Physics Teachers for the coming year. Spalding has been a member of AAPT since 1992 and has served in several positions, including Board of Directors At-Large Representative for Four-Year colleges.

He ends his emails saying, "All of us, together, make a difference," which is intended as a call towards greater engagement with one another. I see AAPT as "The Big Tent" for all who are interested in physics education, and am interested in working to enhance the ways in which AAPT can provide timely assistance (and resources) for the wide spectrum of people we aim to serve.
Read more

AAPT Summer Meeting, August 2-6, 2025

Join Us at the 2025 AAPT Summer Meeting Washington, D.C.!

Surround yourself with physics educators from around the world at the 2025 AAPT Summer Meeting in Washington, D.C.! This premier event brings together physics education professionals to exchange ideas, collaborate, and gain fresh insights into the field.

Engage with internationally recognized plenary speakers, attend cutting-edge sessions and interactive workshops, and participate in special activities designed to inspire and enhance your professional growth. This is your opportunity to share expertise, discover new teaching strategies, and network with leaders in the field.

Location & Venue

The 2025 AAPT Summer Meeting will take place at the Grand Hyatt Washington, centrally located in the heart of the nation's capital. With easy access to historic landmarks, cultural attractions, and world-class dining, Washington, D.C. offers a dynamic setting for professional learning and exploration.

Save the Date!

August 2-6, 2025 Mark your calendar and prepare for an unforgettable experience in Washington, D.C.. Registration and program details will be announced soon!

Amber L. Stuver

October 5, 1978 - September 8, 2024

Amber Lynnell Stuver, 45, of Newtown Square, passed away on Sept. 8, 2024. Born Oct. 5, 1978, she earned a Ph.D. in Physics from Penn State and was an associate professor at Villanova University. A 2016 recipient of the Special Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics, she was an active AAPT member and served on multiple committees. Amber was also a member of the DAR, LIGO Scientific Collaboration, APS, and AAS.   Read more.

Nominate Yourself to Become a Member of an Area Committee!

The National Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for all Area Committee. As an Area Committee member you will play a crucial role in helping your Area Committee actively work on their respective missions. All AAPT members are eligible to serve on an Area Committee. Go directly to the Nomination Form or email nominations@aapt.org.

We want your input for enhancing collaborations

The leadership of the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) recently formed a Task Force to explore ways that AAPT and APS can enhance collaborations, building on the success of Physics Teacher Education Collation, STEP UP, and other projects. The Task Force is seeking ways to enhance the collaborations in support of the joint educational missions of both professional societies. We ask for your input about improving existing collaborations, beginning new ones, and removing barriers to effective cooperation. Please complete this short survey.

New Partnership with APS Meeting Services

We are excited to announce that AAPT is partnering with the American Physical Society for meeting services. APS brings many years of event management in the physics community, including some programs that AAPT and APS partner in. APS is committed to making AAPT meetings successful, and the experience of registering and attending a meeting will still be an "AAPT experience." To that end, we have a dedicated meeting manager, Shamera Stewart. who works with APS Meeting Services and will oversee the staff responsibilities for AAPT's national meetings.

Seeking members for the Annual Meeting Program (AMP) subcommittees for the 2026 and 2027 National Meetings

The AAPT Meeting Planning Committee (MPC) is seeking members interested in being part of the Annual Meeting Program (AMP) subcommittees for the 2026 and 2027 meetings. The 2026 meetings are: WM26 - January 17 - 20, Las Vegas, Nevada & SM26 - July 18 - 22, Pasadena, California. The 2027 meetings are: WM27 - January 9 - 12, New Orleans, Louisiana & SM27 - July 31 - August 4, Washington, DC. AMP committee members are tasked to engage in the organization and planning of national meetings as representatives of the AAPT general membership to ensure that the best interests of all stakeholders in AAPT are considered in content, structure, and accessibility for national meetings. If you are interested in being considered for either of these committees, please reach out to the Chair of AAPT's MPC Brad Conrad at brad.r.conrad@gmail.com.

AAPT 2025 PAEMST Awardees

Five AAPT members have been honored as the 2025 recipients of the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).

