"FCSM-3841L, Assistant Teaching Professor in Physics"

Assistant Teaching Professor in Physics

Department of Physics, Astronomy and Geosciences

The Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics

FCSM-3841L

Towson University:

Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Position:

The Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics invites applications for a non-tenure track, 9-month Assistant Teaching Professor position in the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences. The preferred begin date is January 2026.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in physics or a related field.

Responsibilities:

A teaching load of 24 contact hours of physics lectures and/or labs per academic year is required. The successful candidate will provide classroom instruction, prepare for courses, continuously improve subject matter competence, create teaching and learning materials, create new courses as needed, and advise students in their academic progress. Teaching areas will include all areas of physics, primarily at the introductory level. Additional responsibilities include serving on committees at the department, FCSM, and/or University levels. The position will also provide opportunities to engage in research and publishing.

The Department:

The Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences has 31 full-time faculty with expertise in physics, astronomy, geosciences and science education. For information on the research areas and facilities in the department, please visit the department website http://www.towson.edu/pags.

Application Process:

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted as a single PDF and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of your teaching philosophy and practice. Additionally, three letters of recommendation may be requested.

Please be sure to visit the Applicant Data Form to complete a voluntary on-line form. All data collected are for internal, state, and/or federal reporting and will not be used for other purposes.

Salary and Benefits:

Targeted salary range: $59,000 - $61,000

Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here for regular faculty/regular lecturer or here for contingent lecturer. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

Background Check: A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

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About Towson University

The largest comprehensive university in the Baltimore area, Towson University is nationally recognized for its excellent programs in the arts and sciences, communications, business, health professions, education, fine arts and computer information systems. Located in suburban Towson, eight miles north of Baltimore, our beautifully landscaped, 328-acre setting offers a pleasant environment for study and a diverse campus life, as well as easy access to a wealth of university and community resources. Towson University's educational experience branches out to off-campus locations throughout Maryland, including a number of online options. Our many interdisciplinary partnerships with public and private organizations throughout Maryland provide opportunities for research, internships and jobs. Towson University is a founding member of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU).