Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics

Lafayette College • Easton, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physics at Lafayette College invites applications for an 18-month Visiting Assistant Professor position, beginning in January, 2027. We are seeking candidates with a demonstrated enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching. The successful candidate should be able to teach physics effectively in classroom and laboratory environments. Candidates will teach the equivalent of three courses per semester, with a laboratory section counting as half a course. We especially welcome applicants who can contribute to Lafayette’s commitment to creating a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive community. Located in the Lehigh Valley in eastern Pennsylvania, 70 miles from both New York City and Philadelphia, Lafayette College is a small, private, undergraduate-only liberal arts and engineering institution with significant resources to support faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. The College is committed to fostering a learning community grounded in mutual respect, collaboration, and intellectual engagement. In keeping with its mission, Lafayette provides an educational environment that promotes critical inquiry, personal growth, and responsible citizenship. Faculty, students, and staff share responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. Lafayette is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching.

Nice To Haves

• A completed Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is preferred, but candidates near the end of their Ph.D. work will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach physics effectively in classroom and laboratory environments.
• Teach the equivalent of three courses per semester, with a laboratory section counting as half a course.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree