Adjunct Instructor-Physics

University of Holy Cross; Forest Isle (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Holy Cross invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Physics. The position starts January 12, 2026, for in-person classes. Review of applications is ongoing.

The Adjunct Instructor is a part-time faculty member contracted per course on a semester basis, responsible for planning, teaching, assessing, and reporting on the assigned Physics course(s). The role requires a master’s degree in Physics or related field and includes duties such as student conferences and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics or related field required (or in progress).
• At least 18 graduate-level credit hours in Physics coursework.
• One year of teaching experience preferred; experience with LMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction, testing, and reporting for assigned Physics courses.
• Be available for student conferences to review progress.
• Maintain attendance records and adhere to academic calendar deadlines.
• Demonstrate the university mission in classroom conduct and pedagogy.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Interpersonal skills

Student advising

Education

Master's degree in Physics or related field

18 graduate-level credit hours in Physics

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Course content management

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Physics

The University of Holy Cross invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Physics. The position starts January 12, 2026, for in-person classes. Review of applications is ongoing.

Position Description

Adjunct Instructor of Physics is a part‑time faculty position. The instructor is contracted per course on a semester‑by‑semester basis.

Responsibilities

Planning and delivering instruction, testing, and reporting in the assigned Physics course(s) in accordance with course description, syllabus, learning outcomes, and University policies. The instructor must also be available for student conferences to review individual student progress. Additional responsibilities include maintaining student attendance records and adhering to academic calendar deadlines. The Adjunct Instructor must demonstrate the ability to effectively educate students and to exemplify the mission of the University to educate the minds and hearts of its students.

Qualifications

This position requires a master’s degree or higher in Physics or in a closely related field with at least 18 documented graduate‑level credit hours in Physics coursework. At least one year of experience as an instructor (full‑time or adjunct) is preferred, as is experience with learning management systems. The instructor must possess exemplary interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with a wide range of students, and skills in establishing and managing course content and academic deadlines.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Holy Cross assures equal opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, marital status, or veterans’ status in the admission to, participation in, or employment of its programs and activities.