Instructor | Physics & Astronomy
About The Position
The Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Kansas is hiring instructors to teach undergraduate- or graduate-level courses. This is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. The appointment is for the Spring 2027 semester. Renewal depends on unit needs, funding, and satisfactory performance, and may not exceed two continuous semesters. The position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the University of Kansas and United Academics of KU (UAKU), the exclusive representative. The posting notes that Kansas is a right-to-work state and that fully remote employment may not be available to candidates living outside Kansas; the University currently cannot employ candidates residing in California, Idaho, Minnesota, or Delaware. The position’s duties are 100% instructional and focus on teaching introductory Physics courses. Responsibilities include teaching in a specific field, developing course materials and syllabi, preparing lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students, and holding office hours. Instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, remain current in their field, and follow departmental, school/college, and university policies and procedures.
Requirements
- For undergraduate-level instruction: an MA/MS in the discipline or a relevant field, or a BA/BS in the discipline and five years of relevant experience.
- For graduate-level instruction: a terminal degree in the discipline, or a master’s degree and seven years of relevant experience.
- A record of research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline.
- A formal degree in the cited discipline area(s).
- Evidence or testimony regarding excellent teaching ability at the university level.
Responsibilities
- Teach introductory Physics courses.
- Develop course materials and manage syllabi.
- Create lectures and assignments.
- Grade student work.
- Advise students and hold office hours.
- Collaborate with colleagues.
- Remain current in the field.
- Adhere to departmental, school/college, and university policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
