Assistant Professor of Instruction - Physics Department

Texas State University; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative university seeks a dedicated Assistant Professor of Instruction in Physics to join their dynamic department. This role offers the opportunity to teach a variety of physics courses, engage in undergraduate research, and mentor students in a collaborative academic environment. With a commitment to equity and inclusion, the department fosters a vibrant learning community. This position provides a competitive salary and the potential for summer teaching, making it an excellent opportunity for passionate educators looking to make a significant impact in the field of physics education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics with 18 credit hours in graduate-level courses.
• PhD preferred, along with college teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Instruct introductory physics and astronomy courses.
• Contribute to undergraduate research and student organizations.

Skills

Teaching

Physics

Astronomy

Research Development

Education

Master's degree in Physics or related field

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Instruction - Physics Department

Position Title Assistant Professor of Instruction - Physics Department

Job Posting Number

Job Posting Number 2025053NTL

Job Location

Job Location San Marcos

College/Division

College/Division College of Science and Engineering

Department/School

Department/School Physics

Position Description

The Texas State University Department of Physics seeks to hire a full-time Faculty of Instruction beginning Fall Semester 2025, with potential for continuing appointment based on mutual satisfaction. The primary duties of the position, along with applicant qualifications, are detailed below.

Our department offers baccalaureate and master’s degrees, with faculty doing research in the physics of materials, astrophysics, and physics education. Texas State is a comprehensive PhysTEC site with a thriving Learning Assistant program operating in multiple introductory courses. The Department of Physics is proud to serve a welcoming, equitable, and highly connected student community.

Primary duties of the position are instruction of introductory physics and/or astronomy courses. There are also opportunities to instruct upper division undergraduate and graduate courses where appropriate. Applicants will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of undergraduate research and advanced coursework, and engage in advisement of student-led organizations and outreach activities.

The position is a 9-month contract and offers a competitive salary, with opportunities for summer teaching for additional pay, depending on the applicant’s interests and initiatives and on the department’s needs.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All positions are subject to availability of funding.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, Science Education, or a related field, with at least 18 semester credit hours in graduate-level physics or astronomy.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, Science Education, or related field.
• Previous experience teaching at the college level.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52518

For full consideration, please submit the following items:

• Letter of interest (to include your interest in the areas listed below as appropriate)
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Applicants for this position are encouraged to express their interest in and experience with, if appropriate, any of the following department instructional initiatives. Please address this information in your Letter of Interest.

• Computational modeling in support of undergraduate research and coursework
• Physics for elementary school teachers
• Physics for life science majors
• Recruitment into high school physics teaching
• Laboratory instruction reform

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the List of References section of the employment application.

Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Type of Position

Type of Position Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 5/16/2025

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/05/2025

Review Date

Review Date 05/31/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled? Yes

Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference
• Letter of Interest
• Teaching Statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you hold a Master’s degree in Physics, Astronomy/Astrophysics, Science Education, or a related field, with at least 18 semester credit hours in graduate-level physics or astronomy?
  • Yes
  • No