Adjunct Instructor (Physics)

Texas A&M University System; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas, invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Instructor in Physics to teach undergraduate courses in Fall 2026. A Master’s degree in Physics or related field is required, with 1–2 years of applied experience; Ph.D. is preferred with 3+ years teaching experience.

The position is non-tenure track. Responsibilities include teaching, maintaining records, posting grades, keeping office hours, and performing other duties as assigned by the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics or related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience in applied field.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching college level courses in Physics.
• Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Other duties as assigned by department head.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in Physics

Ph.D. degree in Physics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor (Physics)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Physics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee.Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The salary isdeterminedin accordance withthe University’s compensation structure and will becommensuratewith the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

This part-time, non-tenure track position within the Department of Physics will teach undergraduate courses in Physics in the Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for teaching college level courses in Physics.
• Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Other duties as assigned by department head.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree in Physics or related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience in applied field.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Physics
• 3 plus years’ of experience in teaching college level courses in chemistry

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until Filled

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.