David Anderson

David Anderson is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science. He specializes in experimental physics laboratory courses, particularly bridging physics techniques with life-science applications for Health-Professions students, and teaches foundational physics for engineering students using evidence-based pedagogical methods.

• Education: Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics (University of York, 2003), B.Sc. in Theoretical Physics (University of Essex, 1998).

His research spans semiconductor physics, focusing on electron transport in nitride heterostructures and quantum wells, as well as physics education research addressing student preparedness and pedagogical innovation. Notable publications examine dynamic screening effects, phonon-limited transport, and educational gaps in physics learning.

• Scientific Awards:
  • William H. and Frances S. Ryan Award for Meritorious Teaching (2022)
  • Julius Ashkin Teaching Award (2017)

Anderson has held teaching roles at Carnegie Mellon University (2008–), Pennsylvania Governors School for the Sciences (2008, 2013), Francis Marion University (2005–08), and Deep Springs College (2004), alongside postdoctoral research in structural biology at the University of York (2003–04).