Assistant Teaching Professor

Physics World; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, in collaboration with Physics World, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor position starting in spring 2027. This role focuses on teaching undergraduate physics primarily at the introductory level within a large-enrollment setting.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Physics or a closely related field and have experience in college-level teaching. The position is initially for three years with the possibility of renewal. Responsibilities include teaching and administrative tasks in collaboration with a team of educators.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or closely related field is required.
• Experience in teaching at the college level is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate physics at the introductory level.
• Participate in administrative tasks for large enrollment courses.

Education

PhD in Physics or a closely related field

Job description

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a faculty teaching position.

The opening is for a candidate at the Teaching Assistant Professor level beginning spring semester 2027. The position is for an initial term of three (3) years and is renewable upon review. We seek a dynamic person to teach undergraduate physics, primarily at the introductory level in a large-enrollment setting. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in the administrative tasks involved with large enrollment courses comprising a team of educators. Required qualifications include a PhD in Physics or a closely related field, and experience in teaching at the college level.