Awardees come from schools in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDES) schools, and schools in the United States territories of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and thee United State Virgin Islands. Nominations and awards are facilitated by the White House office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the National Science Foundation.

The AAPT award winners are:

  • John Blackwell, New Hampshire
  • Dylan Fedell, Pennsylvania
  • Brittany Kozlenko, New York
  • Marianna Ruggerio, Illinois
  • Heather Voss, Oklahoma


  • Click here to read more.

    Nominate Yourself or a Colleague for the Doc Brown Futures Award

    Are you a physics teacher early in your career and love being in the classroom with your students? Do you want to enhance those experiences by drawing closer to your AAPT colleagues and be recognized for your passion? Or, do you know an early career AAPT member who fits this description? If so, I would love to have these accomplishments recognized by having you or your colleague receive the Doc Brown Futures Award! What does the awardee receive? A monetary prize of $1,000, a commemorative plaque, and a complimentary registration at an AAPT Summer Meeting to receive the award. Additionally, they receive two nights lodging at the conference hotel and a reimbursement for reasonable travel expenses. The awardee can enjoy time with a mentor who is a current AAPT leader and will learn how they may enhance physics education including a possible role in AAPT leadership circles. Read more

    Anonymous Reporting Tool!

    AAPT has implemented an ethics and compliance hotline called "Red Flag Reporting." Red Flag Reporting is an independent company that is dedicated to protecting organizations plus their employees, assets, reputations, and in the case of AAPT, our members. This service allows people to report any concerns regarding activities at AAPT events in violation of our code of conduct. To file a report, provide client code AAPTEvent and simply do one of the following:

    • Visit www.RedFlagReporting.com and click on "File a Report"
    • Call 1-877-647-3335
    • Text RFR to 234-231-9005
    • You may also use the following (be sure to be detail oriented, provide our client code, and indicate if you wish to be anonymous or not): Fax to 330-572-8146, Email to redflag@redflagreporting.com, Mail to RFR, P.O. Box 4230, Akron, Ohio 44321

    We would like everyone to take the time to watch the appropriate video(s) here: Event Attendee Training Videos.

    For more information, see this information posted in COMMUNITIES. If you have questions about AAPT's policies regarding these types of matters, we encourage you to review the information contained in our Code of Conduct.

    Support AAPT and Join the 1930 Society!

    Your support goes above and beyond member dues, and we are so grateful to members like you who are investing in the future of physics education. That's why we decided to launch the 1930 Society. This special group of supporters, named after our founding year, honors contributions of $500 or more every year to our association so we can better serve physics educators and the physics education community.
    Would you like to get involved with the 1930 Society? Donate today!

    Call to Area Committees and List Serves - AAPT COMMUNITIES

    If you chair an Area Committee and are interested in creating a group on COMMUNITIES, please get in touch with us. This may be the best way to create a "friends of the committee" group going forward. Using this method, the Chair could set the default delivery option for the group to Real-Time, which would most accurately mirror the current list serve model. These groups would be open for any AAPT member to join. We would like to start with a handful of these groups as a pilot program to see how it works. If you are interested, please reach out to Mike Hall (mhall@aapt.org).

    For those who do not choose to create a dedicated group on COMMUNITIES, you can still use the platform to let AAPT members know about your activities by posting in the General Community. We encourage all AAPT members to visit the AAPT COMMUNITIES platform and follow the Tag for any committee that you are interested in. Likewise, we encourage Committee Chairs to use this tag when posting information relevant to your committee.

    Join Us for the AAPT Virtual Coffee Hour and Remote Instruction Share-a-thon

    AAPT is working to help our members communicate with one another to provide the best physics education possible. AAPT members bring questions about physics education (taken broadly) to discuss and share their experiences in a confidential setting.

    Please join us for these events!

    Check here for next Virtual Coffee Hour. Check your in-box for an invitation. Please make sure you RSVP (marketing@aapt.org) to the event. Everyone who RSVPs will be sent log-in instructions a few hours prior to the call. We hope you can join us!

    Help Support AAPT!

