Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Physics

Wellesley Information Services • Wellesley, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the community of teacher-scholars in the Wellesley Physics and Astronomy Department! We invite applications for a part time (0.8 FTE) benefits-eligible Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics for the 2026-2027 academic year. The primary responsibility for this non-tenure-track position is teaching introductory physics courses in a studio setting that blends lectures and group work on problem-solving and experimentation.
Wellesley is a selective liberal arts college for women located 12 miles west of Boston. Our Physics and Astronomy Department has a long tradition of providing high-quality scientific training that prepares our students to succeed in top graduate programs in physics and a variety of other disciplines. Our physics and astronomy majors (~30 per year) constitute an engaged and dynamic group of students. We are committed to sustaining a community where all of our members feel welcomed, valued, and supported in achieving their goals.
Questions about the position should be directed to the Chair, Kim McLeod, at [email protected].

Requirements

• Ph.D. in physics or closely related field
• Demonstrated record of physics teaching at the college level, for example as a teaching assistant.

Responsibilities

• Teaching introductory physics courses in a studio setting that blends lectures and group work on problem-solving and experimentation.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree