Part-Time Faculty - Physics, Academic Year 2026 - 2027
About The Position
The Physics Department at the University of Southern Maine is seeking part-time instructor applicants for its upcoming 2026 – 2027 Academic Year. We are seeking instructors to teach Introductory Physics Laboratory (PHY 114) and Introductory Physical Laboratory II (PHY 116). These courses involve experiments designed to illustrate concepts studied in other physics courses. We are looking for student-focused instructors responsible for the full delivery and grading of the course. All Special Education programs are fully online with a combination of synchronous and asynchronous courses. Synchronous sessions meet using the Zoom conferencing platform in the late afternoons and evenings. Responsibilities include developing the course, teaching, assessing student performance, and meeting with students as needed. The instructor will be provided with course learning objectives, program competencies, and a suggested topical outline, along with a previous course syllabus for reference. USM’s Physics Department offers a comprehensive and student-focused program that combines rigorous academics with hands-on research and teaching opportunities. The physics major covers traditional areas of modern and classical physics and prepares graduates for careers in physics and related technical areas or for graduate school.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics
- Previous teaching experience at the university or college level is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Full delivery and grading of the course
- Developing the course
- Teaching
- Assessing student performance
- Meeting with students as needed
Benefits
- Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits provided by the University of Maine System.
- The Center for Academic Innovation provides learning design consulting and faculty development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
