Adjunct Instructor (Physics)

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor (Physics) in the Department of Physics. This part-time, non-tenure track role will teach undergraduate physics courses in the Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities include delivering college-level physics instruction, keeping records, posting grades, and maintaining office hours. A Master's degree in Physics and 1–2 years of applied experience are required; Ph.D. is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics or related field is required.
• 1–2 years' experience in an applied field is required.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate 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

Microsoft Office Suite

Multitasking

Verbal and written communication

Education

Master's degree in Physics or related field

1-2 years' experience in applied field

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor (Physics)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University Department Physics

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Salary

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with 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.

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 visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

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

Required Attachments

• Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted.

Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [e-mail] should you need assistance with the online application process.

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

For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master's degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools.

The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of "the first class" in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston.

For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu.

Your career opportunities with a "University of the First Class" begins here! Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

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Additional Resources

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Job Posting Close Date

Until Filled