Visiting Assistant Professor in Applied Physics

Visiting Assistant Professor in Applied Physics

The Department of Physics at Texas Lutheran University invites applications for a visiting professorship in applied physics. We seek a passionate educator who is committed to excellence in teaching, undergraduate research and has a strong background in applied physics in areas such as computational, experimental physics and laboratory instruction. This is a one-year position to begin in August 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Engineering Physics, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered if their degree will be completed by August 2026.
• Ability to teach a range of undergraduate courses and labs (12 credit hours per semester) including introductory level physics and pre-engineering courses, Optics, Computational Physics and Quantum Mechanics.
• Demonstrated programming proficiency in Python, with the ability to integrate computational methods into undergraduate physics and engineering instruction.
• A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, undergraduate research, student mentoring, and hands-on laboratory instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching upper-level undergraduate physics courses such as optics, computational physics or quantum mechanics.
• Experience with laboratory design and instruction involving instrumentation, experimental methods, or data acquisition.
• Interest in contributing to the continued development of applied physics and engineering-oriented curricular initiatives within the department.
• Interest or experience in mentoring undergraduate research.

Department Overview:

The Department of Physics at Texas Lutheran University offers bachelor’s degrees in Physics and Applied Physics within a student-centered undergraduate program that emphasizes excellence in teaching, hands-on laboratory experiences, and close faculty mentorship. The department has a strong applied focus, with the Applied Physics program supporting students pursuing engineering-related pathways through experiential, laboratory, and computational learning.

Application Process:

To be fully considered for this position, each candidate should submit the following materials as a single electronic file (PDF preferred) via email to stek@tlu.edu

• Letter of application addressing the above criteria
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement explaining your teaching philosophy and practice, especially as those relate to inclusive service of TLU’s diverse student body.
• Contact information for three professional references (names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers).

Position Overview:

This is a one-year visiting position with primary responsibilities including teaching a combination of upper- and lower-level physics and applied physics courses and laboratories totaling 12 credit hours per semester.