Adjunct Professor of Physics Lab - Florham - Spring 2026

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 1,239,840 - 1,377,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility to contribute to 403(b) plan

Various fringe benefits

State benefits like NJ Sick Leave

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Adjunct Professor of Physics Lab for the Florham Campus during Spring 2026. The role involves providing quality instruction in a physics lab environment, requiring a Master’s degree and a commitment to inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities include guiding students through lab experiments, evaluating progress, and maintaining office hours. Applicants should demonstrate knowledge in physics and preference will be given to those with previous teaching experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics or a closely related field is required.
• Preference will be given to applicants with previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction for undergraduate STEM students
• Guide students through performance of physics laboratory experiments
• Evaluate student progress and provide appropriate feedback
• Hold regular office hours
• Track student attendance
• Reply to emails in a timely manner
• Contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of physics

Active learning pedagogy

Data collection and analysis guidance

Education

Master's degree in Physics or closely related field

Job description

Adjunct Professor of Physics Lab - Florham - Spring 2026

Campus: Florham Campus, Madison, NJ

Department: Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics-Florham

Hiring Manager: Justin Bogart

Hiring Manager Title: Deputy Chair, Dept. Biochemistry, Chemistry & Physics

College: Gregory H. Olsen College of Engineering and Science

Position Type: Faculty

Grade: Adjunct

FLSA: Exempt

Faculty Rank: Adjunct Faculty

Salary: $900.--$1,000 per credit hour

General Benefits: This position provides a benefits package that includes: Eligibility to contribute towards the 403(b) plan, and a various fringe benefits (discounts on everyday goods and services, entertainment/dining discounts, etc.), and State benefits such as NJ Sick Leave and State Short Term Disability benefits.

Status: Temporary

Job Summary

The Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics of the Gregory H. Olsen College of Engineering and Science at Fairleigh Dickinson University is seeking to hire adjuncts to teach physics lab sections on the Florham campus during the Spring 2026 semester. These sections meet in person and are scheduled to meet during the day.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction for undergraduate STEM students
• Guide students through the performance of weekly physics laboratory experiments
• Evaluate student progress and provide appropriate feedback in a timely manner
• Hold regular office hours
• Track student attendance
• Submit attendance verification, midterm grades and final grades online
• Reply to emails from students, lab coordinators, and administrators in a timely manner
• Commit to contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Follow established teaching protocols within the physics program

Quality instruction includes, but is not limited to, arriving on time and prepared to engage students through evidence-based active‑learning pedagogies, and/or assisting students with data collection and analysis via thoughtful guidance and encouragement.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics or a closely related field is required. Preference will be given to applicants with previous teaching experience. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae / resume.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.