    We are living in incredibly challenging times. AAPT has been on the forefront providing resources to help physics educators. However, we need your support to continue AAPT's programs and resources. Gifts to the AAPT Annual Fund support the everyday operations of AAPT, from inspiring excellence through educational programming to recognizing award winning physics professionals, all critical pieces in supporting the advancement of physics education. Many of these programs run year round that need your support--donate today to the Annual Fund to make a difference!

    Find a New Job This Year

    The AAPT Career Center is here to help make your job hunting easier! With our powerful search tools, you'll be able to narrow things down by education level, sector, and experience, to find exactly what you're looking for. We work directly with academic institutions searching for the finest talent to fill the latest teaching posts, including positions like lecturer, instructor, and full professor. Browse our full list of jobs today.

    CRC Handbook Needs Physics Teachers!

    The CRC Handbook is looking for a physics teacher (high school or undergraduate) to help review physics topics in the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics. If interested, please contact Dr. John Rumble - Editor-in-Chief at john.rumble@crchbcp.com.

    Organization for Physics at Two-Year Colleges

    OPTYCs (The Organization for Physics at Two-Year Colleges) is busy planning for future events and programs. To get the latest news, please check our website: https://optycs.aapt.org. Our events are free of charge, and open to everyone! We hope to see you soon!

    Calling TYC members!

    The Organization for Physics at Two-Year Colleges (OPTYCs) is currently accepting applications for the Mentoring and Networking

    Upcoming virtual events: Mentoring and Networking: (Free of charge! Open to everyone!)
    Planning a Section Meeting? OPTYCs is offering to co-sponsor by helping to coordinate a workshop, funding TYC participants, or supporting your Section in other ways! Just reach out to us at OPTYCs@aapt.org.


    AAPT Programs

    Support the U.S. Physics Team - Donate Now

    Each year AAPT sponsors a competition for high school students to represent the United States at the International Physics Olympiad Competition. The mission of the U.S. Physics Team Program is to promote and demonstrate academic excellence through preparation for and participation in the International Physics Olympiad. AAPT is responsible for recruiting, selecting and training teams each year to compete in the International Physics Olympiad Competition. Your contribution is needed to support these high school students as they prepare to represent the U.S. internationally. Donate now!

    2025 AAPT PhysicsBowl Contest

    Registration for the 2025 PhysicsBowl contest ends February 24th. Registration information is posted on the PhysicsBowl webpage.

    2025 AAPT High School Physics Photo Contest

    Registration for the 2025 High School Physics Photo Contest will open early March 2025. Updates will be posted on the Learn more.

    2025 F=ma Contest

    Registration for the 2025 F=ma exam is now closed. Updates will be posted on the U.S. Physics Team homepage.

    Teachers' Day in Anaheim: March 16

    Middle and high school physics, physical science and STEM teachers can register now to join us for Teachers' Day on March 16 in Anaheim! The event is part of the APS Global Physics Summit, the largest physics research conference in the world, uniting 14,000 scientific community members across all disciplines of physics. The free, pre-Summit Teachers' Day event offers teachers the chance to explore exciting, basic quantum science-themed activities and innovations shaping the future of physics. These activities can be carried out in middle or high school classrooms. No prior experience with quantum physics is necessary. Email APS at public-engagement@aps.org with any questions.

    NEXUS/Physics

    NEXUS/Physics is a research-based Introductory Physics for Life Sciences (IPLS) class designed to

  • Focus on the development of general scientific competencies such as mathematical modeling and mechanistic reasoning
  • Fit effectively into a standard curriculum for biologists and pre-health care students
  • Be biologically authentic - help biology students understand important results they learn in their biology and chemistry classes that rely on physics
  • NEXUS/Physics materials are available free from the NEXUS/Physics website and the Living Physics Portal.

    The NEXUS/Physics problem collection is also available in an online, partially autograded commercial product, ExpertTA.

    If you teach an IPLS course, consider our new online, interactive textbooks: Living Physics 1 and Living Physics 2 . These books consist of NEXUS/Physics material revised into a highly readable, coherent commercial text with integrated auto-graded questions, PhET simulations, and lots of authentic biological examples. Available from Top Hat. Royalties from both commercial products go to AAPT to support the Living Physics Portal.

    The University of Michigan Department of Astronomy Earns Award from Physics & Astronomy SEA Change Program

    The University of Michigan Department of Astronomy has earned a Bronze Award from the Physics and Astronomy SEA Change Committee (P/A SEA Change) for its work to create a more inclusive, diverse, and supportive astronomy department. Read more

    "Physics in an Astronomy Context" Mini Workshop Series

    The AAPT team of the NASA Heliophysics Education Activation Team (HEAT) will be offering a series of short 1.5-hour workshops one Saturday each month from February to June 2025. These workshops are directed to all physics teachers (middle school, high school, two-year college, and university), and will focus on lesson ideas and digital resource packages (AAPT Digi Kits) that help teach physics topics in an astronomy context. Register for one or more sessions, and learn more HERE.

    Arizona State University Master of Natural Science Degree for High School Teachers

    Arizona State University has an interdisciplinary Master of Natural Science (MNS) degree in physics for high school teachers. Courses are in summer, and the degree is founded on Modeling instruction. Teachers in 15 western states can apply for 150% of IN-STATE tuition; the deadline is APRIL 1.

  • More details: https://physics.asu.edu/admissions/mns-admissions
  • For more information: Jane.Jackson@asu.edu
  • Watch the Newly Available Video, "Professional Societies and You"

    It's easy to get so caught up in day-to-day professional responsibilities that you end up working in a bubble. Yet if your goal is to expand your career opportunities, engaging in the larger physical sciences community is an important step. For students and early-career scientists especially, joining a professional society can help build interpersonal networks and open up avenues for career advancement. Watch the video to learn more!

    Opportunity: Help Identify High-Quality Instructional Materials with EdReports

    EdReports is a non-profit organization with a mission to empower educators with independent, credible, evidence-rich information about instructional materials to ensure students have what they need to be college and career-ready. They are now accepting applications for reviewers for reviews of K-12 science instructional materials. Apply now to engage in deep professional learning on the Next Generation Science Standards with a national network of skilled educators. Learn more about EdReports here and apply to become a reviewer here.

    Presented by AAPT/PTRA and Coming to a Campus near you

    Local PTRAs, you have an opportunity to provide a two-day professional development for teachers of Physics and Physical Science in your area. Stay tuned for more information on how K12 Teachers can attend a 2-day workshop with a stipend and equipment help. Section Representatives, if you want to provide something for local teachers, contact PTRA.

    AAPT Membership

    AAPT Member Spotlight

    Andy Gavrin
    Professor of Physics
    Indiana University Indianapolis (the campus formerly known as IUPUI)
    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Read More.

    Free Engineering Tomorrow Equipment for AAPT Teachers

    James Lincoln, who leads the Southern California AAPT New Physics Teacher Workshops, has received approval to share the free equipment program nationwide. Teachers of SCAAPT have found the free equipment to be "very helpful and of high quality." Click here for more information.

    AAPT Member Writes New AP Physics Lab Manual

    The recent redesign of AP Physics, especially AP Physics 1, has motivated several recent articles and outreach efforts. However, the addition of Fluid Physics to this curriculum has motivated AAPT Member James Lincoln to write a new lab manual that includes these topics.
    The lab manual contains 65 one-day labs for AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C: Mechanics, including the new unit on Fluids. Interested teachers can find purchase options on www.SCAPTI.org

    AAPT On Demand Store

    We are delighted to announce the launch of our new AAPT On Demand swag store! You'll find shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more in a variety of styles and colors to choose from. Visit https://ow.ly/gEH250OYnzo to view our product selections and order your swag today!

    Delivery Options for Print Journals

    Many of you receive the print editions of our journals at your workplace, which you may not have access to currently. We wanted to provide you with instructions on how to update your preferred mailing address in your member profile.

    1. 1. Log in to www.aapt.org and sign in.
    2. 2. Click on MY ACCOUNT.
    3. 3. Click the EDIT button (pencil) under ADDRESSES.
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    5. As always, if you need assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us (membership@aapt.org, 301.209.3333).

