"Physics Adjunct Faculty"

Job Summary/Basic Function

Job Summary:

The Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences welcomes applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Department of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adjunct faculty typically teach up to 9 contact hours per semester.
• Teach undergraduate biology courses as assigned.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students’ class/lab work, assignments, and papers.
• Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment.
• Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Previous successful work experience with culturally diverse populations a plus.
• Cope effectively with adversity and demonstrate leadership skills that promote collegiality and cooperation.
• Ability to use technology in instruction. Experience in curriculum and institutional assessment a plus.
• Committed to values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in physics is required. Ph.D. preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in the undergraduate classroom.

Posting Date

01/30/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Category
Temporary

Budgeted Annual Salary
Commensurate with experience

Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts