Assistant Professor, Physics
About The Position
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at Carthage College invites applications for a renewable contract assistant professor position starting in 2026. Primary responsibilities involve teaching lectures and labs of a full-year sequence in introductory algebra-based physics, that primarily serves students pursuing careers in health care. The expected teaching load for this position is 32 contact hours, which would take the form of 2 lectures and 2 labs in fall term, 2 lectures and 3 labs in spring term plus 1 course in January term or in the summer term. About Carthage Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage. Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
Requirements
- Masters in Physics or closely related field
- Three years of undergraduate physics teaching
- Commitment to best pedagogical practices in physics education
- Record of success in undergraduate physics instruction
- Enthusiasm for educating students from widely varying backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Teaching lectures and labs of a full-year sequence in introductory algebra-based physics
- Teaching load of 32 contact hours (2 lectures and 2 labs in fall term, 2 lectures and 3 labs in spring term plus 1 course in January term or in the summer term)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
