Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics

University of Tampa • Tampa, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa (UTampa) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics position starting in August 2026. This is a nine-month term position with the possibility of an extension to a second academic year depending on Department needs. We are seeking an energetic individual with an enthusiasm for teaching physics and astronomy at the undergraduate level, including both science and non-science majors. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in undergraduate education and primarily be responsible for teaching general physics courses and labs, with the possibility of teaching more advanced courses depending on experience and interest. Engagement in Department, College, and/or University service is also expected. Scholarly activity will be encouraged but not required. Current physics faculty lead active research programs in computational/observational physics and astronomy, and they hold active NASA- and NSF-funded programs. The University encourages the attendance of its faculty at professional meetings by providing funds for travel. The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with 30 consecutive years of enrollment growth UTampa boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report. The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education, 18 master's programs, and 3 professional doctoral programs. The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers, both in the classroom and working with students on an individual basis. UT has invested heavily in the development of our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see: https://www.ut.edu/academics/college-of-natural-and-health-sciences. The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Requirements

• A MS in physics, astronomy, or other closely related field is required
• demonstrate excellence in undergraduate education
• All required documents listed below should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Name and Contact Information of three (3) References
• Copy of Graduate/Terminal Transcripts

Nice To Haves

• a PhD in one of these fields is preferred.
• Scholarly activity will be encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• primarily be responsible for teaching general physics courses and labs, with the possibility of teaching more advanced courses depending on experience and interest.
• Engagement in Department, College, and/or University service is also expected.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees