Adjunct Faculty

CP11 University of New Hampshire; United States; On-site; USD 9,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

CP11 University of New Hampshire seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Physics 407—an introductory course for scientists and engineers. The role involves delivering three lectures weekly, holding in-person office hours, and engaging with students in the Physics Help Center.

The duties include designing assignments, solving homework problems, preparing exams, and developing a clear syllabus. Collaboration with teaching assistants and posting course details on Canvas are essential to ensure timely

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of introductory physics for scientists and engineers.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver three lectures per week.
• Hold in-person office hours to answer student questions.
• Spend one hour per week in Physics Help Center.
• Communicate with students regarding extensions, make‑up exams, and absences.

Skills

Physics knowledge

Excellent communication

Interact with many students

Education

PhD in physics or equivalent

Job description

Position

Adjunct Instructor, Physics 407 – introductory physics for scientists and engineers.

Responsibilities

• In-person contact with students (35%)
  • Preparing and delivering three lectures per week
  • Holding in-person office hours to answer student questions
  • Spending one hour per week in the Physics Help Center
  • Communicating with students concerning requests for extensions, make‑up exams, and absences from class
• Managing the course workflow (45%)
  • Preparing homework problem sets and solutions
  • Preparing recitation problems and solutions
  • Selecting laboratory exercises and ensuring timing aligns with lectures
  • Preparing in‑class exams and solutions
  • Developing a syllabus and class schedule
  • Posting course information on Canvas to maintain effective communication
• Managing the teaching assistants (20%)
  • Meeting as needed with teaching assistants to discuss labs and lab policies
  • Assigning grading tasks to the teaching assistants
  • Establishing grading rubrics and policies for the teaching assistants

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience

PhD in physics or equivalent degree.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of physics
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with large numbers of students in a classroom environment

Compensation

Pay range: $10,000. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.