10-Month Undergraduate Physics Lecturer: Dynamic Teaching

New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Physics at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a 10-month, full-time, non-tenure-track University Lecturer position beginning in Fall 2027, with responsibilities commencing in mid-August 2027.

The successful candidate will largely teach introductory undergraduate physics courses, including algebra-based General Physics and calculus-based University Physics I, II, and III.

Qualifications

• MS [Ph.D. preferred] in Physics or closely related field.
• Strong knowledge of introductory physics and ability to teach both algebra-based and calculus-based courses.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate physics courses (algebra- and calculus-based) and related subjects.
• Prepare syllabi, lectures, assignments, exams aligned with objectives.
• Collaborate with the Director of First-Year Physics to ensure consistency across sections.
• Proctor exams and manage grading and records.
• Maintain office hours and use active learning and instructional technologies.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MS in Physics or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

The Department of Physics at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a 10-month, full-time, non-tenure-track University Lecturer position beginning in Fall 2027, with responsibilities commencing in mid-August 2027.

The successful candidate will largely teach introductory undergraduate physics courses, including algebra-based General Physics and calculus-based University Physics I, II, and III.