Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics

Widener University • Chester, PA

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics is a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching position beginning in Fall 2026. The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Widener University seeks applicants who have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Teaching will include introductory and upper division courses. Review of application materials will begin on January 5, 2026. Applicants must submit: a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for three references. In these materials, provide examples of your experiences with diverse student populations and demonstrate how you could promote an environment of inclusive excellence in our department and in the broader Widener University community through your teaching, scholarship, and service activities. All documents must be submitted electronically (docx or pdf format). Incomplete applications will not be considered. For more information about Widener University and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, see www.widener.edu.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Physics
• Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate students
• U.S. work authorization is required.
• Must be available for in-person instruction.
• Ability to stand and move throughout laboratory spaces to supervise students

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Physics

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture and laboratory sections for first- and second-year physics majors and non-majors.
• Potential to teach upper-division electives for junior and senior Physics majors.
• Maintain regular weekly office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students enrolled in assigned courses.
• Participate in weekly departmental faculty meetings focused on departmental operations and planning, faculty development, including pedagogical strategies and student support initiatives.
• While research and committee service are not required, contributions in these areas, alongside demonstrated teaching excellence can support promotion to higher ranks (Associate or Full Professor of Teaching).
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission of the Department of Physics and Astronomy, the College of Arts & Sciences, and the University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services