Adjunct Teaching - Physics & Astronomy - PHSCS 230, 330, and 430

Brigham Young University; United States; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Brigham Young University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Physics & Astronomy labs PHSCS 230, 330, and 430. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, assessing student performance, maintaining records, and supporting student learning while adhering to departmental policies.

The position requires relocation to Utah for the duration and begins January 6, 2027, with a posting end date of October 19, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have MS in Physics or closely related field completed by start date.
• PhD preferred for appointment; additional qualifications may be considered.
• Experience teaching computational physics laboratories and familiarity with the 230, 330, and 430 course sequence is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Teach PHSCS 230: Computational Physics Lab 1.
• Teach PHSCS 330: Computational Physics Lab 2.
• Teach PHSCS 430: Computational Physics Lab 3.
• Prepare course materials, assess student performance, maintain records, and support student learning.

Connaissances

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student assessment

Computational physics

Lab supervision

Formation

MS in Physics

PhD preferred

Description du poste

Job Title

Adjunct Teaching - Physics & Astronomy - PHSCS 230, 330, and 430

Posting End Date

October 19, 2026

Last Day to Apply

Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date

January 6, 2027

Required Degree

MS in Physics, or a closely related field. PhD preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

Experience teaching computational physics laboratories. Experience with the 230, 330, and 430 course sequence is preferred.

Duties/Expectations

• PHSCS 230: Computational Physics Lab 1
• PHSCS 330: Computational Physics Lab 2
• PHSCS 430: Computational Physics Lab 3
• Prepare course materials, assess student performance, maintain accurate records, support student learning, and follow departmental and institutional policies.

Relocation Requirement

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

Mission Alignment Statement Instructions

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

• Brigham Young University is an equal-opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
• The mission of Brigham Young University - founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.
• BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.
• That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community; commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments; student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits; excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship; commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging; a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others.
• BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.