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SUNY Cortland

Adjunct Lecturer - Physics

Cortland, NY · On-site

Position Details Position Information Budget Title Adjunct Lecturer - Physics Campus Title Adjunct Lecturer - Physics School/Division Academic Affairs, Division of Department Physics Faculty Sub-Type ...

California State University

Lecturer, Department of Physics, AY 26-27 Apply now Job no: 557177 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: East Bay Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association ...

California State University

Lecturer, Department of Physics, AY 26-27 Apply now Job no: 557177 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: East Bay Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association ...

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A Physics Lecturer is an academic professional who teaches physics at a college or university level. They design lesson plans, deliver lectures, conduct laboratory sessions, and assess student performance. In addition to teaching, they may engage in research, publish academic papers, and contribute to curriculum development. Depending on the institution, they might also mentor students and participate in administrative duties.

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As a Physics Lecturer, your daily responsibilities typically include preparing and delivering lectures, developing and grading assignments or exams, and guiding students in laboratory experiments. You may also mentor students one-on-one, advise on academic progress, and contribute to curriculum development. Collaboration with colleagues on research projects or departmental initiatives is common. Additionally, attending faculty meetings and staying current with advancements in physics education is often part of the role.

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Lecturer of Physics

Lecturer of Physics

The Texas A&M University System

Texarkana, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Title
Lecturer of Physics
Agency
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Department
CASE - Science & Mathematics
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Texarkana, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The non-tenure track faculty position of Lecturer of Physics is responsible for developing, coordinating, and teaching Physics courses in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE). The successful candidate will possess documented capability in teaching and service and will be expected to foster the growth of first-rate Physics courses, including building on existing strengths within the College and through collaboration with other faculty in CASE. A successful candidate will also address student needs in Physics and assist the Division Chair and Dean in implementing the short- and long-term goals of the College.
Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Teach assigned courses (15 credit hours per semester or 30 credit hours per academic year)
  • Work collaboratively with faculty across disciplines
  • Contribute to curriculum and course development
  • Serve on department, college, and university committees, as assigned by the Chair or Dean
  • Serve on professional committees, as approved by the Dean

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Minimum Qualifications
  • A Master's degree in Physics, or a closely related field with at least 18 semester credit hours in physics at the graduate level by the time of employment
  • Ability to teach various courses within our Physics program
  • A passion and patience for teaching students' foundational skills in physics
  • Evidence of excellence in teaching
  • Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. in Physics, or closely related field
  • Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience at the college level
  • Online teaching experience at an accredited college or university
  • Experience in teaching upper or lower-division physics courses utilizing current supporting technology at the University level
  • Familiarity with accreditation processes (e.g. SACSCOC, ABET, etc.) and assessment, including data collection, organization, and analysis
  • Research is not a requirement for this position, but research interest and efforts would be viewed favorably
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to assist with university and professional service activities, including national and international outreach to, and collaboration with, industry and other academic institutions

Other requirements
  • Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:
This position does not supervise employees.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, unofficial transcripts, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.
Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to "revise" or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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