Instructor - Physics jobs in Richmond, VA

Position Responsibilities:

The Virginia Commonwealth University College of Humanities and Sciences is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty for upcoming laboratory sections with the Department of Physics and Physical Science. This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active for a year; you may resubmit your application for subsequent years. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Position duties include: Instruct and monitor assigned laboratory sections. Meet all designated course instruction guidelines. Grade laboratory reports in a timely manner based on instructions/rubric provided. Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours. Submit laboratory grades to course instructors according to College and Department policies.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a related field is required. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Previous experience teaching introductory physics courses.

Application Process:

Candidates must submit electronically in VCU Cornerstone with the following: a current curriculum vitae, contact information for four references, and a cover letter that clearly explains how they meet the qualifications outlined above.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.A. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Salary Range: $1,352 per credit hour beginning spring 2024 semester

Position Details:

Department: Physics
Employment Type: AJ - Adjunct
Restricted Status: No
FTE: .50
Exemption Status: Exempt

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Bob Gowdy

Contact Email: rgowdy@vcu.edu

Contact Phone: (804) 828-1818