Adjunct Instructor, Physics

Palm Beach Atlantic University; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach Atlantic University, a private Christian university in West Palm Beach, Florida, is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Physics. The position involves instructing undergraduate students, holding regular office hours, and teaching courses such as quantum mechanics, electricity and magnetism, modern physics, and physics lab.

Faculty are expected to demonstrate expertise in the discipline, uphold teaching excellence and service commitments, and integrate Christian faith with coursework.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate level course related credits; Ph.D. preferred.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and service to the college, university, and community.
• Demonstrated Christian commitment and the ability to integrate faith into coursework.

Responsibilities

• Instruct undergraduate level students in the classroom.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Teach classes such as quantum mechanics, electricity and magnetism, modern physics, and physics lab.
• Contribute to department and student advising as needed.

Skills

Physics expertise

Teaching excellence

Christian integration

Education

Master’s degree + 18 grad credits

Ph.D. preferred

Job description

The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences is seeking adjunct instructors to teach in the area of Physics. Responsibilities include instructing undergraduate level students in the classroom, holding regular office hours, and teaching classes as needed such as quantum mechanics, electricity and magnetism, modern physics, and physics lab.

The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty foster intellectual curiosity, open inquiry, critical thinking, the pursuit of knowledge, responsible civic engagement, and a deep understanding of the relationship of the Christian faith and reason. Palm Beach Atlantic University is a comprehensive Christian university whose mission is to equip students to grow in wisdom, lead with conviction, and serve God boldly, emphasizing moral, spiritual, and intellectual development.

STATUS

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

EDUCATION

Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate level course related credits; Ph.D. preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated expertise in the discipline.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and service to the college, university, and community.
• Demonstrated Christian commitment and the ability to integrate faith into coursework.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

All applications must be submitted through the university’s career portal at pba.edu. At least three (3) references should be included within the CV.

About Palm Beach Atlantic University

Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, nondenominational Christian university in West Palm Beach, Florida, known for its faith-guided academics and ocean-side location. It offers a liberal arts curriculum with a focus on developing character and promoting spiritual growth. PBA has a main campus in downtown West Palm Beach and an online program.