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SAINT PETERS UNIVERSITY

Adjunct of Physics

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$850 - $993/wk

Non-Tenure Track Adjunct Rate: $850 - $993 per credit Qualification Standards: Education: A Master's degree in physics or a closely related field. Ph.D. in Physics and/or prior teaching experience at ...

Saint Peter's University

Adjunct of Physics

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$850 - $993/wk

Non-Tenure Track Adjunct Rate: $850 - $993 per credit Qualification Standards: Education: A Master's degree in physics or a closely related field. Ph.D. in Physics and/or prior teaching experience at ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for tenure track physics in the United States is $86,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $106,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Assistant Professor ( Physics)

Tamus

Prairie View, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor ( Physics)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Physics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Physics invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in the Fall 2026 semester. This tenure track position will teach undergraduate courses in Physics, hold office hours, grade papers, mentor students and adhere to the University standards in teaching, research and service.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for teaching college level courses in physics.

  • Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance reporting, and mentor students.

  • Post and maintain regular office hours.

  • Performs other duties as assigned by department head.

Required Education & Experience:

  • Ph.D. degree in Physics.

  • One to two years of experience in applied field.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Posting Close Date:

  • Until Filled

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

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.

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