      Membership Renewal

      We appreciate our community of members, and we are here to serve you. If you have any difficulties renewing your membership or have any membership-related questions, please do not hesitate to contact us in the Membership Department at 301.209.3333 or membership@aapt.org.

      Member Discounts Now Available!

      AAPT Members can take advantage of major discounts at retailers such as Hertz, Office Depot/Office Max and HotelEngine.com. You save a percentage of your bill and a portion of the proceeds helps to support AAPT as well! Be sure to check the Member Discounts Program page for details.

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      Don't miss out on special offers! Get exclusive offers sent directly to your phone by texting AAPTABG to 833-344-0228.

      What Do You Want Your Legacy to Be?

      Teachers make a difference. Given the chance, most of us would like to leave a legacy to organizations we valued in our lifetime. You help shape the future. AAPT can help you determine what you want your legacy to be-to your family, to your fellow teachers, and to tomorrow's future teachers. Planned Giving creates opportunities for you to make a lasting difference to physics education and AAPT. Consider including AAPT in your estate and financial plans. Click here for more information or contact eo@aapt.org.

      AAPT Member Benefit: Up to 25 Free Downloads of AIP Journals Every Year

      AAPT has partnered with AIP Publishing on a valuable benefit. AAPT members receive 25 free article downloads per year from any AIP Publishing journal.

      This is an exclusive AAPT member benefit. Access any one of the journals in this list of journals now by clicking the 'SIGN IN' link in the right hand corner, and logging in with your AIP Publishing username and password. Click either the "PDF" or "FULL TEXT" menu buttons to download the entire article. You will then be given an option to use one of your AAPT member credits to access the article.

      Articles you download will be saved in your profile. AAPT members receive 25 free downloads each year as long as their membership remains in good standing. Members also enjoy 25% off all AIPP/AAPT co-published digital books.

      New members receive an email from AIP Publishing with registration information for an AIP Publishing account. If you do not currently have access to AIPP benefits including online access to AJP and TPT, please contact the help desk at help@aip.org.

      Call for Award Nominations

      The AAPT Awards Committee invites nominations for all of AAPT awards, citations, and medals. We are particularly interested in nominations for AAPT Fellows and for the Homer L. Dodge Citation for Distinguished Service to AAPT. Deadlines for nominations are June 1st and December 1st.

      Infusing Engineering Into the Science Classroom

      Join other teachers seeking to integrate engineering into their science classroom with this unique professional development opportunity. Headed by AAPT/AIP Master Teacher Policy fellows Matthew Peterie and Andrew Edmondson, you will learn from experienced and skillful teachers. The cost will be $385 for individual attendee which includes your registration for the year long program and meals for the two days at Olathe Northwest. If a group of teachers from a building or district would like to attend, reduced pricing is available. After registering your team by completing the form below, subsequent correspondence will make arrangements for payment.   Sign up here.

      OSTP/NSF Working Group on Quantum Information Education

      The OSTP/NSF working group on Quantum Information Education finished its report and there was a NSF press release. Read More. Also click here for full report.

      James Lincoln Addresses Fluid Physics for AP Physics 1

      AP Physics 1 has gone through some major changes this year. The largest of which is to add a unit on Fluid Physics which will be new for a majority of AP Physics teachers this year. To address this change, James Lincoln has produced a video series on Fluid Physics for AP Physics 1. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYPzrDsUD48


      K12 Corner

      STEP UP Everyday Action Professional Learning Community (PLC)

      Apply by April 6, 2025, to join the STEP UP Everyday Action Professional Learning Community (PLC), a paid opportunity for current and future high school physics educators to create more inclusive and collaborative classrooms. Participants will attend a two-day virtual summit in Summer 2025 and ongoing meetings throughout the 2025-26 school year, with stipends provided. Applications open February 12, 2025-don't miss your chance to make a meaningful impact on physics education!

      STEP UP Community

      STEP UP is a national community of physics teachers, researchers, and professional societies. We design high school physics lessons to empower teachers, create cultural change, and inspire young women to pursue physics in college. Attend our upcoming virtual gathering to learn more and connect with the STEP UP community. Register now!

      Let U.S. K-12 Educators Know: Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Application is Live!

      The Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Program is a yearlong professional learning opportunity and short-term exchange for elementary, middle, and high school educators from the United States to develop skills to prepare students for a competitive global economy. Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms equips educators to bring an international perspective to their schools through targeted training, experience abroad, and global collaboration.

      Barbara Wolff-Reichert Travel Grants

      This endowment fund was established in 2023, by Jonathan F. Reichert to honor Barbara Wolff-Reichert and to encourage both new and experienced high school teachers, who have never done so, to attend and participate in national meetings of the American Association of Physics Teachers. Read more

      Journal of High School Discovery

      The Journal of High School Discovery is a new outlet for young researchers to share their work. We are the only journal created and run by high school students to publish the work of other high school students. This is a project we started out of a strong passion for science and a desire to show the world the passion of other like minded students.
      We are looking for physics teachers to help curate our articles. As a curator, you would assist us by reviewing submissions for accuracy and scientific value, shaping the future of the journal. In addition, we ask for your help in connecting us with passionate students who may be interested in publishing their work.
      We ask that interested teachers and students check us out at hsdjournal.com or contact us at editor@hsdjournal.com.

      In the News

      Medical physics website available as resource for physics educators

      The American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM), an affiliated organization with AAPT, just completed a large-scale effort to launch a public education website. Medical physics is a field that uses concepts in physics to address questions in medicine. Medical physicists work in research, education, and clinical capacities in medical imaging, radiation therapy, and health physics. Physics students who want to learn how an MRI scanner works, read about how radiation affects cells, or just want to learn about a career in applied physics will enjoy this website, which includes an active "Ask the Expert" platform. https://www.medicalradiationinfo.org/.

      Find Resources for Teaching Physics for Life Sciences Students on the Living Physics Portal

      The Living Physics Portal is an online environment for physics educators to find, share, and discuss free teaching materials for introductory physics for life sciences (IPLS). The objective of the Portal is to improve the education of the next generation of medical professionals and biologists by making physics classes more relevant for life sciences students. The Portal is available for free to all verified educators.

      Features available on the Portal are:
      • Anyone can view and download over 200 resources in our Vetted Library.
      • Registered users can also view and download over 100 resources in our Community Library, along with answer keys and other instructor supplements, and join discussions about resources.
      • Registered users can contribute curricular resources and instructor resources to our Community Library and Vetted Library, including adaptations of others' resources, and join our discussions. We accept all kinds of resources at all grain sizes, from a single activity to materials for a whole course. We encourage you to start by submitting a small activity to our Community Library. Once you get the hang of that, we invite you to contribute your polished materials to our Vetted Library to be reviewed by our editors.

      Career Toolbox for Undergraduates

      The Careers Toolbox for Undergraduate Physics Students is a set of tools and exercises designed to help undergraduate physics students prepare to enter the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics workforce. Tools range from exploring the common job titles of physics bachelor's to preparing for interviews, and are all geared specifically for physics students. This resource is brought to you by the American Institute of Physics and the Society of Physics Students. The 4th Edition is now ready for use.


      Physics Careers

      Recruit STEM Interns from the Best Job Sites for FREE!

      The AAPT Career Center offers no-cost postings to employers recruiting seasonal interns. Locate the best fit for your organization by reaching the future of the science community - the AAPT membership, as well as the members and student members of the American Physical Society (APS Physics), AVS Science and Technology, and the Society of Physics Students and Sigma Pi Sigma.

      Get the word out! Your posting will also appear on the Physics Today Jobs site, which when combined with the job sites of the organizations mentioned above forms the ultimate online science, engineering, and computing career network, ensuring maximum relevant visibility for your internship. Visit https://careers.aapt.org/employers/ to get posting!

      Jobs Announcements from the Career Center

      Department Chair and Professor
      Columbia University in the City of New York
      Click here for job description.

      Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics
      Geneva, New York
      Click here for job description.

      Preceptor in Physics
      Harvard University
      Click here for job description.

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